PCSU INRMP BOTANICAL TECHNICIAN – ID# 226240
Hawai’i Conservation Alliance & Foundation, New York, NY, United States
PCSU INRMP BOTANICAL TECHNICIAN – ID# 226240
Opportunity Type:
Full-Time Jobs
Salary:
$4,220/Mon.
Closing Date:
May 6, 2026.
Responsibilities
Performs office and fieldwork as part of the PCSU team supporting JBPHH. Supports efforts in the identification, protection, and enhancement of native plant species and ecosystems, with emphasis on rare, threatened, and endangered species and unique ecosystems to the various sections of JBPHH on O‘ahu. Conducts botanical field surveys, drives to project worksites, and conducts control and removal of invasive species. Supports the development, review, and implementation of plans for the protection and enhancement of rare, threatened and endangered native plant species. Responsible for collecting and assisting with processing biological and geospatial field data related to native plant management. May act as a field team lead when conducting botanical surveys and/or habitat management activities when the INRMP Botanist is not present. Assists with producing reports of work conducted.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in Botany, or a closely related field which included courses in General Botany and Plant Morphology, Plant Taxonomy, Plant Physiology, and Plant Ecology.
Experience:
Two to four (2-4) years of work experience in or related to managing natural resources. (Bachelor’s Degree may substitute 2 years of experience).
Knowledge:
Strong knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques of botanical scientific analysis. Knowledge of field survey and sampling techniques and report presentation. Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora, threats to Hawaiian plant species and habitats, data collection and management, restoration, and weed control techniques. Knowledge of and competency using Microsoft Office products and ArcGIS.
Abilities & Skills:
Ability to work well in a small team setting and independently on tasks. Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude in support of a productive work environment. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Ability to read maps and aerial photographs and use a map and a compass to navigate in dense forests. Ability to use GPS and GIS for analyzing geospatial data. Ability to collect, organize, and manage a variety of field data. Ability to analyze data and present findings and recommendations formatted in a written report. Ability to use word-processing, database, and spreadsheet programs. Ability to identify native and alien weed plants. Ability to work with small mechanized equipment in a safe manner. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Physical/Medical Demands:
Able and willing to conduct work under strenuous outdoor conditions (e.g., extreme weather, thick brush, and steep terrain) on a secure military base. Ability to hike, camp, and work in remote areas and rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions, up to five consecutive days. Must be able to lift up to forty-five pounds unassisted. Must be able to hike five miles per day on uneven terrain. Must not be acrophobic.
Policy/Regulatory Requirement:
Conditional on compliance with applicable RCUH, UH, and business entity policies. Maintain required certifications, trainings and security clearances.
Secondary Qualifications:
Field experience working in Hawai‘i conducting active resource management to protect ecosystems. Knowledge of Department of the Navy natural resources programs and related policy contexts.
EEO Statement:
RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.
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Opportunity Type:
Full-Time Jobs
Salary:
$4,220/Mon.
Closing Date:
May 6, 2026.
Responsibilities
Performs office and fieldwork as part of the PCSU team supporting JBPHH. Supports efforts in the identification, protection, and enhancement of native plant species and ecosystems, with emphasis on rare, threatened, and endangered species and unique ecosystems to the various sections of JBPHH on O‘ahu. Conducts botanical field surveys, drives to project worksites, and conducts control and removal of invasive species. Supports the development, review, and implementation of plans for the protection and enhancement of rare, threatened and endangered native plant species. Responsible for collecting and assisting with processing biological and geospatial field data related to native plant management. May act as a field team lead when conducting botanical surveys and/or habitat management activities when the INRMP Botanist is not present. Assists with producing reports of work conducted.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in Botany, or a closely related field which included courses in General Botany and Plant Morphology, Plant Taxonomy, Plant Physiology, and Plant Ecology.
Experience:
Two to four (2-4) years of work experience in or related to managing natural resources. (Bachelor’s Degree may substitute 2 years of experience).
Knowledge:
Strong knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques of botanical scientific analysis. Knowledge of field survey and sampling techniques and report presentation. Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora, threats to Hawaiian plant species and habitats, data collection and management, restoration, and weed control techniques. Knowledge of and competency using Microsoft Office products and ArcGIS.
Abilities & Skills:
Ability to work well in a small team setting and independently on tasks. Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude in support of a productive work environment. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Ability to read maps and aerial photographs and use a map and a compass to navigate in dense forests. Ability to use GPS and GIS for analyzing geospatial data. Ability to collect, organize, and manage a variety of field data. Ability to analyze data and present findings and recommendations formatted in a written report. Ability to use word-processing, database, and spreadsheet programs. Ability to identify native and alien weed plants. Ability to work with small mechanized equipment in a safe manner. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Physical/Medical Demands:
Able and willing to conduct work under strenuous outdoor conditions (e.g., extreme weather, thick brush, and steep terrain) on a secure military base. Ability to hike, camp, and work in remote areas and rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions, up to five consecutive days. Must be able to lift up to forty-five pounds unassisted. Must be able to hike five miles per day on uneven terrain. Must not be acrophobic.
Policy/Regulatory Requirement:
Conditional on compliance with applicable RCUH, UH, and business entity policies. Maintain required certifications, trainings and security clearances.
Secondary Qualifications:
Field experience working in Hawai‘i conducting active resource management to protect ecosystems. Knowledge of Department of the Navy natural resources programs and related policy contexts.
EEO Statement:
RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.
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