Show PCSU NR/ER FIELD PROJECT SUPERVISOR – ID# 224815

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PCSU NR/ER FIELD PROJECT SUPERVISOR – ID# 224815.

CLOSING DATE:  December 17, 2024. INQUIRIES:  Chloe Hughes pcsuhr@hawaii.edu (Hawai'i). 

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Natural Area Monitoring Program, Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Natural Resources/Ecosystem Restoration (NR/ER), located in Kamuela on the island of Hawai‘i, and may occasionally take place on other islands. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. 

MONTHLY SALARY:  $4,536/Mon. 

DUTIES:  Plans, coordinates, implements, and manages the PCSU Natural Area Monitoring Program. Directs and manages field crew with minimal supervision, performing various resource management and monitoring activities. These include, but are not limited to, collection and analysis of technical field data using standardized methods to collect information about distribution of native and alien plants and animals within Natural Area Reserves (NARS), controlling alien plants with chemical and mechanical means, control of feral animals, maintenance and construction of fences, and other duties as assigned. Drives project vehicles to access field sites. Responsible for ordering and maintaining project equipment within program budget and writing quarterly updates, annual reports and work plans. Supervises and instructs three (3) Field Project Technicians and interns. Coordinates projects in propagating, out planting, and monitoring native plants. Ensures that field operations follow and adhere to appropriate safety and operation policies/guidelines. Records detailed field data and spatial information and inputs data into Global Positioning System (GPS) and computers for analysis. Must be able to camp in remote areas for four to five (4-5) days in a week. 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Biology, Zoology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Science or in a Biological Science with at least two (2) non- introductory courses in Biology, Botany, Zoology, or Ecology.
EXPERIENCE
At least two (2) years of experience in fieldwork/data collection related to conservation/natural resource protection. Must have at least one year (1) of supervisory experience.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of biology and Hawaiian natural history. Working knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping programs and imagery.
ABILITIES & SKILLS
Ability to learn to recognize and correctly identify approximately 200 plants species. Ability to use map and compass to navigate in dense forests. Ability to use GPS units to document rare element locations and remote monitoring plots and transects. Ability to take detailed field notes and develop systems for data collection. Ability to lead field assistants and volunteers and to coordinate field projects and data collection. Ability to safely apply herbicides. Ability to construct, maintain and repair ungulate exclusion fences. Ability to work independently. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No- Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Must be able to drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must be able to pass a post offer criminal background check. Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR or be able to obtain and maintain the certificate within three (3) months from date of hire and maintain certification throughout duration of employment. Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety course within three (3) months from date of hire. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals. Must be able to complete chainsaw training within six (6) months from date of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment.
PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS
Able to lift up to sixty (60) pounds assisted. Must be able to camp in remote areas for four to five (4-5) days in a week.
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT
As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings.  Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.). 
SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:    

Previous experience propagating and out planting native plants. Previous fieldwork related to natural resources management and conservation biology, with emphasis on monitoring and management of feral animals and nonnative plants in Hawai‘i. Knowledge of endangered species in Hawai‘i. Knowledge of the Natural Area Reserves Program.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/work/careers/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/document-library/3-000/benefits/rcuh-benefits-at-a-glance/ for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.

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