The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii are seeking one (1) Crew Leader to begin mid-October 2016 for up to 8 months to join the 13th Crazy Ant Strike Team (CAST XIII) Expedition to Johnston Atoll National Wildlife Refuge to work towards eradicating an infestation of the Yellow Crazy Ant (YCA) on Johnston Island at Johnston Atoll. Johnston Atoll is located in the central Pacific Ocean about 720 nautical miles west-southwest of Honolulu and is uninhabited except for the four volunteers and one crew leader.
The Crew Leader will be responsible for training and supervising the four volunteer crew members in biological, management, and camp maintenance duties. Applicants must be willing and able to work 48 hours per week. Must be physically fit and able to walk 10 miles a day over variable terrain, lift and carry 70 lbs, ride a bicycle, swim, be able to perform repetitive stooping and bending motions and be able to perform all duties in various weather conditions including high heat and humidity, strong winds, and rain. Must be able to work well independently as well as closely in a small group. All CAST members MUST follow all pesticide and safety protocols. Qualified applicants must possess a valid passport that will not expire before December 2017. Possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license is preferred. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may begin as early as July 18, 2016. Please see the posting on Texas A&M for the full position description and how to apply: http://wfscjobs.tamu.edu/jobs/crazy-ant-strike-team-crew-leader-cast-xiii-honolulu-hawaii-johnston-atoll/
