Mkwp Field Crew Leader

Show MKWP FIELD CREW LEADER – # 226088

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

CLOSING DATE:
February 26, 2026. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended. INQUIRIES:
Chris Brosius  (Maui).

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Mauna Kahālāwai Watershed Partnership (MKWP), located in Wailuku/Lahaina Districts with offices in Lahaina, 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: $3,788/Mon.

• Serves as a Field Crew Leader for Mauna Kahālāwai Watershed Partnership (MKWP) programs. Works as part of a team to serve the MKWP mission to reverse the negative trend of forest degradation caused by threats such as invasive species, human impacts, and wildfire. MKWP’s goal is to protect our forested watersheds, native ecosystems, and freshwater supply through collaborative forest management. Leads projects and teams involving the planning, building, inspecting, and maintaining of watershed protection fences.
• Conducts alien plant monitoring and control through approved methods (e.g., mechanical, chemical, etc.) and monitoring activities.
• Tracks animals using aerial surveys, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and other potential surveillance technologies.
• Drives project vehicles to work sites and works in and around helicopters.
• Establishes and monitors transects to evaluate forest recovery and plant distribution.
• Keeps detailed records of activities, inputs data, and provides summaries and analysis of field data.
• Responsible for baseyard maintenance and maintaining project vehicles and equipment including proper storage of herbicides.
• Troubleshoots problems with gear/equipment and vehicles.
• Assists with scheduling, planning, and logistics for field operations.
• Assists with public relations activities and events, maintains good relationships with landowners, and helps develop the support of landowners and the public for watershed project.
• Performs duties related to habitat restoration and protection, including site preparation using chemical and mechanical methods, seed collection and processing, planting of native species and monitoring.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

Education
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Experience
One to three (1-3) years of natural resource-related field experience or experience building game/ranch fences or combination of building/fabrication/construction/related experience. Experience must be well-documented (include dates and hours per week) and paid.

Knowledge
Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species. Knowledge of identification and detection techniques for target species and identification of common native species. Knowledge of animal control, fence building and mechanical/chemical weed control techniques.

Abilities & Skills
Demonstrated ability in all field tasks associated with this job. Ability to construct, inspect, and repair fences. Demonstrated ability to navigate in remote areas with and without a Global Positioning System (GPS) unit. Mapmaking abilities using computer programs. Ability to work independently or with a team. Ability to make sound planning and logistical decisions. Excellent oral and written communication skills and great interpersonal communication skills.

Demonstrated proficiency in following project’s administrative, operational, and safety protocols including proper use and storage of non-restricted pesticides and use and maintenance of project gear and equipment. Ability to accurately collect and store data for target species survey & control activities. Ability to appropriately explain…