Conservation Leaders Wanted @ Kaʻūpūlehu Dryland Forest Preserve

At the Kaʻūpūlehu Dryland Forest Preserve, members will be involved in various aspects of conservation
work including, but not limited to: invasive species management (weeds, ungulates, insects, etc.), native
plant restoration (identification, seed collection & processing, propagation, out-planting), fence
maintenance, irrigation installation and maintenance, community outreach and volunteer education,
overall site stewardship (trash removal, equipment, and facilities maintenance), and plant monitoring.

Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment names, operation, and maintenance.
• Plant identification capacity.
• Basic understanding of Hawaii's natural and cultural history.
• Positive work attitude.

Program Dates:

January 7, 2019 - November 22, 2019 (11 months, full time) 

Application deadline: Oct 31, 2018

BENEFITS:

• Up to $1,600 monthly living allowance* and a $5,920 Education Award- through Kupu's largest supporter, AmeriCorps

• Opportunity to gain extensive knowledge about a single/handful of worksites (as members work with one agency for the duration of the program)

• An extremely in-depth learning experience and further awareness of specific environmental issues

• Opportunity to work side-by-side with a supervisor and potential employer who works in an environmental field you are interested in

• Child care, health care, and loan deferment available for eligible applicants

• Week-long Service Trip with other Kupu CLDP members

• Valuable job and life skills

• And most of all, the opportunity to protect Hawaii's natural resources and make a positive impact in your community

Applicant Requirements:

1. Age - Applicants must be at least 17 years of age by the start date of the service term (due to AmeriCorps regulations).

2. Diploma - Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

3. Citizenship - Applicants must be one of the following: a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien (due to AmeriCorps regulations).

4. Criminal History Check - Applicants are subject to a criminal history check.

5. Housing/Transportation - Applicants must have their own personal housing and transportation arrangements on-island.

Working Conditions:

Hot and dry weather on ʻāʻā lava. The elevation ranges from 1600ʻ - 2100ʻ on Hualālai mountain within the ʻahupuaʻa of Kaʻūpūlehu in North Kona.

This position is available through Kupu's Conservation Leadership Development Program. 

Apply Here before October 31, 2018