HBEP/Volunteer Assistant Coordinator

Regular, Part-Time (50% FTE), RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Hanauma Bay Education Program (HBEP), located in Honolulu, 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:  $1,288.00/Mon. (@ 50% FTE) 

DUTIES:  Educate users of Hanauma Bay on the appropriate use of marine resources.   Schedule the staff of volunteer docents and volunteer enrichment events. Provide education presentations, volunteer training, and program operations at Hanauma Bay under the moderate supervision of the principal investigator.  PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in Marine Sciences, Oceanography, Marine Education, Biology, Geology, Recreation, Geography, or related field. EXPERIENCE:  One to three (1-3) years of experience interacting with the public or in an educational position in a marine educational facility such as an aquarium or marine park. Volunteering experience in an ongoing environmental education program.  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of PC word processing, spreadsheet and graphics programs.  Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to swim and have good snorkeling skills. 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, and provide own transportation.  Post Offer/Employment Condition:  Must be able to pass a post offer criminal background check.  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:  Previous work with an organization that utilizes volunteer staff in public marine education programs. Knowledge of Hawai‘i’s nearshore and coastal ecosystem and current issues. Knowledge in the principles, methods, and techniques used in educating the general public and students through the use of various media including static displays, posters, and interpretive displays. Knowledge of laminator, computers and graphic software including MS Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe PageMaker. Volunteer management experience or instructor/trainer experience in customer service.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com and click on “Job Postings” and search for Job ID#17107. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Salary History, 4) Supervisory References, 5) 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.