SENIOR NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), coordinating and performing project tasks on land controlled by the U.S. Army Garrison, Directorate of Public Works, Environmental Office, Natural Resources Section on the island of Oahu.

DUTIES:Supervises Natural Resource Management Coordinators who oversee field crews.Natural Resource field crews are responsible for carrying out required actions of the Makua and Oahu Implementation Plans on Army Training Lands on Oahu. Also supervises program area managers related to rare plants, rare snails, rare birds, rat control, ungulate control and ecosystem restoration. Coordinates with these Managers to ensure production of the year-end report.

INQUIRIES: Dietra Myers-Tremblay 655-9175 (Oahu).
FOR A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com, click on "Employment" and navigate to "Job Announcements/Apply
for a Job." Refer to RCUH Job # 29256.
CLOSING DATE: July 6, 2009.

Posted Thu., 6/25 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Water Quality Monitoring Program Assistant

Malama Maunalua seeks a part-time contract employee to help manage a new citizen-based water quality monitoring program in Kuliou'ou and Wailupe streams. Duties will include assisting with a volunteer training event, managing equipment for volunteer use, initial supervision of field monitoring, quality control and data entry. Expected time commitment is approximately 5-10 hours per week from July-August. Possible extension through November for data management. Rate: $20/hr. Familiarity with water quality monitoring protocols and equipment is highly desirable. Contact: Jolie Wanger, 744-0052, jolie@malamamaunalua.org

Posted Mon., 6/8 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Resource Ambassador for Kaena Point

PCSU RESOURCE AMBASSADOR - ID# 29233. Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit. Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), located at Kaena Point Natural Area Reserve and Kaena Point State Park on the Island of Oahu.
Minimum Monthly Salary: $2,105.00 - $3,266.00.

Duties: Provides professional and educational services at Kaena Point Natural Area Reserve and Kaena Point State Park, on the Island of Oahu. Provides interpretive services for visitors and other users. Interacts with users to provide necessary information on health and safety precautions, and cultural and natural resource information. Manages reserve and park operations including monitoring and periodic maintenance of reserve facilities including trails, roads, and parking.
To view a full job description and to apply please go to www.rcuh.com, click on "Employment" and navigate to "Job Announcements/Apply for a Job."
Inquiries: Emma Yuen 587-4170 (Oahu)
Closing Date: June 24, 2009.

Posted Fri., 6/5 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Botanist (Kauai)

With the State of Hawaii Executive Branch
Recruitment Number 208295: Lihue, Kauai Employment Only
Duties Summary:
Independently perform the full range of activities relative to the identification, protection and enhancement of native plant species and ecosystems; conduct botanical field surveys to locate, identify and determine the quantity, health and distribution of plant species; assess existing and potential threats and habitat requirements; recommend plans for the protection and enhancement of rare, threatened and endangered native plant species; and assess potential impacts of existing and/or proposed uses of the area on native species and determine possible mitigating measures; provide specialized botanical assistance and technical advice to Foresters and others regarding rare, threatened and endangered native plants; and perform other related duties as assigned.

For a full job description and to apply please go to the State of Hawaii job board at: http://hawaii.gov/hrd/main/esd/ click the link to State Job Opportunities Listings and search for this job by title: BOTANIST IV (SR-22) - KAUAI

Posted Sat., 5/16 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Natural Resources Conservation Service Full Scholarship

The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is a partnership between of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. The program awards scholarships to students to attend one of 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities.

This scholarship provides:

Full tuition; (at one of 18 Land-Grant Universities) Employment with the USDA during the summer and after graduation; Employee benefits while employed with USDA; Fees; Books; Use of a laptop computer, printer, and software while on scholarship; Room and board for each of the 4 academic years.

For more information, please see:
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/about/civilrights/NRCS1890NationalScholarsProgram.html

Posted Wed., 4/22 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Policy and Permit Specialist

Job Summary
Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with National Ocean Service (NOS), Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (Monument), located in Honolulu, Hawai'i.

DUTIES: Track and analyze International, Federal and State policies, initiatives, and management plans related to a marine and terrestial ecosystem management and conservation. Review and issue Monument permits. Review and edit planning documents and necessary environmental compliance documents, such as draft/final Environmental Impact Statements, environmental assessments, categorical exclusions, and compatibility determinations. Review and summarize all planning documents and consult with legal authorities to ensure policy consistency within the Monument.

