WATERSHED PROTECTION SUPPORT TECHNICIAN – ID# 222099

WATERSHED PROTECTION SUPPORT TECHNICIAN – ID# 222099.

Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit.  (4) Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Waianae Mountains Watershed Partnership (WMWP), located in Pearl City, 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:  $2,573/Mon. 

DUTIES:  Conducts alien plant monitoring, survey and control (using mechanical or chemical techniques) in WMWP management areas.  Surveys, records, and maps locations of monitoring transects for alien plants. Responsible for safe handling, storage, and clean-up of herbicides.  Drives project vehicles and works in and around helicopters for fieldwork. Will rappel on a monthly basis. Identifies native plants and animals and records information about their location and abundance in WMWP management areas.  Surveys and collects native plant seed/propagules for propagation.    Propagates and transplants native species in WMWP nurseries, and outplants in designated sites. Constructs ungulate proof fences, performs inspections of existing fences, conducts repair work, and maintenance brushing.  Collects Global Positioning System (GPS) and field data and reports animal ingress and egress, vandalism, need for major repairs. Conducts feral ungulate and predator control and monitoring activities. Surveys ungulate activity monitoring transects for animal sign and location, conducts trapping. Provides summaries and analysis of all field and nursery data. Enters field data into multiple databases, including conventional Geographic Information System (GIS) software.  Maintains watershed partnership equipment, field gear, facilities, and communication systems.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Natural Resource Management, Conservation, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences, or a related field. (Bachelor’s Degree in non-related field with at least one (1) year of work or volunteer experience in or related to managing natural resources in Hawai‘i, or at least four (4) years of related natural resources/conservation work may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree).  Experience needs to be well documented and acquired under the employment of an academic institution, governmental agency, private company, or non-profit organization in an appropriate field.  EXPERIENCE:  Up to one (0-1) year of work experience with biological resources, conservation planning, or natural resource management in Hawai‘i.  Experience needs to be well-documented and acquired under the employment of an academic institution, governmental agency, private company, non-profit organization in the appropriate field.  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of herbicide use and weed control techniques.  Knowledge of or expertise in vegetation, rare plant, or stream monitoring techniques and data collection.  Knowledge of Hawaiian flora and fauna. Ability to use GPS unit, altimeter, compass, maps, hand tools, fence building tools, and power tools and equipment (chainsaw, auger, rock drill, generator, etc.).  Ability to use word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.  Ability to identify common native Hawaiian and alien flora and fauna.  Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing. 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 to drive to field sites. Post Offer/Employment Conditions: Must be able to pass a DoD security check for employment as a Navy contractor. Must possess Certification in First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain and maintain 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.  Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety 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 of from date of hire.  PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to hike and camp in remote areas and steep rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions for up to four (4) consecutive days.  Able to backpack and lift and carry up to 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:  Knowledge of island ecosystem processes and incipient alien plant and animal invasions.  Experience conducting biological surveys within the Waianae Mountains.  Previous experience monitoring and mapping vegetation and stream resources. Experience propagating and outplanting native Hawaiian and agroforestry plants. Familiarity with database (MS Access) and GIS (Arcview) and GPS (Garmin) systems.  Previous fence building or construction experience.

INQUIRIES:  Yumi Miyata 227-9545 (Oahu).

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:  March 11, 2022.  

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