Rangeland & Fire Management Planner (Maui)

Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i; Kahului (HI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i (PCSU Maui Nui Fire Management Project) is seeking a Forestry Rangeland Planner to plan, coordinate, and implement rangeland management, wildfire mitigation, and watershed protection activities on Maui. The role includes directing field crews, collecting field data, and applying land management strategies with diverse partners.

The candidate will work with GPS, GIS, and data systems, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor's- or two-year college-level study in range-related field with coursework in range management and wildland fire (preferred for higher level).
• Experience in range, pasture, or land management is expected; related degrees may substitute for some experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and assist with rangeland management, wildfire mitigation, and watershed protection efforts.
• Direct and manage field crews with minimal supervision and perform field monitoring activities.
• Collect and analyze field data on vegetation, fuel loading, soils, and species distribution using standardized methods.
• Implement rangeland and fuels management actions including invasive plant control and erosion/runoff mitigation.
• Oversee field staff and volunteers; ensure safety and policy compliance.
• Coordinate with DOFAW staff, partners, landowners, and subject matter experts to apply land management strategies.
• Record detailed field data and input GPS/spatial information for analysis.
• Perform duties in varying environments and weather conditions; maintain equipment and safety protocols.
• Adhere to all applicable policies, procedures, and trainings; understand regulatory requirements.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for project activities.

Skills

Grazing ecology

Vegetation dynamics

Soil science

GIS

Wildfire behavior

Data collection

Education

Associate’s Degree in Range Management or related field

Tools

GPS units

GIS software

Job description

Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i (PCSU Maui Nui Fire Management Project) is seeking a Forestry Rangeland Planner to plan, coordinate, and implement rangeland management, wildfire mitigation, and watershed protection activities on Maui. The role includes directing field crews, collecting field data, and applying land management strategies with diverse partners.

The candidate will work with GPS, GIS, and data systems, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and effective