Forestry & Wildlife Technician IV - Hilo - Hawaii Island

State of Hawai'i•Island of Hawaii, HI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Independently performs a wide variety of complex, specialized technical functions in support of forestry, wildlife and other natural resources research, development, management and maintenance projects; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to read, comprehend and apply written directions and a high degree of verbal skill in addition to the ability to make basic mathematical computations including percentages and averages.
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible sub-professional or technical work experience in forestry, wildlife, or other fields of natural resource management, conservation, and development.
Knowledge of game and non-game birds and animals and their habitats.
Knowledge of forestry, wildlife, and other natural resource management research and survey techniques.
Knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, and masonry used in forest, wildlife, and natural resource development and maintenance projects, and wildland fire control techniques and practices.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to write neat, accurate and comprehensive field notes and data sheets.
Ability to make mathematical calculations, including multiplication, division, percentages and averages, and make visual estimates of percentage quantities.
Ability to perform long hours of strenuous work under adverse conditions.
Ability to talk to groups and individuals to explain programs, policies and procedures.
Must meet all Federal and State regulations pertaining to the carrying, use and possession of firearms and ammunition.
Applicants for these positions may not possess a conviction of domestic violence.
Ability to lift and carry items of various weights with or without reasonable accommodation.
Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
Ability to backpack thirty (30) pounds for five miles.