Lihue
(2) Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR), located at the DAR’s Kauai office in Lihue, 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: $2,314/Mon.
DUTIES: Conducts underwater fieldwork; performs fish and benthic surveys utilizing self contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA), underwater scientific survey techniques such as digital transecting, photoquadrat collection, rugosity measurement, sediment collection, and other established methods. Assists Habitat and Fish Monitoring Island Coordinator with computer data entry and equipment and boat maintenance. This is a progression job allowing for an entry Level I, and subsequent promotional opportunity to Level II. Progression is dependent upon demonstrated abilities and competence, availability of funds, satisfactory work performance, and operational needs.
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING: At least two (2) years of college-level coursework at an accredited college or university. EXPERIENCE: One to three (1-3) years of experience with recreational and/or scientific SCUBA diving. At least one (1) year of compensated employment and/or volunteer service involving marine science related research, use of computers/computer software for data entry, and other various administrative tasks associated with scientific research projects. ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS: Familiar with Microsoft Excel. Familiar with commonly used underwater scientific survey techniques such as fish transects, timed fish surveys, digital transecting, photoquadrat collection, rugosity measurement, sediment collection, and other established survey methodologies. Must be SCUBA certified (NAUI, PADI, etc.) and meet the standards established by DAR’s diver certification process (which meets the standards set by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration) and hold the current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration, and maintain throughout duration of employment. 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. PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to qualify as a DAR Scientific Diver. Must be capable of handling all necessary diving equipment and procedures required in conducting underwater research from shore or small boats. Must be able to lift and carry twenty-five to fifty (25-50) pounds. 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: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university, with coursework in Marine Science. Familiarity with Hawaiian reef fish, corals, algae, and invertebrates. Basic knowledge of biological principles, and Hawaiian marine ecology. Quantitative Underwater Ecological Surveying Techniques (QUEST) and/or other specific underwater monitoring training. Previous authorization as a scientific diver from an American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) accredited organization, and/or experience using Microsoft Access and GIS.
INQUIRIES: Cameron Shayler 651-2730 (Kauai).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please visit: https://hcmweb.rcuh.com/psc/hcmprd_exapp/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant. 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.
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