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EMWP FIRE PREVENTION OUTREACH ASSOCIATE - ID# 225047.

CLOSING DATE:

March 14, 2025, 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)

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INQUIRIES: Dan Eisenberg 808-269-3039 (Maui).

Regular, Full-Time, Limited-Term (not to exceed twelve (12) months in duration), RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), East Maui Watershed Partnership (EMWP) located Makawao, Maui, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY: $4,376/Mon.

DUTIES:

Plans, coordinates, and facilitates wildland fire prevention and pre-suppressions actions to reduce hazard and fire fuels in and around the project area. Drives to field sites to implement fire pre-suppression actions through vegetation control through manual and chemical means in challenging terrain. Ensures successful completion of projects and participant safety. Works with EMWP Staff, partners, collaborators, and permit holders to coordinate volunteer service projects, restoration activities, and outplanting and weed removal efforts. Designs and creates displays, presentations, websites, social media, various documents (e.g., flyers, handouts, brochures) and related materials for use in fire prevention outreach and education events. Attends and helps plan community and outreach events to educate the community on wildland fire prevention and pre-suppression. Work includes but not limited to, volunteer event coordination and participation, outreach material development, and coordination of meetings with the local community. Processes, organizes, files all paperwork, spreadsheets and reports following completion of outreach programs and volunteer days, and maintains records. Provides monthly reports on number of education visits, hours worked on service projects, accomplishments, challenges faced, and ideas for improving the fire prevention program. Oversees up to six (6) summer and seasonal interns and up to thirty (30) volunteers. Assists with weed monitoring and control, out planting, fence construction, repair and maintenance, seed collection and propagation, wildlife and plant surveys and related activities. Must be able/willing to work on nights and weekends and occasionally camp.

This position is not involved in direct action on fire suppression operations and will not be exposed to the hazards and risks of fireline personnel

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PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Biological or Environmental Sciences, Forestry, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

One to three (1-3) years of experience in natural resource management, fire prevention planning, or environmental outreach.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of wildland fire, invasive species and control methods, native Hawaiian flora, and fauna. Knowledge of using word processing software including Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or other) and data management.

ABILITIES and SKILLS

Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups both orally and in writing, and present a positive public image. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to adapt to changing situations, take the initiative, come up with innovative approaches to educating the public about wildland fire, and be willing to implement educational and community events with a high degree of professionalism. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritize and schedule time, and effectively communicate scheduling. Ability to craft media releases and outreach materials. Ability to safely a ply pesticides, use power tools, and hand tools (e.g., weed whackers and sickles). Ability to use a GPS to take waypoints and track files. Ability to take detailed field notes and collect data by hand or on smart devices. Ability to coordinate and work with volunteer groups. 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 Hawaii's No-Fault Driver's Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Must be able to drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle with manu