Jobs at Waimea Valley (Oahu)

Hiipaka LLC, Waimea Valley

Administrative Assistant
Provide management administrative support. Must have strong oral and written communication skills, able to coordinate and organize a wide variety of different operations and tasks within time limitations, be organized and attentive to details, and be customer service oriented. An AA degree in business or a related field, or minimum of two years work experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar position preferred. Must have advanced computer skills and the ability to train others.

Cultural Programs Specialist F/T
Responsible for developing and coordinating programs to interpret, present and educate the public about Hawaiian history and cultural practices by performing and/or demonstrating various practices. Supervises the activities of cultural interpreters. Responds to inquires from visitors about Hawaiian cultural practices. Familiarity with major Hawaiian culture issues required. Ability to speak and understand Hawaiian language preferred. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Must have a college degree in Hawaiian Studies or related field, or equivalent work experience. At least 3 years of work experience related to Hawaiian Cultural programs.

Field Educator (2) Positions
Conducts educational programs for student groups and the public about the historic sites, artifacts, and botanical resources in Waimea Valley. Must have a college degree in education, Hawaiian studies, environmental sciences or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Experience in conducting educational programs preferred. Familiarity with major Hawaiian cultural issues desirable.

Maintenance
Performs maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, paths, covered areas, bridges and roads on company premises. Must be knowledgeable & complies with all safety and health procedures when operating equipment and vehicles, and while performing maintenance duties. Maintains vehicles, tools and equipment and ensures they are clean and in good working condition. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have at least 2 years experience in a maintenance-related position.

Security F/T-Day; P/T-Night
Responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of the company?s facilities and premises. Patrols facilities and grounds at night, and responds to emergency situations. Must project a professional demeanor in all circumstances including abusive and threatening situations and people. Must be knowledgeable with the principle practices, methods and procedures of law enforcement, crowds, and traffic control. High school diploma or equivalent is desired. Security or law enforcement experience preferred.

Excellent benefits including health, dental, drug, & vision, 401K, Cafeteria Plan, Life Ins, Vacations etc.

Contact : Human Resource Manager 638-7766

Posted Mon., 5/12 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Marine Science Teachers and Aides (Oahu)

Jobs are avaialable for kumu (teachers) and kokua (teaching assistants) for two Marine Science Classes for Na Pua No'eau students this summer.

When: July 6-19, Mon-Fri
Where: UH Manoa
Who: Native Hawaiian Youth Grades 9-10

You must have:
Experience working with Native Hawaiian Youth
Background in Marine Science/ Oceanography
Be familiar with Hawaiian Culture
Ability to teach a class that relates Marine Science to Hawaiian culture.

If you are interested, or would like to know more, please contact Kalei Lum-Ho Noguchi at 956-9531 or lumho@hawaii.edu.

Posted Fri., 5/9 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Farm to School Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator

The Kokua Hawai`i Foundation (KHF) is seeking applicants for a volunteer and outreach coordinator position for its `AINA In Schools Program (`AINA IS). `AINA In Schools (Actively Integrating Nutrition and Agriculture In Schools), a rapidly expanding KHF initiative, focuses on bringing nutrition education, garden-based learning, environmental stewardship and healthy food choices to Hawaii's schools. Coordinator will develop and implement `AINA IS volunteer program. Coordinator will liaise with elementary schools, volunteers, and KHF in support of `AINA IS programs, including gardens, nutrition lessons, school waste audits, and more. Primary activities will center on recruiting, training, and fostering volunteers, organizing volunteer schedules, and planning school outreach events. Coordinator should be able to work independently, be experienced in working with school and/or community groups and volunteers, and have a passion for farm to school issues: education, environment, health, agriculture, sustainability. This is a contract position requiring 20-35 hours per week. Coordinator will work primarily from his/her home or business office and will need to attend school events and meetings at various locations around Oahu frequently. Please email resume and references by Friday May 16, 2008 to Kaliko Amona, Kokua Hawaii Foundation Program Coordinator, kaliko [at] kokuahawaiifoundation [dot] org. (Write to same address for full job description.)

Posted Wed., 5/7 by Malama Hawaii (Kaliko Amona)

Native Lands Prog Coord Job - TPL

The Hawai'i Native Lands Program Coordinator supports and assists the Hawaiian Island Program Director and Hawai'i Project Manager in coordinating with the National Tribal and Native Lands Program Director and the Tribal and Native Lands Program Staff in developing, planning, and implementing the goals and objectives of the Hawaiian Islands Program Long Range Strategic Plan and the Tribal and Native Lands Program Long Range Strategic Plan. The position will be based in TPL's Honolulu, Hawai'i office.

The Hawaiian Islands Program focuses on projects that protect coastlines and properties that perpetuate Hawaiian culture. The Tribal and Native Lands Program is a growing national program that mobilizes TPL's extensive expertise and resources to assist tribal governments and Native communities with regaining and protecting their traditional lands. This position will coordinate a wide variety of activities from administrative details to project implementation.

