Biosecurity Technician

Are you passionate about native flora and fauna in Hawaiʻi? Are you interested in living in a small, friendly community with history and connection to the land? While Lānaʻi has experienced many years of habitat degradation (like most of the Hawaiian Islands), there are still amazing native species and populations worth protecting, including significant populations of endangered Hawaiian petrels, endangered koʻoloaʻula (Abutilon menziesii), and other species of plants and animals endemic only to Lānaʻi. 

Pūlama Lānaʻi (www.pulamalanai.com) is hiring for a Biosecurity Technician, working on invasive species programs, monitoring incoming materials, mantaining surveillance for new pests around the island, and assisting with broader botany, rare plant, and habitat work. Learn more about some of the work our team has done in videos here:  https://www.facebook.com/Lanai96763/videos/ 

This is a permanent position with vacation time, insurance, and benefits. Our department has dynamic responsibilities that allow opportunities for growth as programs and priorities develop. Assistance finding housing on Lānaʻi may be possible. Vehicle for personal use not provided.

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to hr@pulamalanai.com

If you have any questions about the positions, please email rsprague@pulamalanai.com

BIOSECURITY TECHNICIAN

Number of Vacancy(ies): 1 Full Time

Location: Lāna`i City

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision and guidance of the Botanist, supports and executes the invasive species programs and assists in the overall program planning and operation within the program. Lead biosecurity inspections of incoming plants, as well as routine monitoring of sites around the island for potentially invasive pests. Conducts physical field assessments and uses various types of monitoring devices to look for potentially invasive species introductions around the island. Supports overall conservation programs to protect Lānaʻi’s natural resources, including habitat protection and improvement, rare plant monitoring, and native plant propagation, including occasional monitoring and survey activities in remote areas and steep (but beautiful) terrain.

REQUIREMENTS:  Must have high school diploma with a year of work experience in natural resource management. Some college coursework is preferred. An internship in a natural resource work can be substituted for work experience. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and email. Experience with GPS, preferred. Must have valid Hawai‘i Driver’s License and be able to successfully complete Motor Vehicle Record review. Must be able to drive 4-wheel drive, ATV and UTV vehicle on off-road conditions. Must have knowledge of Hawaiian native flora, fauna, resource issues, and related field methods. Must be able to identify key invasive species and research appropriate courses of action. Must be willing to work irregular hours, and serve on-call to assist in other program areas. Must be willing to fly in and work around helicopters. Ability to hike over uneven terrain for 5-7 miles and carry up to 30 pounds or over in inclement weather.

Starting Pay:  Starting at $19/hr, or commensurate with experience