The Field Crew Member will be implementing on-the-ground watershed conservation efforts for the Kohala Watershed Partnership. This includes, but is not limited to, weed control, constructing and maintaining fences and trails, controlling feral animals and rodents, doing biological surveys, and planting. The Field Crew Member will work with various field crews, landowner partners, volunteers, and students. The Field Crew Member will need to be an observant naturalist, able to collect and summarize data. This requires an individual who enjoys working daily in outdoor Hawaiʻi, is self-sufficient in harsh wilderness conditions, can work cooperatively with a variety of people, and can communicate effectively. The KWP field crew does physically demanding work that requires a committed effort and high level of motivation.
Requirements:
Experience in fence construction, hunting and weed control in Hawaiʻi.
Knowledge of Hawaiian culture, ecology, plants, forests, streams and birds.
Possess a valid driver’s license, and able to drive standard transmission, off-road vehicles
Safe use of firearms, pesticides, power tools, and helicopter-assisted operations.
Eagerness and ability to learn new skills, new technology, and new information.
Adaptable, cooperative, dependable, honest, quick learner and hard-working.
Able to maintain a good attitude while working in bad weather under difficult conditions.
Carry 50-pound pack over rough terrain.
Flexible schedule to allow for back-country camping trips of up to 7 days, and weekend work.
To Apply:
Send resume that summarizes all relevant education and work experience with dates and responsibilities. Include the names and contact information for three references that can speak to the candidate’s abilities and integrity. Cover letter should describe experience in outdoor Hawai’i, qualifications and motivation.
Send resume and letter by 12/4/09 to: Melora Purell, Coordinator
Kohala Watershed Partnership
P.O. Box 437182
Kamuela, HI 96743
Coordinator@kohalawatershed.org
808/333-0976
Location: Waimea
Compensation: $32,000 minimum
This is at a non-profit organization.
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