Academic Support (Casual)

University of Hawaii • Honolulu, HI

13h • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assisting the Director and staff in the repair, maintenance, and preservation of the Kanewailo'i and Punalu'u lo'i. The role requires independent work and collaboration with staff on given tasks. Responsibilities also include assisting with events and tours at the lo'i, engaging with diverse audiences including university community members, the Native Hawaiian community, schools, organizations, and community groups. The position requires weekend work and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Hawaiian studies, Horticulture, Education, Communication, or other related field and experience with responsibilities for Hawaiian plant cultivation and/or working with the Hawaiian community; or equivalent education/training or experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, as well as, establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and visitors.
• Ability to work in rigorous field environments such as slippery, uneven terrain, including adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment.
• Proficient with common computer word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications.
• Possess a current, valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in Hawaii.
• Availability to work on weekends and/or evenings.
• Functional knowledge of Hawaiian language, history and culture, especially cultural traditions regarding malama ‘aina.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work outdoors.
• Experience working in a lo’i.
• Possess knowledge of the history of Kanewai.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak fluently in the Hawaiian language.
• Thorough knowledge of kalo identification, cultivation, and propagation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director and staff in properly repairing, maintaining and preserving the Kanewailo'i and Punalu'u loi.
• Work independently and with staff to perform given tasks.
• Assist with events and tours at the lo'i that engages a wide range of audiences and learners from within the university community, as well as, the Native Hawaiian community, public and private schools, organizations, and the community groups.
• Works weekends
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level