NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM SPECIALIST - HILO, HAWAII ISLAND

Full Job Description

This vacancy is with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands in Hilo, Hawaii Island.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 25 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

Salary: $6,535 to $7,952 per month (SR-26, Step D to I)

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Requirements

The Natural Resources Management Program Specialist position is located at the division level and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising technical and staff support services for one of the State's major natural resources programs (e.g., Forestry, Wildlife, or Native Ecosystem). Responsibilities include formulating and recommending program goals, policies, plans and budgets; and providing top-level advice and assistance to the division chief on administrative matters relating to conservation, development and management of the State's natural resources. Personal contacts are extensive (e.g., with private landowners, community and natural resource organizations, other government agencies, etc.) and require thorough program knowledge and considerable skill in resolving complex and controversial issues involving diverse viewpoints and interests.

The immediate vacancy position supervises professional natural resources specialists who perform program planning, evaluation, research and related staff and administrative services in one of the State's major natural resources programs. The following are examples of major natural resources program areas:

A. The Forestry Resource Management Program supports and manages the State's Forest Reserve System. Forest resources management activities include the promotion, protection, management and development of forest resources on State and private-owned forest lands. Positions in this class supervise staff specialists assigned to specialized forestry management program areas (e.g., forest resources management, forest resources protection) and are responsible for providing technical and coordinative program development and management assistance.

B. The Wildlife Resources Management Program supports and manages the State's public hunting areas and wildlife sanctuaries. Wildlife resource management activities include the enhancement of wildlife habitats, the protection of endangered wildlife species, and the conduct of ecological studies and other research projects. Positions in this class supervise staff specialists assigned to game and non-game program areas and are responsible for research, program development, and management assistance.

C. The Native Ecosystem Management and Protection Program supports and manages the statewide natural area reserve system and other protected natural areas. Natural area resource management activities include the protection and enhancement of forested watersheds, native ecosystems, natural areas, unique native plant and animal species, and cultural and geological features for the enrichment of present and future generations. Positions in this class supervise staff specialists assigned to specialized program areas (e.g., Natural Area Reserves System, Natural Area Partnership Program, Threatened and Endangered Species Program) and are responsible for providing technical and coordinative program planning, development, and management assistance.

Qualifications

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.


Basic Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a major in one of the following:

A. Natural resources management, forestry, wildlife management, or other related resources management majors.

B. Botany, zoology, wildlife biology, entomology, or other related natural resources science majors.

C. Environmental studies with an area of concentration related to natural resource management.

Specialized Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in natural resources management in one or a combination of the following:

A. Management, utilization, and/or conservation of natural resources, e.g., forests, water, wildlife, soil, land, etc.;

B. Protection of natural resources against fire, disease, insects, weeds, animals, or other depredations;

C. Applied research and analysis directly applicable to the development, protection, and management of natural resources; or

D. Resource planning for the development, protection, and management of natural resources.

Staff Specialist or District Level Experience: Applicants must have one (1) year of responsible professional work experience in natural resources management in one or a combination of the following:

A. Staff Specialist Experience: Professional work experience which involved serving as a staff specialist for an area of natural resources management, such as forestry, wildlife, or natural area management, with responsibility for providing technical advice and assistance to district natural resource management personnel within the assigned area of responsibility; evaluating, investigating and making recommendations leading toward the solution of natural resource management and related problems; coordinating and participating in studies and the development of long-range plans; and/or making recommendations regarding program policies and procedures.

B. District Level Experience: Professional work experience which involved responsibility for a district level natural resources management program such as forestry, wildlife, or natural area reserves management. This experience must have included the provision of technical expertise and guidance to other natural resources management staff, private landowners, public or private agencies or organizations; program planning, evaluation, coordination, and leadership; and representation of the natural resource management program at the district level.

Supervisory Aptitude Experience: Supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. This requirement will be considered to have been met when there is strong affirmative evidence of the necessary supervisory abilities and/or potential.

Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply (click link below).

The information provided above represents a summary of the Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.

Additional Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

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