Salary: See Position Description
Location : Island of Kauai
Job Type: Various
Job Number: DLNR-2025-0001
Department: Land & Natural Resources
Division: Forestry and Wildlife
Opening Date: 01/27/2025
Closing Date: 2/9/2025 11:59 PM Hawaii
Recruitment InformationRecruitment Number DLNR-2025-0001This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
The position is located in Lihue, Kauai.
Salary: Level III- $4,858.00 to $5,918.00 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
Level IV - $5,258.00 to $6,399.00 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
Note: Hiring rate will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.
THIS RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF FOURTEEN (14) DAYS. PLEASE APPLY BY 11:59 P.M. HST ON THE CLOSING DATE.Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:Jason Omick, Wildlife Management Program Specialist
Email:
Monday - Friday, 7:45 am - 4:30 pm (HST)
Duties SummaryWildlife Biologist III: Independently performs a limited range of professional wildlife research, development, or management assignments; plans census and surveys of game species; collects, compiles and analyzes hunter use and kill data; independently conducts smaller wildlife research, development and management projects; may direct the work of lower-level professional and non-professional wildlife workers; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Wildlife Biologist IV: Independently performs the full range of wildlife research development and management activities; directs the work of lower-level professional and non-professional wildlife workers; and performs other related duties as assigned.
This position performs work in the management, conservation, development, and protection of wildlife resources and in related scientific research by implementing priority tasks pursuant to the Division's wildlife management goals and objectives. Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to planning, development, and maintenance of Hawaiian goose (Nene) sanctuaries, and other habitat projects that may include other Threatened & Endangered species.
Who we are: The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Division of Forestry and Wildlife manages state Forest Reserves, Natural Area Reserves, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Game Management Areas, and Public Hunting Areas. Program areas include forestry, wildlife, trails and access, and natural area reserves. The State's wildlife program is concerned with the conservation, development, and management of the wildlife resources of the State on a sound basis so that maximum sustained benefits will accrue to the people of the State. The broad objectives and functions or the program are to obtain information through research, surveys and inventories on the life history, ecology, and the range and habitat requirements of the species in Hawaii to regulate the hunting and other environmental factors affecting the various game and non-game species to maintain the maximum or optimum populations compatible with the carrying capacity of the ranges. This includes the evaluation of habitats and the wildlife resources thereon or potentially supportable, discovery and interpretation of principles and facts upon which the management of the wildlife resources rests and the development of new improved methods, practices, techniques, and instruments necessary to perform such work.
As a Division of Forestry and Wildlife team member, you'll:
- Assist the Wildlife Manager in various game and non-game wildlife management projects on the island of Kauai.
- Work on projects involving seabirds, waterbirds, forest birds, game mammal and game birds under the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Program.
- Participate and assist the Forestry program, Native Ecosystems Protection & Management (NEPM) Program, Na Ala Hele (NAH) program, and wildland fire fighting duties if called upon.
Minimum Qualification RequirementsTo qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements: LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Education Requirements: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree in wildlife management, or in a related biological science, with a minimum of twenty-four (24) semester credit hours in the following areas:
- At least eighteen (18) semester credit hours of coursework applicable to wildlife biology in such subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, animal husbandry, zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology (animal), genetics, animal taxonomy, parasitology, entomology, herpetology, biometry; or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; and
- At least six (6) semester credit hours in botany or the related plant sciences.
Excess work experience as described under Experience Requirements below, or any other responsible administrative, professional or analytical work experience that provided knowledge, skills and abilities comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge, skills and abilities.
The education or experience background must also demonstrate the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents; read and interpret complex written material; and solve complex problems logically and systematically.
Specialized Experience Requirement: One (1) year for the III level, and for the IV level two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in wildlife conservation, development and management, and/or wildlife research.
Substitutions Allowed:Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply (click link below).
Other Requirements:Firearms: This position requires the handling of firearms and ammunition when participating in predator control and eradication activities. Applicants must meet all Federal and State regulations pertaining to the carrying, use and possession of firearms and ammunition. Under the requirements of the Federal Gun Control Act,
applicants for these positions may not possess a conviction of domestic violence.License Requirement: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
Lift and Carry: Applicants must be able to lift and carry objects of various weights with or without reasonable accommodation. The immediate vacancy requires the ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g. hoisting equipment, hand truck).
Physical Requirement: Applicants must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position effectively and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation, and which typically require, but are not limited to, the ability to backpack thirty (30) pounds for five miles.
The information provided above represents a summary of the
Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please
CLICK HERE.
Other InformationThe State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0180 for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAMThe PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click:
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTSThe Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATIONThe examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
Note: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Land and Natural Resources regarding this position.YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI'IThe State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur.
A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below.
Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview.
With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service.
