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Company Name : University of Hawaii
Location : Honolulu, HI
Position : Assistant Specialist
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Position: Assistant Specialist
Position Title: Pacific Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change Specialist
Position Number: 0086331T
Department: University of Hawai‘i
School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology
Sea Grant College Program
Geographic Location: Hawaiian Islands
Date Posted: March 21, 2022
Closing Date: April 5, 2022
Monthly Type: 11 Month
Tenure Track: Non Tenure
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (100% FTE)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary – Not to Exceed: 10/31/2023
Other Conditions: Renewal contingent upon availability of funds and satisfactory performance of duties.
The University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program (Hawai‘i Sea Grant) is one (1) of thirty-four (34) Sea Grant programs nationwide that comprise a functional network within our nation’s universities and colleges that promote enhanced understanding, conservation, and sustainable use of coastal and ocean resources in the state, region, and nation. As part of the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa’s (UHM) prestigious School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Hawai‘i Sea Grant is a system-wide, statewide, and reginal program in Hawai‘i with a presence in American Samoa, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia.
Hawai‘i Sea Grant will serve as the institutional host for this position in support of the Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Science Center (PI-CASC). Funding for this position is provided by PI-CASC and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Science Applications program in support of the Pacific Islands Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change Management Network (Pacific RISCC).
Hawai’i Sea Grant embraces individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, national origins, gender identities, sexual orientations, disabilities, cultures, religions, citizenship types, marital statuses, job classifications, veteran status types, and income, socioeconomic status types and intersectionality experienced by individuals. Hawai’i Sea Grant is committed to building inclusive research, extension, communication, and education programs that serve people with diverse backgrounds, circumstances, needs, perspectives, and ways of thinking.
The incumbent will serve as the Specialist to advance a developing network of professionals and communities focused on the nexus of invasive species and climate change across the Pacific Islands region. Topics of emphasis will include invasive species, climate change impacts, climate change adaptation strategies, transitional ecology, indigenous restoration and food production, cross-network capacity building, community engagement, conservation communication strategies, and program evaluation.
The responsibilities and primary functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
Support efforts to decrease the threat to island ecosystems and communities posed by the interaction of climate change with invasive, non-native species.
Provide scientific support as well as coordination functions for the Pacific Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change Management Network (Pacific RISCC), including conducting preliminary science needs assessments of resource managers throughout the U.S. Pacific Islands, synthesizing existing scientific information and tools, developing management-relevant products including publications for scientific, peer-reviewed journals, and facilitating the creation of an applied research agenda.
Coordinate a Pacific RISCC Science Advisory Board and one or more workshops annually.
Represent the Pacific RISCC at relevant conferences, serve as a liaison among participant agencies, the leadership team and the advisory board, and take responsibility for communicating with and maintaining relations with the RISCC community.
Create a comprehensive assessment of existing scientific information, products, tools, and gaps at the nexus of invasive species and climate change interactions for the region. Methods include conducting conversations and/or surveys with conservation and management organizations and completing a literature and data review to identify existing knowledge, tools, and gaps.
Develop management-relevant products for decision-makers. This includes compiling and publishing resources to the Pacific RISCC website, evaluating the effectiveness of the products to increase their utility, facilitating the publication of scientific research results and project outcomes, and advancing knowledge exchange.
Provide coordination for the overall administrative functions of the RISCC Management Network, including communication with the Core Leadership Team.
Develop a Strategic Plan similar to our sister organizations across the National RISCC network.
Liaise with relevant organizations and maintain regular contact with climate science producers and invasive species managers throughout the region using tools such as the Pacific RISCC listserv, webinar presentations, and other relevant activities.
Responsible for coordination of Pacific RISCC activities to include serving as a liaison between multiple organizations and agencies, providing administrative support in coordinating the Science Advisory Council and the development of proposals and peer-reviewed papers, and ensuring that the requirements of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), United States Geological Survey (USGS), Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and other funding agencies are met
Judgment Exercised
The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment in carrying out duties and responsibilities consistent with the mission goals and objectives of Hawai‘i Sea Grant. Hawai‘i Sea Grant is not an advocacy program. The role of the incumbent is to present unbiased, scientific and evidence-based information to educate the public.
Originality
The incumbent is expected to bring to this position knowledge, background, and expertise in climate change science, climate change impacts to Pacific Island ecosystems, invasive species of concern, biosecurity, terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, indigenous cultural practices, strategies and approaches for effective coordination of a diverse and geographically extensive network, and for connecting with communities and decision-makers in meaningful ways.
Supervision
The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Sea Grant Deputy Director who reports to the Director of Sea Grant, without close supervision and performs most assignments with instructions as to the general results expected.
Supervision Exercised
On an on-going or project basis supervises, directs, assigns, monitors, reviews, and evaluates the work of other professionals and students, as assigned. On an on-going or project basis may coordinate, monitor, and/or assist in the work of associates. Reviews the work of others and/or provides training to others in area of expertise. Refers matters of policy and issues to supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Applied Climate Research, Conservation, Ecology; and in addition to a Master’s degree, thirty (30) credits of graduate study from a college or university of recognized standing and in the fields listed above.
At least three (3) years of experience managing networks and implementing change.
Demonstrated professional relationships in Hawai‘i and/or the Pacific Islands.
Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with researchers, managers, and the general public about climate change or invasive species.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of information sources related to invasive species, climate change, Pacific Island ecosystems, indigenous approaches to conservation, and climate change adaptation.
Familiarity with and ability to evaluate program effectiveness.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and carry out a range of professional engagement and outreach activities, such as meetings, workshops, and trainings.
Sensitivity to diverse opinions and differing social and cultural perceptions.
Must possess a strong attention to detail and ability to meet numerous deadlines.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Familiarity with the context of invasive species and climate change in Pacific Island ecosystem.
Ability to communicate with researchers, managers, and the general public about climate change or invasive species.
Demonstrated knowledge, interpersonal skills, presence and ability to create and maintain effective community partnerships.
Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-stakeholder, collaborative decision-making process dealing with growth and development issues and achieve successful outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
Desired Qualifications:
PhD from a college or university of recognized standing in Natural Resource Management, Applied Climate Research, Conservation, Ecology, or related field with a strong emphasis on ecosystem resilience and sustainability.
Experience providing coordination, oversight and guidance for conservation or resilience activities.
Experience working collaboratively with Indigenous communities in Hawai‘i.
Demonstrated experience successfully implementing programs engaged in climate change adaptation science and strategies.
Working knowledge of Hawai‘i’s coastal and terrestrial ecosystems and understanding of the challenges facing island communities with regards to invasive species and climate change.
Demonstrated ability to write, be awarded, and manage projects.
Demonstrated facilitation, presentation, and outreach skills.
Ability to lead and publish scientific articles.
Ability to independently resolve problems using reasoning and logic in an effective and timely manner.
To Apply:
Submit the following online through NEOGOV: 1) cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications; 2) current curriculum vitae; 3) names and contact information (phone and e-mail) of three (3) professional references; and 4) official transcripts (copies acceptable for application, but if selected, originals required at time of hire). All application materials must be submitted by the closing date. Failure to submit all application materials by the closing date shall deem an application incomplete and will not be considered.
Inquiries:
Darren T. Lerner; 808-956-7031; lerner@hawaii.edu
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The University of Hawai’i is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.
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