Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.
HMRFS FISHING SURVEY WORKER I – ID# 224740.
CLOSING DATE: November 7, 2024, or until filled. Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first).
INQUIRIES: Thomas Ogawa 808-779-0692 (Oahu).
Regular, Part-Time (50% FTE), RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR), located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Telework (from employee’s residence city and state) may be permissible subject to review and approval by Principal Investigator and RCUH. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
HOURLY RATE: $18.28/Hr.
DUTIES: Counts fishers and conducts interviews with shoreline and private boat fishers regarding their catch and fishing effort. Interviews include species identification, catch disposition, and measurement of lengths and weights. Drives to conduct field surveys. Plans monthly survey schedules on assigned island and coordinates schedules with other surveyors. Monitors and documents changes to survey sites, fishing pressures according to seasons, use, and any regulatory changes. Identifies and documents new fishing sites. Submits prompt electronic weekly activity reports and sends bimonthly written field surveys. Acts as a liaison from the Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) to the public. This is a progression job beginning with an entry level (Level I). It will assume the employee to start at Level I (unless justified and qualified to start at a higher level). Through experience, demonstrated competence, and operational needs, may be promoted to a higher level. Availability and ability to perform duties independently is expected to increase with each level of progression.
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
EXPERIENCE Progression job with minimum experience requirements for Level I, and combination of experience and demonstrated competence and abilities for Levels II. It will assume the employee to start at Level I (unless justified and qualified to start at a higher level). Up to one (0-1) year of ocean fishing experience in Hawai‘i.
KNOWLEDGE Sufficient knowledge of Hawaiian fishing methods and gear types. Sufficient knowledge of Hawaiian fish species and ability to identify them using common English, Hawaiian, or local names. Knowledge of basic math and the metric system.
ABILITIES & SKILLS Ability to quantitatively measure fish weights and lengths in the correct formats. Basic computer skills, including email communication and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to collect and maintain data records. Must be able to communicate effectively with fishers to obtain required data. Ability to learn data entry skills. Ability to effectively conduct work remotely (e.g., telework) as applicable. 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. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months.
PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS Ability to access fishers which may involve walking and climbing along rocky coastal areas and exposure to changing weather conditions (e.g., sun, wind, rain, and temperatures ranging between 60-90 degrees Fahrenheit).
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings. 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:
College-level coursework from an accredited college or university in Biology or Fisheries. Extensive knowledge of a wide variety of different local fishing methods and gear types as well as seasonal fisheries and fish species. Actively participates in local shoreline or boat-based fishing activities.
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 rcuhrecruitment@rcuh.com. 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/3-000/benefits/rcuh-benefits-at-a-glance/ for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.
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