Job Opportunities
KISC Early Detection Botanist
Applications Close: November 1, 2024
KISC is currently accepting applications for our Early Detection Botanist position to lead our Plant Early Detection Program. This position conducts botanical surveys island-wide, works with partners across the state to identify newly introduced plants, and assists in prioritizing new target plant species.
- Duties: Implements an early detection program on Kauai. Surveys selected high-risk sites for incipient non-native plant escapes, assesses their invasive potential, and collects and identifies them using the National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) collections and other resources. Utilizes navigational software and botanical reference materials (e.g., regional floras, monographs, etc.) for identification of unidentified plant specimens. Promptly identifies the plant specimens brought to the herbarium by weed management groups island-wide. Drives to various work sites to attend meetings. Responsible for logistics and coordination of early detection field activities, including protocols for safety. Conducts original research and publishes in peer-reviewed journals in order to inform the scientific community of early detection plant findings. Maintains organized records of collected plant vouchers on Kauai, as well as records of positively identified herbarium vouchers. Trains personnel in proper identification of select target and early detection species. Assists in the development of early detection programs statewide. See posting for full description of duties.
- Salary: $4,703/month.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Botany, Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences, or related field
- Experience: 2-4 years of experience working in the field of botany, invasive species control, or natural resources.
- Additional Qualifications: See full posting for detailed information on all qualifications.
- Application Requirements: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Three professional supervisory references
- Benefits: Permanent positions include a generous benefits package, including health insurance, 21 vacation days, 13 holidays per year, 21 sick leave days, and retirement contributions upon completion of one year of permanent employment. Find details on the full benefits package here: RCUH Benefits
Part-Time / Temporary Invasive Species Field Crew Positions
Open
KISC has field crew positions available. These positions are temporary (up to 5-months long) positions surveying and controlling invasive plants and pests. Work ranges from remote off-trail areas to urban locations across the island and covers a range of high-priority invasive plant and pest species.
- Salary: Minimum salary is $3,000/month.
- Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- No experience necessary. Familiarity with Hawaiian plants and animals, natural history, and threats from invasive species is desirable.
- Valid driver’s license
- Willingness to work with pesticides and herbicides.
- Application Process: If you are interested in a field crew position with KISC, please contact kiscmgr@hawaii.edu for more information.
