Hawai’i Conservation Alliance & Foundation
EHW ORNITHOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN – ID# 226009
Hawai’i Conservation Alliance & Foundation, New York, New York, United States
Show EHW ORNITHOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN – ID# 226009
RCUH is a State agency, established by the Legislature in 1965, and is attached to the University of Hawaiʻi for administrative purposes. Its enabling legislation is codified as Chapter 304A - 3001 to 3011 of the Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes.
Opportunity Details Opportunity Type:
Full‑Time Jobs
Opportunity Title:
EHW ORNITHOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN – ID# 226009
Opportunity Description:
Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.
Regular, Full‑Time, RCUH Non‑Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), East Hawai‘i Wildlife (EHW), located in Hilo, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
Closing Date:
January 20, 2026. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended.
Inquiries:
Dr. Caroline Thow 808‑797‑8711 (Hawai‘i).
Monthly Salary:
$4,220/Mon.
Duties
Participate in a variety of activities associated with East Hawai‘i Wildlife (EHW) and the Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW). Perform resource management and monitoring activities around the Island of Hawai‘i focusing on native birds, many of which are threatened or endangered.
Assist in the capture, banding, radio‑tagging, telemetry tracking, re‑sighting of banded seabirds, and identification of birds by sight and sound using various survey methods.
Assist with forest bird management including surveys, banding, remote sensing, and predator control.
Implement habitat management techniques such as small mammal monitoring and trapping, mosquito monitoring, fence‑building, and operating a motor vehicle and a variety of other field equipment.
Primary Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in a biological discipline (e.g., Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Science, or Ecology).
Experience:
Two to four (2‑4) years of (paid or volunteer) terrestrial biological fieldwork (volunteer experience must be documented and verifiable). Demonstrated experience with at least two (2) of the following techniques:
Mist netting, banding and collecting blood samples from passerines;
Radio‑tracking and re‑sighting marked birds;
Conducting forest bird surveys and identifying birds by sight and sound;
Nest searching and monitoring, seabird monitoring methods, operating ornithological radar, song meters and/or burrow cameras, or predator management.
Bachelor’s Degree in a biological discipline may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species; working knowledge of avian ecology, wildlife biology and conservation.
Abilities & Skills:
Use map and compass to navigate in dense forests; hiking ability, including off‑trail navigation; use GPS units to follow transects; take detailed field notes and use Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Access); identify Hawai‘i Island’s forest birds and common Hawaiian forest plants; safely apply herbicides; possess a valid driver’s license and insurance; drive a 4‑wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission; pass basic helicopter safety course within twelve (12) months; maintain Certification in First Aid/CPR.
Physical/Medical Demands:
Lift/carry up to sixty (60) pounds; camp in remote areas four to five (4‑5) days a week; work at high altitudes, in cold and rainy or hot and dry conditions.
Policy/Regulatory Requirement:
Subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, trainings, and relevant University of Hawai‘i policies; violations may lead to disciplinary action, including termination, fines, or penalties.
Secondary Qualifications
Experience working with native Hawaiian flora and fauna, especially Hawaiian seabirds and familiarity with local conservation issues.
Experience in hunting feral animals.
Experience using radio telemetry, GPS, and Globe Information System (GIS).
Application Requirements
Visit
RCUH's job openings page
and submit the following documents online by the closing date:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of Professional References
Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s)
If unable to use the online system and the closing date is imminent, send additional documents to
rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com .
Questions or assistance: call (808) 956‑7262 or (808) 956‑0872.
More information on benefits:
RCUH Benefits .
RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i.
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 Details Opportunity Type:
Full‑Time Jobs
Opportunity Title:
EHW ORNITHOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN – ID# 226009
Opportunity Description:
Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.
Regular, Full‑Time, RCUH Non‑Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), East Hawai‘i Wildlife (EHW), located in Hilo, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
Closing Date:
January 20, 2026. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended.
Inquiries:
Dr. Caroline Thow 808‑797‑8711 (Hawai‘i).
Monthly Salary:
$4,220/Mon.
Duties
Participate in a variety of activities associated with East Hawai‘i Wildlife (EHW) and the Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW). Perform resource management and monitoring activities around the Island of Hawai‘i focusing on native birds, many of which are threatened or endangered.
Assist in the capture, banding, radio‑tagging, telemetry tracking, re‑sighting of banded seabirds, and identification of birds by sight and sound using various survey methods.
Assist with forest bird management including surveys, banding, remote sensing, and predator control.
Implement habitat management techniques such as small mammal monitoring and trapping, mosquito monitoring, fence‑building, and operating a motor vehicle and a variety of other field equipment.
Primary Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in a biological discipline (e.g., Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Science, or Ecology).
Experience:
Two to four (2‑4) years of (paid or volunteer) terrestrial biological fieldwork (volunteer experience must be documented and verifiable). Demonstrated experience with at least two (2) of the following techniques:
Mist netting, banding and collecting blood samples from passerines;
Radio‑tracking and re‑sighting marked birds;
Conducting forest bird surveys and identifying birds by sight and sound;
Nest searching and monitoring, seabird monitoring methods, operating ornithological radar, song meters and/or burrow cameras, or predator management.
Bachelor’s Degree in a biological discipline may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species; working knowledge of avian ecology, wildlife biology and conservation.
Abilities & Skills:
Use map and compass to navigate in dense forests; hiking ability, including off‑trail navigation; use GPS units to follow transects; take detailed field notes and use Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Access); identify Hawai‘i Island’s forest birds and common Hawaiian forest plants; safely apply herbicides; possess a valid driver’s license and insurance; drive a 4‑wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission; pass basic helicopter safety course within twelve (12) months; maintain Certification in First Aid/CPR.
Physical/Medical Demands:
Lift/carry up to sixty (60) pounds; camp in remote areas four to five (4‑5) days a week; work at high altitudes, in cold and rainy or hot and dry conditions.
Policy/Regulatory Requirement:
Subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, trainings, and relevant University of Hawai‘i policies; violations may lead to disciplinary action, including termination, fines, or penalties.
Secondary Qualifications
Experience working with native Hawaiian flora and fauna, especially Hawaiian seabirds and familiarity with local conservation issues.
Experience in hunting feral animals.
Experience using radio telemetry, GPS, and Globe Information System (GIS).
Application Requirements
Visit
RCUH's job openings page
and submit the following documents online by the closing date:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of Professional References
Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s)
If unable to use the online system and the closing date is imminent, send additional documents to
rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com .
Questions or assistance: call (808) 956‑7262 or (808) 956‑0872.
More information on benefits:
RCUH Benefits .
RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i.
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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