[Coral-List] JOB POSTING: UH Sea Grant Agent Based at the College of the Marshall Islands

[Serena Hackerott]

Job Summary

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the University of
Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program, located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i.  Physical
work location will be in Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) at
the College of the Marshall Islands (CMI). Continuation of employment is
dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance,
availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

*MINIMUM MONTHLY SALARY: * Salary commensurate with qualifications.

*DUTIES: *Works with natural resource management agencies to help with the
review and assessment of coastal land use projects, land use planning, and
coastal and marine hazards mitigation. Works with the government, public
and private sectors to identify “best coastal and marine land use”
practices. Conducts site visits and writes technical reports and provides
technical assistance to diverse stakeholders.  Assists in the development
and implementation of research and planning projects. Teaches one course
annually at the CMI that is related to coastal processes and/or coastal
resource management.

*PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING*: Master’s Degree from an
accredited college or university in Ocean or Earth Science, Marine Biology,
Engineering, or Geography with major coursework in biological sciences,
coastal processes or land use, coastal science, ocean policy, coastal zone
management, natural resource or ecosystem management or planning or related
field. *EXPERIENCE:*  At least three (3) years of successful experience in
Cooperative Extension work, Sea Grant Extension work, or equivalent in
research relevant to coastal processes. *ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:*  Knowledge of
computer programs and geographical information systems including
oceanographic wave and beach numerical modeling. Skilled in facilitation
and experience with collaborative research and outreach projects.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-lingual setting in
independent roles.  Must be SCUBA certified (NAUI, PADI, etc.) and meet the
standards established by the University of Hawai‘i’s and/or program’s diver
certification process (which meets the standards set by the American
Academy of Underwater Science) and hold the current certifications in CPR,
First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration, and maintain throughout
duration of employment.* PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to lift
and carry up to fifty (50) pounds.* POLICY AND/OR REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:*
As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable
RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to University of
Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies and procedures.  Violation of
RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable
State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action
(including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal
fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).

*SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:*  PhD from an accredited college or university
in Ocean or Earth Science, Marine Biology, Engineering, or Geography with
major coursework in biological sciences, coastal processes or land use,
coastal science, ocean policy, coastal zone management, natural resource or
ecosystem management or planning or related field. Familiarity with and
ability to analyze data and information related to coastal processes and
hazards, including climate change and oceanographic and meteorological
data, and familiarity with statistical methods of interpreting these data.
Knowledge and ability to train others in Geographic Information System
(GIS) applications.  Familiarity with basic surveying and mapping
techniques. Familiarity with island shoreline characteristics and
cultural/recreation practices including:  historical shoreline erosion
rates and trends, seasonal wave dynamics, coastal processes and hazards,
and wave reef interactions.  Familiarity with common coastal hazard
mitigation strategies and impacts on natural resources from resource
extraction and restoration operations, beach erosion and formulation,
littoral budgets, and impacts of alternative shore stabilization
technologies and situations. Previous experience in international coastal
management and policy.

*INQUIRIES: *Darren Okimoto 956-7031 (Oahu).

*APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:* Please go to www.rcuh.com and click on “Job
Postings.” You must submit the following documents online to be considered
for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Salary History, 4)
Supervisory References, 5) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s).
All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date
(11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job
posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is
imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuh_employment at rcuh.com. If
you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance,
please call (808)956-8344 or (808)956-0872.