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Employer: Kauai Endangered Seabird Recovery Project
Country: United States
Last Date to Apply: 11/05/2025
Kaua‘i Endangered Seabird Recovery Project (KESRP) is seeking a Field and Communications Assistant who will assist with all fieldwork and outreach activities in the project. The Field and Communications Assistant will help the program achieve its goals for the recovery of the endangered seabird species on Kaua‘i. The position will be hired by Kupu Hawaii through the Kupu 'Āina Corps Program. The start date of the position is December 1, 2025.
Responsibilities Main Responsibilities
Main tasks include seabird surveys to document distribution and relative abundance using visual surveys (binocular and night-vision), auditory point counts, and ornithological radar; surveys to monitor breeding success and relative abundance at select colony sites; data entry and preliminary analyses of field data; rodent control at seabird colonies and public outreach. Public outreach includes assisting in the production of outreach content for target audiences, taking part in public events to promote seabirds and project activities, and assisting in relationship building with key project stakeholders.
65% Participates in surveys to document endangered seabird distribution across Kaua‘i and to monitor breeding success and relative abundance of seabirds. Uses auditory point counts, visual (thermal binoculars, night vision) observations, burrow cameras, song meters, ornithological radar, and nest boxes. Participates in management tasks for endangered and native seabirds at colony sites, including restoration (e.g., social attraction and translocation), predator control, and vegetation management. Assists with logistics management, operation of equipment, and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and tools. May require rappelling to access seabird colonies.
15% Enters field data into computer files and digitizes data from point counts, burrow cameras, and song meters. Carries out preliminary data quality control, including identifying and correcting errors, data cleaning, and validation. Assists with preparing preliminary field data summaries and reports.
15% Performs outreach by attending outreach events. Assists in the preparation of content and materials for outreach events.
5% Performs other duties as assigned, including duties related to monitoring of non-listed seabird species on Kaua‘i.
Organizational Background Kaua‘i Endangered Seabird Recovery Project (KESRP) is a project of thePacific Cooperative Studies Unitof the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in association with the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW). Founded in 2006, KESRP focuses on the endangered seabirds found on the island of Kauaʻi. Our work involves identifying the breeding distribution of these rare and enigmatic seabirds, monitoring their breeding colonies, undertaking research projects to better understand their life histories and the various threats they face, and working with partner projects and organizations to ensure their long-term conservation. We also work towards the restoration of two seabird sanctuaries on the island of Kauaʻi, Lehua, and Moku‘ae‘ae, to monitor seabird populations breeding on these islets and carry out social attraction projects to bring the native seabirds back.
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum one to three years of college-level biological sciences coursework from an accredited college or university.
One to three (1-3)years of (paid or volunteer) experience in terrestrial biological fieldwork (volunteer experience must be documented and verifiable).
Demonstrated hiking ability, especially in remote areas, including off-trail navigation.
Ability to hike at least four (4) miles on obscure trails or off-trail with a thirty to forty (30-40) pound backpack unassisted and live and work in isolated field camps under primitive conditions for extended periods of time.
Must be able to audibly locate birds by their calls.
Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and Google Workspace to undertake field reporting. Experience in open-source data analysis and Geographic Information System software is a plus.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Experience in communication and outreach is a plus.
In accordance with SB2768, the State of Hawaii’s legislation for a Green Jobs Youth Corps, applicants must be 38 years old or younger throughout their program term to be eligible for participation in Kupu ʻĀina Corps. However, if you are already a current Kupu ʻĀina Corps member and exceed the age of 38 by the time the new program term begins, you may still apply.
Policy and Regulatory Requirements As a condition of employment, the employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to the University of Hawai‘i’s and/or business entity's policies and procedures.
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If possible, log in as a OE member before posting - this allows you to come back later to edit or remove the post.
Jobs must have a connection to ornithology.
Choose the correct category for your job. There’s a brief description of each category on that category’s page.
Post the text of the announcement in the box, not a PDF. This enables better searching and makes your job more visible to searchers.
Internships or volunteer opportunities that charge a fee for participation should be posted in the workshops and short courses section under Forums.
