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KISC EARLY DETECTION BOTANIST – ID# 224619.

 

CLOSING DATE:  October 18, 2024. INQUIRIES:  Tiffani Keanini 808-634-2526 (Kauai). 

 

Regular,Full-Time,RCUHNon-CivilService​position with thePacificCooperativeStudiesUnit(PCSU),Ka​uaiInvasiveSpecies Committee(KISC),locatedinKapaa, Kauai. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

 

MONTHLY SALARY:  $4,703/Mon. 

 

DUTIES:  Implementsanearly detectionprogramon Kauai.  Surveysselectedhigh-risksites forincipient non-nativeplant escapes, assesses their invasivepotential, andcollects andidentifies themusing theNational Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG)collections and otherresources.Utilizes navigational software and botanical reference materials (e.g., regional floras, monographs, etc.) foridentification of unidentified plant specimens. Promptly identifiesthe plant specimensbroughttotheherbariumbyweedmanag​ementgroups island-wide.Drives to various work sites to attend meetings. Responsiblefor logistics andcoordinationofearlydetectionfieldactiv​ities,including protocolsforsafety. Conducts original research and publishesin peer-reviewed journalsin orderto informthe scientific communityofearly detectionplantfindings. Maintainsorganizedrecordsofcollectedplant​vouchers onKauai,aswellasrecordsofpositively identifiedherbarium vouchers. Trains personnel in proper identification of select target and early detection species. Assists inthedevelopmentof earlydetectionprograms statewide.

 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

 

EDUCATION

Bachelor’sDegreefromanaccreditedfour​(4)yearcollegeor universityin Botany,Environmental Studies,Natural Sciences, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Two to four (2-4) years of experience working in the field of botany, invasive species control, or natural resources.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of plant taxonomy, invasion biology and botanicalspecimencurating protocols. Goodworking knowledgeofthe scientificidentity ofcommonweedy speciesinHawai‘i. KnowledgeofHawaiianbiotaandthreatsfromali​enspecies. Familiarity withbasicsurveytechniques. Knowledgeofdatabase programsand Global Positioning System (GPS) devices.

ABILITIES & SKILLS

AbilitytoidentifycommonplantspeciesinH​awai‘i, including agriculturalandlandscapeplants androadsideweeds. Ability to use, collect, and prepare botanicalreferenceand herbariumspecimenstoidentify unknown plants. Abilitytouseapersonal computer. Proficient in use of ArcGIS, mapping software, or database software. Ability to read and produce maps. Abilitytowriteclearandconcisereports. Ability to work independently andas part of a team.Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Must be able to drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain the certificate following the training provided within six (6) months from date of hire) and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals. If selected for helicopter transport, must be able to complete basic helicopter safety course (A100) within twelve (12) months from date of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment. If selected for rappelling duties, must be able to complete rappelling training and submit rappelling training certification to PCSU prior to activity.

PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS

Ability to backpack,lift, andcarry uptofifty (50)pounds unassisted. Ability tohikeinremoteareas andruggedterrain under inclementweather conditions.

POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies and procedures.  Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).  

 

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

Master’s Degreefroman accreditedcollege or universityinBotany,EnvironmentalStudies, Natural Sciences, or related field. Experiencein botanical investigations, aninvasive speciesearlydetectionprogram, identifyingunfamiliar plantspecies, orcurating botanicalspecimens.

 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/work/careers/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to [email protected]. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/document-library/3-0​00/benefits/rcuh-benefits-at-a-glance/ for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.

 

 

 

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