HAWAII MARINE MAMMAL ALLIANCE JOB OPENING: FIELD RESPONSE SECTOR MANAGER
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Hawaii Marine Mammal Alliance (HMMA) is a non-profit organization funded by
private donations, government grants and corporate sponsorships. We are
dedicated to the preservation, recovery and stewardship of Hawaii’s endangered
marine mammals and the coastal ecosystem we share. In partnership with NOAA
National Marine Fisheries Service, our staff and volunteers support critically
endangered Hawaiian monk seal species research and recovery efforts through
important field response, assessment, identification, documentation – and when
needed – assistance with in-field animal interventions and stranding support.
Another primary function of the organization is engaging in public outreach to
educate residents and visitors and to promote responsible viewing, interaction
and fishing activity that fosters stewardship of the Hawaiian monk seal species.
ABOUT THE JOB OPENING:
Hawaii Marine Mammal Alliance (HMMA) has an immediate opening for a Field
Response Sector Manager responsible for the southern section of the Island of
Oahu in the State of Hawaii. The position is responsible for the following
duties:
- Patrol shorelines for, or respond to, reports of Hawaiian monk seal
sightings on land or in shallow waters.
- Locate, assess, identify and document Hawaiian monk seals and their activity
to assist NOAA researchers in species recovery research and management.
- Assist with animal intervention activity, marine mammal rescue and stranding
support.
- Engage with the public to educate people about this critically endangered
species and to promote responsible viewing, interaction and sustainable fishery
activities.
- Recruit, train and manage volunteers to ensure field response schedules and
coverage needs are met.
- Become subject matter expert on Hawaiian monk seals regularly sighted within
the sector.
- Become subject matter expert on haul-out locations within the sector,
including shoreline access logistics, homeowner contacts, gated entry access,
and other operational information.
- Identify public education, outreach and non-profit partnering opportunities
within the sector.
- Develop relationships with law enforcement or other government personnel
that can assist with marine mammal response and management within the sector.
- Develop relationships with individuals within the sector that can assist
with cultural issues associated with marine mammal haul-outs or strandings.
- Assist other staff with gaps in personnel coverage and on completing key
projects.
THE POSITION AND NEEDED CORE COMPETENCIES:
This job is considered a part-time position based on a work schedule
encompassing approximately 108 hours per month and is exempt from State of
Hawaii requirements to provide paid health care insurance. Core competencies
needed for the position include:
- Possess excellent written and oral command of the English language
- Be a person with a professional and open personal demeanor that enjoys
contact with the public, volunteers and fellow staff
- Possess effective personnel management skills
- Ability to thrive in a highly dynamic environment and the flexibility to
navigate changing organizational needs
- Ability to work in a virtual environment without direct supervision
- Have a passion for and an understanding of environmental, conservation or
wildlife issues
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 21 years of age or older
- College degree or equivalent
- Willingness to commit to this position for a period of at least 2 years
- U.S. citizenship or relevant needed work permits and/or visas
- A least 1 year in prior supervisory positions or relevant experience
- Relevant work experience, preferably in marine mammal management,
conservation or environmental matters
- Valid drivers license, full-time access to a reliable vehicle and proof of
insurance with Hawaii minimum liability coverage
- Access to a cellular phone with 4G data service
- Access to a personal computer with Internet access
- Ability to walk at least 3 miles over shoreline conditions
- Ability to lift and carry at least 75 pounds over 100 feet
- Be available for emergency response anywhere on the Island of Oahu
- Physical abilities to support strenuous activities associated with restraint
or removal of marine mammals in difficult shoreline terrain and challenging
environmental conditions
- Pass background check
INTERESTED APPLICANTS AND DEADLINE:
Please send a letter of interest and your resume for consideration to
[email protected] <file:///email%20to/%20%[email protected]> no later
than August 31, 2016. The intent is to fill this position no later than
September 30, 2016.
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