Employer: Kauai Endangered Seabird Recovery Project
Country: United States
Last Date to Apply: 11/05/2025
Kaua‘i Endangered Seabird Recovery Project (KESRP) is seeking a Field and Communications Assistant who will assist with all fieldwork and outreach activities in the project. The Field and Communications Assistant will help the program achieve its goals for the recovery of the endangered seabird species on Kaua‘i. The position will be hired by Kupu Hawaii through the Kupu 'Āina Corps Program. The start date of the position is December 1, 2025.
Responsibilities Main Responsibilities
Main tasks include seabird surveys to document distribution and relative abundance using visual surveys (binocular and night-vision), auditory point counts, and ornithological radar; surveys to monitor breeding success and relative abundance at select colony sites; data entry and preliminary analyses of field data; rodent control at seabird colonies and public outreach. Public outreach includes assisting in the production of outreach content for target audiences, taking part in public events to promote seabirds and project activities, and assisting in relationship building with key project stakeholders.
65% Participates in surveys to document endangered seabird distribution across Kaua‘i and to monitor breeding success and relative abundance of seabirds. Uses auditory point counts, visual (thermal binoculars, night vision) observations, burrow cameras, song meters, ornithological radar, and nest boxes. Participates in management tasks for endangered and native seabirds at colony sites, including restoration (e.g., social attraction and translocation), predator control, and vegetation management. Assists with logistics management, operation of equipment, and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and tools. May require rappelling to access seabird colonies.
15% Enters field data into computer files and digitizes data from point counts, burrow cameras, and song meters. Carries out preliminary data quality control, including identifying and correcting errors, data cleaning, and validation. Assists with preparing preliminary field data summaries and reports.
15% Performs outreach by attending outreach events. Assists in the preparation of content and materials for outreach events.
5% Performs other duties as assigned, including duties related to monitoring of non-listed seabird species on Kaua‘i.
Organizational Background Kaua‘i Endangered Seabird Recovery Project (KESRP) is a project of thePacific Cooperative Studies Unitof the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in association with the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW). Founded in 2006, KESRP focuses on the endangered seabirds found on the island of Kauaʻi. Our work involves identifying the breeding distribution of these rare and enigmatic seabirds, monitoring their breeding colonies, undertaking research projects to better understand their life histories and the various threats they face, and working with partner projects and organizations to ensure their long-term conservation. We also work towards the restoration of two seabird sanctuaries on the island of Kauaʻi, Lehua, and Moku‘ae‘ae, to monitor seabird populations breeding on these islets and carry out social attraction projects to bring the native seabirds back.
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum one to three years of college-level biological sciences coursework from an accredited college or university.
One to three (1-3)years of (paid or volunteer) experience in terrestrial biological fieldwork (volunteer experience must be documented and verifiable).
Demonstrated hiking ability, especially in remote areas, including off-trail navigation.
Ability to hike at least four (4) miles on obscure trails or off-trail with a thirty to forty (30-40) pound backpack unassisted and live and work in isolated field camps under primitive conditions for extended periods of time.
Must be able to audibly locate birds by their calls.
Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and Google Workspace to undertake field reporting. Experience in open-source data analysis and Geographic Information System software is a plus.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Experience in communication and outreach is a plus.
In accordance with SB2768, the State of Hawaii’s legislation for a Green Jobs Youth Corps, applicants must be 38 years old or younger throughout their program term to be eligible for participation in Kupu ʻĀina Corps. However, if you are already a current Kupu ʻĀina Corps member and exceed the age of 38 by the time the new program term begins, you may still apply.
Policy and Regulatory Requirements As a condition of employment, the employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to the University of Hawai‘i’s and/or business entity's policies and procedures.
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note:
Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.
You can edit or delete jobs that were posted under your account. To edit a job, scroll to the bottom of the job posting and click "Edit". To delete a job, scroll to the bottom and click the Job Actions button, then click Delete.
If you posted a job as a guest (i.e. you were not signed in), we can move the job post to your account or make any changes on your behalf. To request this, or for otherhelp, post in the Jobs Board Support forum .
If the resources provided by the Ornithology Exchange are valuable to you, please consider making a donation to support the OE, through the Ornithology Council's PayPal Link . Thank you for your support!
#J-18808-Ljbffr