Ehw Field Project Assistant

Show EHW FIELD PROJECT ASSISTANT – # 226385

RCUH is a State agency, established by the Legislature in 1965, and is attached to the University of Hawaiʻi for administrative purposes. Its enabling legislation is codified as Chapter 304A - 3001 to 3011 of the Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes.

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Full-Time Jobs

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EHW FIELD PROJECT ASSISTANT – # 226385

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Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.

CLOSING DATE:
July 9, 2026. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended. INQUIRIES:
Caroline Thow  (Hawai‘i).

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), and East Hawai‘i Wildlife/Division of Forestry and Wildlife (EHW/DOFAW) located in Hilo, 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: $3,654/Mon.

DUTIES: Assists with building, inspecting, and maintaining fences. Monitors and controls alien plants, feral pigs, sheep, goats and predators at the East Hawai‘i Wildlife management Areas. Conducts ungulate (e.g., feral pigs, feral and mouflon sheep, and other ungulates as necessary) control and monitoring activities in the EHW Management Area. Deploys game cameras and bait stations to facilitate ungulate capture. Inputs data into GPS equipment and computer database.

Conducts alien and native plant monitoring and invasive plant control in the EHW Management Area. Controls alien plants using mechanical and chemical techniques. Establishes and monitors transects to evaluate forest recovery and plant distribution. Performs assigned duties related to habitat protection, including site preparation, and seed collection. Performs plant inventory, feral goat and sheep census, assists with tracking. Requires frequent camping for four to five (4-5) days a week, up to three (3) weeks per month.

Drives project vehicles to work sites. Travels and works in and around helicopters. Works extended, irregular hours.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
EXPERIENCE One to three (1-3) years of field experience surveying plant and animal populations and work in remote settings.
KNOWLEDGE Basic knowledge of flora and fauna, and threats from alien species. Working knowledge of the principles of ecology and wildlife biology.
ABILITIES & SKILLS Ability to navigate using a compass, map, and Global Positioning System (GPS) hand-held units. Ability to apply herbicides. Ability to work independently. Ability to inspect and repair fences. Ability to use a computer to record technical field data, analyze field data using database and spreadsheet programs, and prepare draft reports. 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.

Must be able to drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission. Post Offer/Employment Condition:
Must possess Certification in First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain the certificate following the training provided within twelve (12) months from date of hire) and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must be able to complete chainsaw training within twelve (12) months of from date of hire. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety course (A100) within six (6) months from date of hire. Must pass twelve (12) month probationary period and receive minimum satisfactory performance evaluation prior to approval of air guns usage. Must obtain and maintain National Rifle Association or National Park Service firearms training (or other comparable training) and State of Hawai‘i/DLNR Hunter Education Program firearms certification and maintain throughout duration of employment.

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