In general, this positions time is allocated as follows: 30% outreach and communications, 30% program and project development, 30% program and project implementation, and 10% general administration/fundraising/strategy,. As used in this job description the words "native" includes Native American and Alaska Native tribal governments, Native Hawaiian organizations and government entities and Alaska Native regional and village corporations and regional non-profit organizations.

For more information, contact:
Lea Hong
Hawaiian Islands Program Director
Trust for Public Land
212 Merchant Street, Suite 320
Honolulu, HI 96813
808-524-8563 (direct)
808-783-3653 (mobile)
(808)-524-8565 (fax)

Posted Wed., 5/7 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)

Maui Program Field Technician

With The Nature Conservancy

The Maui Program Field Technician position requires an enthusiastic, motivated, action-oriented person to play an essential role in ecosystem threat abatement operations. These operations include surveying, mapping, monitoring, and controlling alien species and their impacts to Maui?s forests.

Duties include:
1) Assist with natural resources management field operations which include: controlling and eliminating alien plants and animals using a variety of methods (herbicides, hand and motorized tools, fencing, firearms, and other implements).
2) Participate in special-use helicopter operations that include sling loading, low-elevation surveys, helicopter spray ball weed control, and remote landings.
3) Maintain ungulate fences, traps, and other animal control material.
4) Maintain baseyard, vehicles and field equipment.
5) Mix and apply herbicide according to label instructions.
6) Assist with GPS mapping, data collection, and data entry.
7) Work with partners, volunteers, and interns in field operations.
8) Assist with interpretive hikes, outreach events, and fund raising efforts to help build good community relations.

Posted Sun., 4/27 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Hanauma Bay Educational Assistant (Oahu)

To begin approximately June 2008.

Duties: Assists specialists with the development of various
education programs to educate volunteers and visitor of Hanauma Bay on the appropriate use of marine resources and the importance of the Hanauma Bay preservation and marine life; Assists with educational tours for numerous permitted visitor groups by providing education information sessions and orientation of Hawai'i's near shore reef ecosystem and the uniqueness of Hanauma Bay to meet the groups educational needs; Assists Hanauma Bay Education Program staff with educational presentations and information sessions of program operations at Hanauma Bay outreach and educational purposes, as necessary. Other duties as assigned.
For a full job description or for inquiries please contact: Elizabeth Maynard 808-397-5840
kumabe@hawaii.edu

Posted Wed., 4/23 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Field Technician Positions (Oahu)

NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN I, II, and III

The Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU) has openings for four (4) Natural Resource Management Technicians on Oahu, to perform project tasks on land controlled by the U.S. Army Garrison. These are Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil service positions with the Army Natural Resource Program.
Minimum Monthly Salary: Level I: $2,024.00-$2,917.00.
Level II: $2,105.00-$3,125.00. Level III: $2,189.00-$3,333.00.

Duties will include field work (monitoring rare native species, surveying, fencing, invasive species control, etc.); assisting in scheduling, planning, logistics, and documenting day-to-day field work; recording and analyzing field data using computer aided programs. This requires the ability to conduct work under strenuous outdoor conditions(e.g. extreme weather, mosquitoes, steep terrain). Able to hike up to ten (10) miles per day, backpack with up to thirty-five (35) pounds of weight, and camp in remote areas and rugged terrain for up to four (4)
days at a time.

Work as a member of a team with other natural resources workers while preserving some of Oahu's most pristine native ecosystems.
Closing date: May 2, 2008. For a more detailed job description please go to the "RCUH Careers" website and search for job ID# 28202.
For more information, contact Julia Gustine or Mike Walker at (808)656-7741(Oahu).

Posted Wed., 4/16 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Endangered Species Biologist (Oahu)

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Division of Forestry and Wildlife, Department of Natural Resources, located in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Minimum Monthly Salary: $49,344/year or commensurate with qualifications.

Duties: The Division of Forestry and Wildlife is responsible for planning, designing and implementing programs to provide for the conservation and restoration of wildlife resources of the State of Hawaii. Central to this is a focus on private and other lands that are traditionally not directly managed for conservation by government agencies. Responsible for the consultation, coordination, planning and development related to the implementation of conservation initiatives including safe harbor agreements (SHAs), candidate conservation agreements (CCAs), habitat conservation plans (HCPs), incidental take permits, and coordination and administration of grant programs to assist landowner conservation efforts. Assist landowners in developing conservation agreements and plans is also a key responsibility.

Inquiries: Scott Fretz 587-4187 (Oahu).

Application Requirements:
Please go to www.rcuh.com, click on "Employment" and navigate to "Job Announcements/Apply for a Job."

Closing Date: May 2, 2008.

Posted Tue., 4/15 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Land Based Program Coordinator (Oahu)

Kokua Kalihi Valley

Duties include:
Implementing health and environmental programs at 100 acre park in Kalihi Valley. Responsibilities: program implementation, monitoring, evaluation; staff supervision; grant writing; partnership coordination. Qualifications: high school degree, three years community management. Flexible hours/great benefits.

For questions please contact Mark Hamamoto at 478-8469.

