WILDLIFE SURVEY ASSISTANT – ID# 222054

WILDLIFE SURVEY ASSISTANT – ID# 222054.

Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit.  Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), located at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY:  $2,600/Mon.

DUTIES:  Assists the Hawai‘i Island Hawksbill Turtle Recovery Project, based at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Assists the Coordinator with hawksbill turtle monitoring and management at nesting beaches and oversees volunteers at the backcountry camps. Camps two to five (2-5) nights per week with one to two (1- 2) volunteers at remote beaches during turtle nesting season (May to January). Collects, records and enters technical field data in computer. Conducts night observations, tags and measures turtles, locates nests, rescues turtle hatchlings, and controls predators (mongoose, feral cats, rats). Provides logistical assistance in lodging, transporting, and scheduling of volunteers. Assists in orienting new volunteers in the field. Conducts outreach and educational activities. Drives volunteers to field sites via paved and unpaved roads. Must be flexible and be available on weekends and work extended hours.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of paid or unpaid experience, which must be well documented (must include where experience was gained and how many hours were performed) monitoring or collecting biological data, including monitoring and handling sea turtles (i.e., tagging and measuring sea turtles and collecting field data on nesting turtles).  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of endangered species in Hawai‘i, conservation programs, and resources management experience relating to endangered species. Demonstrated knowledge of monitoring or collecting biological data on hawksbills. Knowledge of Personal Computer (PC) use for data entry (database management).  Demonstrated knowledge of hiking and camping in wilderness.  Knowledge of interpretation and outreach related to sea turtle conservation.  Knowledge of safety issues related to remote camping on Hawai‘i.  Ability to interact with large and diverse groups and skilled at public speaking. Ability to trap and necropsy mongooses and feral cats. Good planning, managing, and interpersonal skills along with the ability to communicate verbally. 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 automatic transmission. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain the certificate following the training provided within three (3) months from date of hire) and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals. PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Able to hike into rough terrain and camp in wilderness conditions for two to five (2-5) nights. Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds unassisted. 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:  Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in Zoology, Biology, or related Natural Science.  At least one (1) year of experience monitoring and managing hawksbill turtles on Hawai‘i Island.  At least one (1) year of experience leading volunteer groups in remote areas performing natural resources management.  Experience performing marine turtle outreach to diverse audiences.

INQUIRIES:  Joan Yoshioka 985-6087 (Hawai‘i).

Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.

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. Effective January 31, 2022, the RCUH will be implementing a COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy (this policy supersedes the previous RCUH COVID-19 Policy).  All RCUH employees and positions are subject to the RCUH COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy.  All post-job offer/new hires will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated (e.g., their CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card) during the onboarding process.  New Hires will not be allowed to start work until their COVID-19 Vaccination have been reviewed and approved to be in compliance with the RCUH Mandatory Vaccination Policy.  New Hires deciding to get vaccinated after a job offer has been accepted, must present a copy of their vaccination card as proof they are in the process of being fully vaccinated. These New Hires will be subject to weekly testing until they are fully vaccinated.  Requests for a religious or medical accommodation from the COVID-19 vaccination may be submitted to the RCUH Director of Human Resources after they have completed the new hire documents and these documents have been approved by the RCUH Human Resources Department.  Individuals granted an accommodation will be subject to the weekly testing requirement.  NOTE:  Effective January 31, 2022, all RCUH recruitments must be in compliance with the RCUH COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy.  Applicants may request information on this policy from the contact person listed on this recruitment. 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)956-7262 or (808)956-0872.

CLOSING DATE:  February 15, 2022.  

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