Visitor Services and Restoration Coordinator

Southern Arkansas University; Hawaii; On-site; USD 26,321 - 32,828; Part time

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University is seeking a Visitor Services and Restoration Coordinator in Hawaii. This role encompasses overseeing education initiatives, organizing volunteer events, and facilitating seasonal guided tours. Candidates should possess a congenial attitude and comfort public speaking.

The position offers a living allowance of $650 per week and a housing stipend of $500 per month, subject to taxes. No housing is provided.

Qualifications

• Congenial and friendly attitude.
• Ability to manage volunteer groups effectively.
• Comfortable with public education and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate seasonal guided bird tours.
• Organize volunteer events.
• Provide education programming to various audiences.

Skills

Public speaking

Volunteer management

Flexibility

Communication

Job description

Visitor Services and Restoration Coordinator

This Visitor Services Individual Placement includes a breadth of exposure to refuge complex operations. The position’s primary responsibilities will be to oversee the refuge’s education and volunteer programs. As the complex is composed of five units that are primarily closed to the public, the visitor services program is small, but important.

Schedule

July 6, 2026 - December 12, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The selected member will help to facilitate seasonal guided bird tours, organize volunteer events, assist with the bunkhouse program, and provide education programming to interested parties on and off the refuge.

Marginal Duties

They will also work closely with the refuge’s biology team to assist with refuge operations, to become intimately familiar with our mission and work, and to identify priority volunteer projects. The selected member will engage with FWS’ broader visitor service’s community, and with the Urban Wildlife Conservation Program, to provide connectivity with those programs and to relay opportunities to refuge leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Congenial and friendly attitude
• Experience with and willingness to give public lectures and programming
• Comfort in leading and managing volunteer groups, including disciplinary action, when necessary
• 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, including common/latin/Hawaiian names
• Knowledge of invasive species management techniques
• Knowledge of local peoples, and customs.
• Established trust-based relationships with local organizations

Living Accommodations

No housing provided.

Compensation

• Living allowance - $650/week
• Housing stipend - $500/month

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

Personal Vehicle Information

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.