Natural Resource Coordinator

EMWP Natural Resource Managing Coordinator– # 226326

Closing date:
June
22,2026.

Regular, Full‑Time, Limited‑Term (not to exceed two (2) years) RCUH Non‑Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), East Maui Watershed Partnership (EMWP), located in Makawao, Maui, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

Monthly salary range:$5,497–$5,973/Mon.

• Serves as the EMWP Natural Resource Managing Coordinator for the EMWP.
• Develops and recommends resource management initiatives to the EMWP project manager/coordinator and partners for implementation.
• Programs include, but are not limited to, weed abatement, feral animal control, fence construction, and landscape monitoring.
• Directly supervises Field Supervisor(s) who implement monitoring and management objectives and oversee project Crew Leaders and Field Technicians.
• Directly obtains and compiles data collected by EMWP project staff and partners on invasive species locations (plant and animal), current and proposed fence lines, and transect monitoring into databases and/or Geographic Information System (GIS) platforms.
• Directly develops and oversees implementation of alien plant control methods that include helicopter application of herbicide to control invasive species.
• Drives to project sites.
• Identifies and procures materials and equipment needed to implement the resource management program.
• Assists staff in implementing resource management programs.
• Participates in public relations initiatives, and attends meetings as a representative of the EMWP with project partners and members of the community.
• Adheres to protocols regarding equipment use, pesticide use, and invasive species prevention.
• Develops new standard operating procedures to enhance project safety and efficiency.

• Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Natural Science, or a related field. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Biological or Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Wildfire Science, or a related field plus an additional two (2) years of related work experience may substitute for a Master’s Degree.
• Experience: One to three (1–3) years of experience in a natural resource management project. Experience must be well documented and acquired under the employment of an academic institution, governmental agency, private company, or non‑profit organization in the appropriate field and can include internships.
• Knowledge: Knowledge in implementing a natural resource management program in Hawai‘i, native Hawaiian flora and fauna, and threats from alien species.
• Abilities &
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to implement a natural resource management program, manage multiple projects, work under pressure with flexibility. Ability to manipulate, analyze, and interpret data. Ability to develop time frames with proven organizational skills. Ability to operate power tools. Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to disseminate and comprehend complex verbal and written instructions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and, if use of a personal vehicle on the job is required, valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No‑Fault Driver’s Insurance. Must maintain throughout the duration of employment. Must be able to drive a 4‑wheel drive vehicle.
• Post‑Offer/Employment
  
  Conditions:
  
  Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR and maintain certification throughout the duration of employment. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals. Must complete basic helicopter safety (A100) course within twelve (12) months from date of hire. Must complete helicopter manager courses within twelve (12) months from date of hire.
  
  Must complete chainsaw training within twelve (12) months from date of hire and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Must complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2)…