Pcsu Forestry Leader

PCSU FORESTRY FIELD CREW LEADER – # 226625.

October 23, 2026, or until filled.

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), working in support of the Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW), Forest Management section located in Maui, Hawai‘i.

MONTHLY SALARY: $4,220/Mon.

Supervises, assigns work to Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU) Forestry Program and works alongside of field personnel involved in fuels mitigation and vegetation management, building and maintaining fence lines, controlling alien plant invasions, restoring native vegetation, monitoring the native ecosystem and controlling feral animals. Oversees temporary staff, interns, and volunteers, in the field, in carrying out resource management efforts. Utilizes good judgement in reviewing and approving time reporting;

assessing performance of direct reports by evaluating work quality and performance of specified job duties (e.g., conduct performance evaluations of direct reports). Develops direct reports by instruction for increased proficiency in abilities, skills, and knowledge in relation to job duties/responsibilities and pre-determined standards. Duties include, but are not limited to, project management, supervision of work, personnel functions (hiring, promotions, and termination), and managing safety of direct reports.

Provides assistance with training field crew in appropriate work methods and procedures. Manages schedules and produces work plans for all field activities under the guidance of the Maui Forest Management Supervisor. Ensures field staff compliance with RCUH/PCSU standard operating procedures (SOPs) for field work, and crew safety/safe work practice. Initiates appropriate disciplinary measures for non-compliance when necessary. Collaborates with Maui Forest Management Supervisor and Forester III on a regular basis in developing natural resource goals and project objectives, and assigning fieldwork responsibilities to Field assistants, temporary staff, interns, and volunteers.

Supervises fuel mitigation and vegetation management work, fence building, inspections, and maintenance programs. Performs and delegates responsibilities to Field Assistants for fire break maintenance and fence maintenance and repair. Supervises feral animal removal projects. Responsible for the use, basic maintenance, and inventory of vehicles, tools, equipment, and supplies, and ensures proper and safe use by field crew. Operates 4-wheel drive (4WD) trucks, All-Terrain Vehicles, and such equipment and tools as chainsaws, drills, weed-eaters, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), handheld radios, cameras, etc.

Assists with collection of various data in the field and entry of data into computers, preparation of simple maps, and other basic record keeping. Performs simple maintenance on tools and vehicles. Must adhere to equipment use, pesticide use, and invasive species prevention protocols. Travels and works in and around helicopters. Works extended, irregular hours.

Associate`s Degree from an accredited community college or university. (High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and two (2) years of experience in work related to natural resource management may substitute for an Associate`s Degree.).

Two to four (2-4) years of field experience directly related to natural resource conservation, agriculture, forestry, or similar work in Hawai‘i. Includes at least one (1) year of experience supervising or performing as the lead to subordinates. Must have prior experience supervising paid staff and attendance in supervisory training programs.