Shade House & Native Plant Restoration Assistant - Hawai'i

scacareers; Hawaii; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional

Job summary

SCA Careers seeks a motivated individual to support restoration efforts at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The role focuses on growing native Hawaiian plants in a new shade house, collecting seeds, and assisting in restoration and rehabilitation projects.

The position works with the Resources Management team across West Hawaiʻi National Parks, planning source material tracking and coordinating with staff to propagate plant material for park restoration.

Qualifications

• Familiarity, or ability to learn, native Hawaiian plants.
• Familiarity with horticultural techniques.
• Ability to work in hot, sometimes remote conditions.
• Work with a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and set up a shade house operation at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park.
• Grow plant materials for restoration and rehabilitation projects in coordination with park staff.
• Collect seeds and propagules; assist on other RM projects as assigned.

Skills

Native Hawaiian plants

Horticultural techniques

Hot conditions

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

SCA Careers seeks a motivated individual to support restoration efforts at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The role focuses on growing native Hawaiian plants in a new shade house, collecting seeds, and assisting in restoration and rehabilitation projects.

The position works with the Resources Management team across West Hawaiʻi National Parks, planning source material tracking and coordinating with staff to propagate plant material for park restoration.