Individual Placement- Resources Management at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

Student Conservation Association • Kailua, HI

3d • $600 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be a critical part of restoration activities in West Hawai’i parks. Placement will be part of the Resources Management (RM) team and participate in a range of natural and cultural management activities. The primary focus of this position is supporting restoration of native plants throughout the park by growing plants in a new shade house. Placements will work independently and as part of a team to collect, grow and outplant native Hawaiian plants.

Requirements

• Familiarity, or ability to learn, native Hawaiian plants.
• Familiarity with horticultural techniques.
• Ability to work in hot, sometimes remote conditions.
• Ability to work with a diverse team.
• Must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger.
• Must be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.
• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent or agree to obtain one or be enrolled in an institution of higher education.
• Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies.
• Able to independently manage known medical conditions with the resources available throughout the position or program.
• Able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, N95 or other approved face mask or shield, and appropriate footwear.
• Able to refrain from behaviors and actions that disrupt the work and safety of others.
• Able to cooperate with others to complete daily group tasks, responsibilities, and project work under potentially difficult conditions, variable daily routines, and with limited personal time.
• Able to self-regulate or co-regulate emotions and actions when distressed or uncomfortable, with or without the support of others.
• Able to self-manage outdoor and environmental exposure (e.g., temperature, wind, sun, etc.) in a variety of weather conditions.
• Able to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration throughout program time.
• If using prescription medications, able to self-administer medications by following the prescribed dosage, usage, and timing without supervisor assistance.
• If prescription medication is administered via injection, able to self-administer the injection.
• Able to independently carry a backpacking pack weighing approximately 30% of body weight over varied, loose, inclined terrain for up to a maximum of 15 miles per day with adequate breaks.
• Able to lift a backpacking pack weighing approximately 30% of body weight with minimal assistance from others.

Nice To Haves

• Local Hawaiian residents encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Help plan, organize, and set up a new shade house operation at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park.
• Work cooperatively with other West Hawai’i National Parks.
• Create a system for tracking source material for collection and propagation of native plants from the region.
• Work closely with park staff to plan and grow plant materials for restoration and rehabilitation projects.
• Seed and propagule collection.
• Occasionally work on other projects as assigned.
• Participate in all aspects of park RM work, including masonry, weed control, visitor interaction, and volunteer activities.

Benefits

• Living allowance - $600/week
• Housing allowance - $800/month
• Up to $2000 to spend on duty related travel and expenses with supervisor approval and receipts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED