Restoration Technician Job Listing at Kamehameha Schools in Makawao, Hawaii (Job ID JR-05422)

Description

Job Posting Title

Restoration Technician

Employee Type

Regular

Recruiting Start Date

12-11-2024

Job Exempt?

Yes

Recruiting End Date

01-09-2025

Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Job Summary
 

The Restoration Technician will lead a team at Kamehameha Schools Maui (KS Maui) to maintain and restore ʻāina Pauahi on Maui in alignment with ʻĀina Pauahi's regional conservation goals.  Reporting to the Program Director, Hoʻōla ʻĀina (Conservation Education and Engagement), this role includes overseeing various restoration tasks such as managing invasive species, propagating, and planting native vegetation, and monitoring wildlife. This position instructs and leads other team members, including kumu, haumāna, community partners, and volunteers, while planning and implementing restoration activities in coordination with project leaders.
 

This role demands a high level of physical stamina and must effectively build and maintain relationships with volunteers and partners. Requires maintaining regular documentation and reporting of data related to restoration efforts. Additionally, this role is expected to be an integral member of the KS Maui ʻohana, an active partner with ʻĀina Pauahi, serves as a vital resource for restoration operations and will communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including the community and conservation partners.
 

Essential Responsibilities
 

Project Restoration and Maintenance

• Under the direction of the Program Director, Hoʻōla ʻĀina (Conservation Education and Engagement), oversees various specialty tasks and projects but not limited to invasive species management, native vegetation propagation and out planting, and wildlife monitoring.

• Coordinates extensive habitat restoration, grazing infrastructure, monitoring of survey plots, and aids in establishing new monitoring efforts for native species.

• Leads and instructs restoration team members (e.g. kumu, haumāna, community partners and volunteers), and is responsible for coordinating project logistics.

• Leads volunteer workdays, planning and implementing the hands-on experience that supports and is in alignment with ʻĀina Pauahi needs, Kamehameha Schools' mission, and KS Maui's values.

• Oversees the KS Maui seed bank, biochar activities on campus and with partners, and greenhouse operations and maintenance in partnership with the Program Director, Hoʻōla ʻĀina (Conservation Education and Engagement) and the Program Director, Hoʻohua ʻĀina (Food Systems and Sustainability).

• Coordinates with KS Maui Operations to ensure routine maintenance of all project equipment.
   

Data Management and Reporting

• Required to document, report, and share all data pertinent to operations on a regular basis. 

• Produce concise, informative reports on managed projects and tasks as needed.

• Develop and implement protocols for effective geographic and data management.

• Assess tasks to identify successes and lessons learned and communicate results to KS Maui and ʻĀina Pauahi (e.g. written reports, presentations, or other methods).
   

Position Requirements
 

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or Vocational degree in science-related field.

• Minimum 3 years related experience in natural resources, agriculture, conservation, restoration, outdoor management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong working knowledge of natural systems; ability to recognize plant and animal species as required to complete restoration activities. 

• Strong working knowledge of conservation science and practice.

• Knowledge of curriculum and/or traditional cultural practices and confident in the delivery of content and practices to haumāna using a variety of instructional materials, techniques, and equipment.

• Experience in direct haumāna engagement and management, effectively directing activities and maintaining a structured, orderly environment.

• Valid driver's license.

• State of Hawaiʻi hunting license and State of Hawaiʻi hunter education course and certificate of completion.

• Certification validating completion of a firearms training and ability to display full competence in use of firearms, including firearm safety.

• Documented professional experience in chemical control of invasive species.

• Current water safety and complete First Aid, CPR, AED, and Wilderness First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain the required certifications within 9 months of employment.

• Demonstrated ability to be water competent in an ocean environment and able to anticipate, avoid, and survive common crisis situations, as well as to recognize threats and assist those in need.

• Strong knowledge of culturally based land/resource management.

• Proficient in handling and maintaining various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. lawn mowers, brush cutters, weed eaters, chain saw, engine powered chipper/shredder, other heavy and light equipment, hand tools, two-way radios, handheld GIS systems, etc.).

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work successfully with a diverse range of internal staff and external individuals and groups.

• Strong communication and writing skills to prepare written reports, correspondence, and effective presentations.

• Excellent problem-solving skills to identify and resolve existing or potential problems.

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, manage time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as well as working in austere and off-grid conditions to include various weather systems and conditions.

• Working knowledge of computer systems and common software applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Web browsers) and familiarity with ArcMap GIS and other database systems.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hawaiian culture-based education, and KS E Ola! learner outcomes.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the fields of conservation, restoration, environmental education/consulting with schools.

• Strong familiarity with concepts and science, technology, engineering, and math applications in conservation and restoration.

• Experience in ungulate management, specifically hunting for management and subsistence.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk and hear.

• Regularly required to operate KS vehicle.

• Frequently stands and/or walks, write by hand.

• Frequently lifts and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 100 pounds.

• Frequently twists, bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crawls, climbs, reaches, or works above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.

• Frequently works with pesticides and or other chemical substances.

• Frequently operate and maintain power tools, including but not limited to, chain saw, weed eater, mechanical fence post driver.

• Frequently operate and maintain nursey and seed bank equipment and hand tools, including but not limited to sickle, clippers, cutters, etc.
   

Working Conditions

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and off-grid austere locations with exposure to various weather systems and conditions and uneven terrain.

• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours, but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Work Year

12

Pay Range

84,900.00 - 121,000.00 Annual

Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Maui Campus

City, State

Makawao, Hawaii

Additional Locations

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