EMWP FIELD CREW LEADER – ID# 222122

EMWP Field Crew Leader – ID# 222122.

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), East Maui Watershed Partnership (EMWP), located in Makawao, Maui, 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 RANGE:  $3,300-3,800/Mon. 

DUTIES:  Serves as a Field Crew Leader, leading field personnel involved in monitoring the native ecosystem, controlling feral animal populations, building and maintaining fence lines, controlling alien plant invasions using mechanical and chemical means and performing other duties, as assigned. Maps invasive species locations, current and proposed fence lines, and feral animal activity. Records control work and pesticide usage, and assists in public relations activities.  Ensures that field operations follow and adhere to appropriate safety and operational policies/guidelines. Must adhere to equipment use, pesticide use, and invasive species prevention protocols.  Responsible for the use, maintenance, and inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies. Areas where the majority of work is performed are in remote locations and require transportation via helicopter.  All field personnel must be able to backpack up to twelve (12) miles over rough terrain and thick and unmarked trail conditions with loads of up to fifty (50) pounds, and camp out in remote areas and/or under extreme conditions for up to a week at a time. Must not be afraid of heights due to the need to fly by helicopter to remote locations and hike on or near vertical exposures. 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.  EXPERIENCE:  One to three (1-3) years of experience in fence building, feral animal and alien plant control, watershed protection research or related agriculture with a land management agency or company. At least one (1) year experience leading a team (experience can be unrelated).  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species. Able to operate power tools, including chainsaws, weed eaters, generators, chipper, etc.  Able to communicate orally and in writing and to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions.  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 possess Wilderness First Aid and CPR Certification or be able to obtain and maintain the certificate and maintain certification throughout duration of employment. Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety (A100) course within six (6) 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.  Must be able to complete CTAHR Pesticide risk reduction short course 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. PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to adhere to strict alien species prevention protocol. Must be able to hike and camp in remote areas and rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions, up to five (5) consecutive days.  Fieldwork may involve elevational 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:  Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in Natural Sciences or relevant college level coursework.  Previous fence building or construction experience.  Fieldwork with emphasis on feral animal and alien plant control with a land management agency.  Familiarity with computers and data entry.  Use of herbicides to control weedy vegetation.  Familiarity with watersheds in Hawai‘i.

 INQUIRIES:  Kelii Dias (808) 573-6999 

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).  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.  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)956-7262 or (808)956-0872.

CLOSING DATE: March 4, 2022. 

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