Field Supervisor

This is a rare opportunity to join the team that manages the Pu’u Kukui watershed. If you love native Hawaiian plants, want to make a real impact, and dream of working in the field all day, then this is the perfect job for you.

Aloha Pu‘u Kukui is the non-profit whose mission to take care of the Pu‘u Kukui watershed, protecting and restoring this precious native Hawaiian forest that captures the water for our aquifer. We are well-funded, provide full benefits, and are committed to giving you the resources you need to take care of this special place.

In this position, you will be the primary person responsible for managing an 800-acre section of the watershed in Honolua Valley.

Primary tasks:
• Manage a small team of (2-4) field technicians working on conservation and forest restoration in Honolua Valley
• Remove invasive plants, control feral animals, and restore native forest
• Organize and lead groups of volunteers working on forest restoration
• Manage educational groups visiting Honolua to learn about the native forest and the watershed
• Create and implement the annual management plan for Honolua Valley

Requirements:
• 2-4 years of conservation experience
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to walk 6 miles with a 40-pound pack
• Perform physical work outdoors in rugged terrain and adverse weather
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and email

Desired Experience:
• Knowledge of native Hawaiian plant species
• Experience with invasive plant identification and control methods
• Working knowledge of the Hawaiian language
• Experience using tools such as machetes, weed eaters, and chainsaws
• Driving on rough 4WD roads
• Knowledge of native Hawaiian conservation and land management practices
• Possession of a Hawaii hunting license and hunter safety course certification
• Experience with taro cultivation and lo’i construction
• Familiarity with reporting and grant writing
• Experience with ArcGIS or NRDS software
• Interest in weaving, lashing, and hale construction techniques
• Experience with helicopter operations, basic helicopter safety, and external sling loads