INQUIRIES: Moani Pai 397-2660 (Oahu).

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

Please apply before: 04/22/2009

Posted Thu., 4/16 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Three Mountain Alliance (TMA) Project Coordinator

This is an RCUH position with the Pacific Studies Cooperative Studies Unit and Volcanoes National Park. Info on the position is posted on the RCUH and
HEAR websites.

http://www.hear.org/announcements/pdfs/20090408rcuh29160.pdf

Posted Thu., 4/9 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Habitat Conservation Planner

With the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources

Duties:
Develops and coordinates approval of a Habitat Conservation Plan for the incidental take of endangered plants by game mammals in the Puuwaawa Forest Reserve and Puuanahulu Game Management Area on the island of Hawaii.

-Assembles information related to the take of endangered species resulting from the management of game animals in the Puu Waawa Forest Reserve and Puu Anahulu Game Management Area on the island of Hawaii.
-Develops strategies for avoidance, minimization, and mitigation of take to be included in the HCP. Integrates practical and biological information to ensure that all recommended strategies are feasible, cost-effective, and likely to achieve success.
-Coordinates with agency partners and the Endangered Species Recovery Committee for review, comments, and assistance with the HCP. Coordinates process to obtain final approval of the HCP by the Board of Land and Natural Resources.

To apply, or for a full job description, please call Scott Fretz at 227-3403 oremail: Scott.Fretz@hawaii.gov

Posted Tue., 3/10 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Waianae Mountains Watershed Partnership Coordinator

The Division of Forestry and Wildlife O'ahu Branch will be recruiting a Wai'anae Mountains Watershed Partnership Coordinator. Primary job duties will include: holding meetings with stake-holders, drafting a partnership agreement, and preparing a draft action plan for Wai'anae Mountains watershed lands. The position will be temporary and part time position (one year/18 to 20 hours per week). Please contact Marigold Zoll at Marigold.S.Zoll@hawaii.gov or (808) 453-6111 for more information. Anticipated opening date is in late February.

Posted Sun., 2/8 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)

Host a Conservation Week Event

During the last week in July, the State of Hawai'i observes Conservation Week in recognition of our collective stewardship responsibility for Hawaii's unique natural environment. Conservation Week events aim to increase public awareness of key conservation issues affecting Hawaii's lands and seas and unite our leadership in identifying conservation-related priorities of statewide significance. In 2009, Conservation Week is from July 26 - August 1.

Conservation Week approaches these goals through educational and outreach activities including the annual Hawai'i Conservation Conference and its symposia, forums, and fieldtrips hosted by the Hawai'i Conservation Alliance (HCA). The theme for this year's Conference is Hawai'i in a Changing Climate: Ecological, Cultural, Economic and Policy Challenges and Solutions.

HCA is encouraging other organizations to get involved and host free public activities during, or leading up to, Conservation Week and posting it on our Conservation Week web calendar. The calendar is updated frequently and shared with the community and the media. This is a great opportunity for your organization to encourage our residents and visitors to explore ways in which they can help preserve our precious natural resources. (Sorry this is only open to free public events.)

If you or your organization has a free conservation-related event they would like to promote on the Conservation Week calendar, please contact Mariza Silva at hcastaff@hawaii.edu or (808) 587-0061.

2009 Hawai'i Conservation Week Web site
http://hawaiiconservation.org/2009hccconservationweek.asp

Posted Thu., 1/29 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)

Internships with the Hawaii Endangered Bird Conservation Program (Maui)

For the Hawaii Endangered Bird Conservation Program
at the Maui Bird Conservation Center (MBCC) on the island of Maui. Daily tasks include husbandry duties such as: diet preparation, aviary and facility maintenance, behavioral observations of breeding birds, grounds keeping, predator control.

Applicant must be able to live with several roommates in a remote area andshould show enthusiasm for work with captive endangered Hawaiian birds.
Applicant must have a valid driver's license and health insurance.Internships last for a 3-6 month period. Interns receive $20/day stipend plus housing.

For more information on internships at MBCC, please call 572-0690. To apply: send a resume, coverletter and the names and contacts of three references to: Amy Poopatanapong 2375 Olinda Road Makawao, HI 96768 or fax: 808-572- 3574

Posted Tue., 8/12 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)