To apply please send resume to:
Kokua Kalihi Valley
Attn: Executive Director
2239 North School Street
Honolulu, HI 96819

Posted Wed., 2/27 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Hawai'i Nature Center Environmental Educators

Full and Part-time positions available. Responsible for the preparation and
delivery of environmental education field programs on O'ahu. Also lead day
camps for elementary students during intersessions and summers.
Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related field, basic
knowledge of Hawaii's cultural and natural history, experience working with
children, basic computer skills and physical fitness sufficient to carry out
the duties required.

Email resume to lisa@hawaiinaturecenter.org or fax to (808)955-0116

Posted Mon., 2/11 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Summer Internship Program with the Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps

The Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps is currently seeking individuals for their Summer Internship Program. This program allows you to work outdoors, earn 3 UH college credits, travel to Kaho'olawe (all expenses paid), and earn $1,000.00 (members) and $3,000.00 an educational award of $1,000.00 (leaders). This summer program starts on June 16th, 2008 and ends on July 25th, 2008.
Visit our website: www.hawaiiycc.com to apply for a Member Position or a Team Leader Position.
If you have specific questions, please call our office at 808-735-1221.

Posted Mon., 2/11 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps Year-Round Internship Program

The Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps Year-Round Internship Program provides individuals with a once in a lifetime opportunity to work with diverse eco-systems and a variety of conservation projects. These projects include: shore/forest bird recovery, aquatic/marine projects, native plant propagation and out-planting, invasive species removal, forestry and wildlife, and trail building/maintenance. Positions are being offered on Kauai, Oahu, Maui, and Big Island. The program and specific site will provide interns with training pertinent to their work including First Aid, CPR, and disaster relief training. Along with an unforgettable and in depth experience individuals will receive monthly stipends of $1,200 while in the program as well as a $4,750 educational award which can be applied to current student loans or for future schooling.

For more info check our website at www.hawaiiycc.com or call us at (808) 735-1221.

Posted Tue., 10/9 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Director, Conservation Programs (Oahu)

The Nature Conservancy

Duties:
-Lead the development and implementation of conservation strategies for the Hawaii Chapter, including providing overall strategic direction and implementation for achieving the chapter's 2015 goals for effective conservation in terrestrial programs.
-Oversee and supervise the state chapter's terrestrial programs, including the island programs (Hawaii, Maui, Molokai, Kauai, Oahu, plus Palmyra Atoll), a statewide science team, and special statewide conservation management initiatives. Manage and coordinate complex statewide and field operations program (40 indirect reports).
-Integrate the Hawaii Chapter's terrestrial conservation work with the Chapter's marine conservation program in close coordination with the Chapter's Marine Program Director.
-Oversee application of tools and methods from Conservation by Design, including ecoregional plans, conservation action plans, and measures. Identify state-of-the-art science, strategies and tools for potential testing and application to conservation work in Hawaii.
-Oversee program and project budget preparation and monitoring, including public grants and contracts.
-Lead the Conservancy's collaborative work with partners, stakeholders, and other units of the Conservancy to advance conservation goals directly in Hawaii, and indirectly with other Pacific Islands and globally. Build strong external networks and credibility for the Conservancy's conservation programs.
-Work with Hawaii's staff, trustees, donors, and others to promote the conservation goals of the chapter and raise funds for conservation.
-Communicate as an effective, compelling conservation leader with a variety of audiences on the Hawaii Chapter's conservation goals, methods, and priorities.

For a full job description please email: Jan Eber at jeber@tnc.org.

To apply, please submit cover letter outlining relevant work experience and resume to jeber@tnc.org by October 29, 2007.

Posted Tue., 10/9 by The Nature Conservancy (Janice Staab)

Hawaii Endangered Bird Conservation Program Interns

Since the inception of the Hawai`i Endangered Bird Conservation Program in 1994, a key component has been the Intern Program. This program provides the opportunity for young professionals to work in a conservation program for three to six months, learning the details of what it takes to operate a propagation facility. The interns work a regular 40-hour week, participating in all aspects of bird and facility care (except incubation and neonatal chick feeding). Interns prepare diets, maintain aviaries, make behavioral observations, perform grounds maintenance, collect browse and perching materials, and basically do everything the regular staff is expected to do. Interns learn quickly that successful maintenance of captive birds is all about the details, from where to place food pans to how to enter and exit an aviary. important details all.

Interns generally continue on their career paths in zoos, in field conservation projects, or oftentimes become qualified candidates for staff positions in the Hawai`i program itself. It can be accurately stated that an internship not only helps prepare young biologists for a career in conservation, but also provides a key labor component for the Hawai`i Endangered Bird Conservation Program. We couldn't do what we do without them.

If you are interested in being an intern with the Hawai`i Endangered Bird Conservation Program, please contact us at
http://www.sandiegozoo.org/CF/mailform/contact.cfm?ID=5

Alan Lieberman is the program director for the Hawai`i Endangered Bird Conservation Program located on the islands of Hawai`i and Maui.

For more information, go to:
http://www.sandiegozoo.org/wordpress/index.php/index.php?cat=3
or
http://cres.sandiegozoo.org/projects/sp_hawaii_birds.html

Posted Mon., 9/19 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)