Habitat & Fish Monitoring Technician

Regular, Part-Time (50% FTE), RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), located on the Island of 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 HOURLY RATE RANGE:  $13.35/Hr-$16.00/Hr. 

DUTIES:  Conducts underwater fieldwork; performs fish and benthic surveys utilizing 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.  Interisland travel is required.  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 from 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.  Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must be able to obtain and maintain boat operator certification within six (6) months from date of hire and maintain throughout period 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. 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. QUEST and/or other specific underwater monitoring training; previous authorization as a scientific diver from an American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) accredited organization; experience using Microsoft Access and Geographic Information System. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com and click on “Job Postings” and search for Job ID# 17353. 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.