Individual Placement - Interpretation and Resource Management Placement

scacareers; Hawaii; On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Housing stipend

Job summary

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park seeks a placement to support interpretation and resource management at the Aiopio Contact Station on Kailua-Kona, HI. The role focuses on educating visitors, identifying resource concerns, and supporting park operations in a busy coastal environment.

The position involves walking and standing in sun, working with park staff, and delivering public programs while gaining experience in park management and interpretation.

Qualifications

• Conversations with the public and delivering lectures or programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and workloads.

Responsibilities

• Inform the public and participate in resource management activities.
• Develop and deliver public presentations.
• Coordinate with park staff on resource concerns and interpretation.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Timeliness

Independence

Teamwork

Job description

Position Summary

This position is a hybrid of an Interpretation and Resource Management Individual Placement, which includes a breadth of exposure to park operations. The position’s primary responsibilities will be visitor interaction to prevent resource damage. Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park is a small but dynamic location, and the primary worksite will be at ‘Ai’opio Contact Station. This small sandy beach has significant natural and cultural features, as well as heavy visitor use. It is known for foraging and basking green sea turtles, and recently has had increased use by the highly endangered Hawaiian monk seal. This position would help educate the public, identify resource concerns, and be a helpful presence in a busy area of the park. This work involves walking and/or standing in hot sun. A rudimentary shelter is available, but the majority of the work would be on the beach or hiking in coastal areas.

Hosting Organization

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

Location

Kailua-Kona, HI

Schedule

October 5, 2026 - May 7, 2027

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• The selected member will help inform the public, participate in resource management activities, communicate with park staff on resource concerns, and develop and deliver public presentations.

Marginal Duties

• They will also work closely with the resource management team to become familiar with our mission and work, and to gain exposure to park management skills.
• The selected member will engage with the park’s Interpretation program, Visitor and Resource Protection, and other staff.

Required Qualifications

• Congenial and friendly attitude
• Good communication skills
• Experience with and willingness to give public lectures and programming
• Comfort in approaching people, interacting, and using radios
• Ability to speak clearly, loudly when necessary, and with articulation
• Ability to maintain positivity despite large competing workloads and frequent shifts in priorities
• Timeliness
• Flexibility
• Ability to work effectively independently and in groups
• Appropriate hygiene and attire for a professional work setting representing the Federal government

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of native Hawaiian plant and animal species.
• Knowledge of Hawaiian culture and history.
• Knowledge of local peoples, and customs.

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 18 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

No housing provided.

Compensation

• Living allowance - $650/week
• Housing stipend - $800/month

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

Additional Benefits

Interpretive Skills
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.