Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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The Conservation Leadership Development Program (CLDP) has been developed for individuals who are looking for an intensive entry-level experience in preparation for a career in the conservation field. Members are selected to serve at a single host site that best matches the individual’s interests. Applicants must be comfortable serving in rugged environments, and be able to perform physically demanding duties.
The Conservation Leadership Development program will be a 6-11month term in which membersserve side-by-side with professionalsin the natural resource management field, gaining in-depth experience in varying conservation initiatives throughout the state and Pacific. Conservation initiatives and duties vary depending on the host site in which the member is placed at ranging from invasive species removal and native habitat restoration to outreach and education. Members will gain valuable professional experience within the natural resource management field as well as networking opportunities with leading conservation professionals. Most importantly, members will have the opportunity to serve and restore some of our most precious natural areas and resources here in the Pacific Islands.
AVAILABILITY: There will be one or more positions on each of the following islands: Hawaiʿi Island, Kauaʿi, Maui, Molokaʿi, Oʿahu, American Samoa, Guam, and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (Rota and Saipan). The number of positions and areas in which positions are available are subject to change. For a member to finish their term as scheduled, members will need to commit to 40 hours per pay period.
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Applications will only be considered if submitted through Kupu's official website:
Please note that you will need to upload your resume and list two job references. Upon submitting your application, please notify your job references that they will be receiving an email containing a link to complete an electronic reference form. It is your responsibility that these forms are submitted; please be sure to allow enough time for your references to complete the online reference form.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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Work Location: In person