OISC EARLY DETECTION & RAPID RESPONSE TECHNICIAN – ID# 18403.

OISC EARLY DETECTION & RAPID RESPONSE TECHNICIAN – ID# 18403. 

Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit.  Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), O‘ahu Invasive Species Committee (OISC) located in Kailua, Hawai‘i.  Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. 

MINIMUM MONTHLY SALARY:  $3,750/Mon.  

DUTIES:  Conducts Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) for priority species. Leads multi-agency rapid response actions to incipient pest species. Designs and initiates appropriate response actions to incipient pests in coordination with appropriate partner agencies. Surveys and monitors sites at high-risk for coqui frogs, little fire ants, Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death (ROD) and other incipient pest species.  Collects, maintains and analyzes data from all operations. Shares data with partner agencies.  Acts as primary contact for public inquiries and responds to reports of OISC target species from the general public. Works with community organizations and businesses to raise awareness for pest species and to engage them as necessary in response operations.  Plans and coordinates interagency meetings. Analyzes data to assess progress and makes recommendations for greater project success. Writes reports, management plans and funding proposals. 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in an environmental science, natural resources, agricultural or related field.  EXPERIENCE:  One to three (1-3) years of work experience in an active field biology/resources management or agricultural pest program.  Experience working in multi-partner projects and project planning.  Experience with data collection and analysis and writing reports.  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of survey and control techniques for vertebrates invertebrates, forest pathogens and/or plants. Knowledge of Hawai‘i flora and fauna and threats that invasive species pose to Hawai‘i’s biota. Knowledge of field work techniques including safe use of pesticides, data collection and management. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of people.  Excellent organizational skills and ability to independently complete multi-step projects by set deadlines. Ability to read and navigate using topographic maps, state tax map keys (TMK), and aerial photographs, and use global positioning systems. Must be able to use keys and other sources to identify vertebrates, invertebrates, plants and the symptoms of forest pathogens. Ability to collect detailed field data, analyze and summarize data and present data to audiences.  Ability to write clearly and concisely and speak in public. Proficient with basic computer programs including databases.  Ability to use ArcGIS. 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. Ability to operate and maintain small-mechanized equipment e.g., weed whackers. Excellent organizational skills and ability to independently complete multi-step projects by set deadlines. Post Offer/Employment Conditions: Must be able to pass a post offer criminal background check.   Must possess First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain the certificate following the training provided within six (6) months of hire. Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety course (A100).  Must be able to obtain and maintain State of Hawai‘i Certification for Application of Restricted Use Pesticides within twelve (12) 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.  If selected for use of chainsaws, must submit chainsaw training certification to PCSU prior to activity.  If selected for rappelling duties, must submit rappelling training certification to PCSU prior to activity.  PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to hike and camp in remote areas and rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions, up to five (5) consecutive days.  Able to backpack and lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds. POLICY AND/OR REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:  As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies and procedures.  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:  Master’s degree in biology, botany, natural resource management, agriculture or related field. Experience working with control of invasive species in Hawai‘i or elsewhere.  Experience with incident command systems.  Experience using pesticides and working in and around helicopters. Demonstrated leadership ability. Experience with public speaking. 

INQUIRIES:  Rachel Neville 266-7994 (Oahu). 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com and click on “Job Postings.” You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Salary History, 4) Supervisory References, 5) 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_employment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-8344 or (808)956-0872. 

CLOSING DATE:  September 5, 2018. 

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Equal Opportunities Employer – Minorities/Women/Disability/Veteran.