Field Forester, Hawaii Island - Outdoor Team Lead

Hawai’i Conservation Alliance & Foundation; Hawaii; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including vision and dental

401K retirement plan

PTO policy plus holiday pay

Vehicle allowance or use of company vehicles

Job summary

A land management company is looking for a Field Forester to oversee forestry projects on Hawai‘i Island. This role requires both field and minimal office work, emphasizing safe project implementation and crew supervision. The ideal candidate will have a degree in forestry or equivalent experience, and be physically able to work in rugged conditions. Competitive salary starts at $60,000/year with benefits including vehicle allowance and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk long distances in rugged terrain.
• Experience with small powered tools such as chainsaws.
• Willingness to apply pesticides safely and legally.

Responsibilities

• Support forest management projects across Hawai‘i Island.
• Oversee work crews and ensure safety during operations.
• Manage procurement and GPS data tasks in the office.

Skills

Field data collection

Operating small powered tools

Microsoft Office suite

ESRI ArcGIS software

Driving 4WD vehicles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forestry, silviculture, botany, or related field

Tools

GPS equipment

Drone for data management

Job description

A land management company is looking for a Field Forester to oversee forestry projects on Hawai‘i Island. This role requires both field and minimal office work, emphasizing safe project implementation and crew supervision. The ideal candidate will have a degree in forestry or equivalent experience, and be physically able to work in rugged conditions. Competitive salary starts at $60,000/year with benefits including vehicle allowance and healthcare options.