EMWP FIELD CREW SUPERVISOR – ID# 20638

EMWP FIELD CREW SUPERVISOR – ID# 20638. 

Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit.  Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), East Maui Watershed Partnership, located in Makawao, Maui. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, and availability of funds. 

MONTHLY SALARY:  Salary commensurate with qualifications. 

DUTIES:  Serves as Field Crew Supervisor for the EMWP personnel involved in monitoring the native ecosystem and controlling feral animal populations, building and maintaining fence lines and controlling alien plant invasions using mechanical and chemical means. Directs, supervises, and assigns work to EMWP field staff (2 FTEs).  Other duties include mapping invasive species locations, current and proposed fence lines, notifying relevant landowners and partner agencies before accessing field sites, recording control work and pesticide usage, and assisting in public relations activities. Determines new fence lines using compass, mapping software, or Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment. Assists in planning feral animal removal strategies.  Drives to project sites. Rides in helicopters to project sites. Assists all staff members with compliance to helicopter safety standards.  Plans, schedules, and documents helicopter usage. Must adhere to equipment use, pesticide use, and invasive species prevention protocols, and inventory tools, equipment and supplies.  Loads, unloads, aims, and shoots handguns, shotguns, rifles and other RCUH-authorized firearms from a variety of body positions in authorized project-related research or wildlife control programs. 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college. (High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and at least two (2) years of college coursework in Natural Resources Management or a related field may substitute for an Associate's Degree.).  EXPERIENCE:  At least three (3) years of experience in work related to fence building, feral animal and alien plant control research or agriculture with a land management agency or company, including at least one (1) year of supervising experience. Experience must be well-documented and acquired under the employment of an academic institution, governmental agency, private company, non-profit organization in the appropriate field and can include internships.  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species. Strong working knowledge of principles of ecology and conservation in Hawai‘i. Strong working knowledge of field work techniques, logistical planning, data collection or management, and ecosystem monitoring protocols. Knowledge of watershed and island ecosystem processes, incipient alien plant, and animal invasions. Proficient with GPS. Working knowledge of computers, including word processing, and spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel), and mapping software (ArcMap or similar software).  Knowledge of management principles including, but not limited to, supervising/developing employees, EEO, workplace safety, corrective/disciplinary actions, and administration of policies and procedures.  Ability to operate power tools including chain saws, weed eaters, generators, chipper, etc.  Ability to coordinate work trips and outdoor activities safely over challenging terrain. Ability to apply herbicides safely and effectively. Ability to adhere to strict alien species prevention protocol. Precise navigational and field mapping capabilities, which are essential in accomplishing and documenting tasks in a reliable manner. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, and to disseminate and comprehend complex verbal and written instructions.  Ability to establish work standards/expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives of ongoing work for direct reports.  Ability to provide guidance, motivate, and engage direct reports through effective communication and leadership.  Ability to assign work and to establish work rules and acceptable levels of quality and quantity of work.  Ability to review work and evaluate performance, and develop required job competencies of direct reports.  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.  Ability to operate all-terrain vehicles.  Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR or be able to obtain and maintain the certificate prior to use of firearms on the job (whichever comes first) and maintain certification throughout duration of employment. Must be able to pass state and federal criminal history/record background check at initial hire, at change of job requiring use of firearms and annually, which legally enables possession and use of firearms and ammunition throughout duration of employment. Must obtain and maintain National Rifle Association or National Park Service firearms training (or other comparable training) and State of Hawai‘i/DLNR Hunter Education Training Program firearms certification. As a condition of employment, all certifications must be obtained and maintained as specified by the certifying agency or as required by state and federal laws. Failure to pass the firearms qualification requirements may be grounds for disqualification of part or all of the job duties.  Must be able to complete College of Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources (CTAHR) Pesticide Coursework 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.  Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety (A100) course within twelve (12) months from date of hire. Must be able to complete rappelling training within twelve (12) months from date of hire. Must be able to complete chainsaw training within twelve (12) months from date of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment.  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. Fieldwork may involve elevation changes up to 4,500 feet in a day.  Must not be acrophobic (afraid of heights). 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:  Ability to use herbicides to control weedy vegetation in a forest environment.  Knowledge of east Maui’s watersheds or ecosystem processes. Knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian natural history, Hawaiian culture (including ethnobotany) and Hawaiian endangered species. 

INQUIRIES:  Daniel Eisenberg 573-6999 (Maui). 

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) Supervisory 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_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:  March 20, 2020. 

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