Paid HolidaysYou may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Paid VacationYou may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match - 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
Paid Sick LeaveYou may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation - 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
Other LeavesReasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
Health InsuranceThe State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
Group Life InsuranceThe State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
Retirement PlanThe State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
Premium Conversion PlanParticipating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending AccountsEligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
Transportation BenefitsParticipating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Deferred CompensationThe State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.
Temporary Disability InsuranceQualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
Social SecurityAs an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
Promotions & TransfersFor employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
Training & Continuing EducationThe State supports developmental activities related to an employee's work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
Travel ExpensesThe State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
Incentive & Service AwardsThe State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
Union & Collective BargainingEmployees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaii's Benefits At-A-Glance.
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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score.
Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as instructed below) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, you must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
Any information you submit may be verified.
Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office via email or USPS as soon as possible.
Our mailing address is:
State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources
1151 Punchbowl Street #231
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. - I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all of the above.
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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (Continued)Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified.In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified.
Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above.
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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)The information provided in the job announcement represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. A live link to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements was provided to me in the job announcement.
- I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement.
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTDo you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in wildlife management or in a related biological science with a minimum of twenty-four semester credit hours in the following areas:
- 1) At least eighteen semester credit hours applicable to wildlife biology in such subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, animal husbandry, zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology (animal), genetics, animal taxonomy, parasitology, entomology, herpetology, biometry; or research courses in the field of wildlife biology;
and2) At least six semester credit hours in botany or the related plant sciences.If "Yes", you
MUST submit a copy of your
OFFICIAL transcripts.
Failure to provide a copy of your official transcripts will result in your application being rejected. 06
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCEHow many years of progressively responsible professional work experience in wildlife conservation, development and management, and/or wildlife research, do you possess?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
- 2 or more years of experience
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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCEIf you answered "No Experience" to the question above, please indicate n/a below.
If you possess the required experience, please identify each experience you would like us to consider and provide the following information in the space provided below.
All employers listed below must also be listed on your application. Any information you submit may be verified. The information for each employer should include:
A. Employer's name, dates of employment (Month/year to Month/year), your official job title, and average number of hours per week.
B. Description of employer (government agency, university, non-profit agency, etc.). What was the main mission of your agency or organization?
C. Describe the section or department you worked in. What was the major function of your department? What kind of staff did you work with (e.g., Research Technicians, Wildlife Biologists, Forestry personnel, etc.)?
D. What was the
primary function of your position, including your
major duties and responsibilities? Give a
detailed description of your professional duties in wildlife conservation, development and management, and/or wildlife research.
E. Provide a detailed description of your experience in the following areas. Give examples of the conservation and development methods and techniques you applied.
1) Development of wildlife management and conservation plans;
2) Habitat management;
3) Predator control;
4) Wildlife surveys and data collection;
5) Determining threats;
6) Experimental design;
7) Wildlife research;
8) Wildlife/conservation education programs. Did you give presentations, create flyers or brochures, etc.? Who was your target audience and what kind of information did you provide?You may choose to write your responses in a separate document, such as a WORD document, and electronically attach supporting documents to your application.
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SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWEDDo you possess education from a regionally accredited college or university as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?
NOTE: Your education may not sub for ALL of the required Specialized Experience. Refer to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, Substitutions Allowed section, for more information.
In order to receive credit for your academic training, you
MUST SUBMIT a legible copy of your
OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS by attaching it to your online application.
- I am not using substitution
- I possess a master's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in wildlife biology, mammalogy, or ornithology, or a closely related field.
- I possess a Ph.D. degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in wildlife biology, mammalogy, or ornithology, or a closely related field.
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FEDERAL FIREARM CONTROL ACT - LAUTENBERG AMENDMENTThis position requires incumbents to be qualified to use, carry, and have access to firearms at all times which includes being drug free.
Convictions of domestic violence preclude incumbents in these positions from carrying firearms and ammunition. An amendment to the Federal Firearm Gun Control Act (Title 18, United States Code, Section 922(g)(9)) makes it illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence to carry and/or possess any firearm or ammunition.
A crime of domestic violence is ANY offense - whether or not specifically identified by law as a crime of domestic violence - which involved the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by the victim's current or former spouse, parent or guardian, by a person living or who lived with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person who has had a similar relationship to the victim.
This amendment applies to persons convicted at any time before or after the law was passed. There are no exemptions for law enforcement officers (including correctional officers), government employees or agents. If you are a law enforcement employee and you have a conviction record involving domestic violence, you may be affected by this amendment to the law.
In responding to the following question, you should answer 'NO' if all your convictions have been expunged or set aside or you have been pardoned for all your convictions. However, if any pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provided that you not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms, you must answer 'YES.' You must also answer 'YES' if you received a court martial conviction from a military court or you received non-judicial punishment from military authorities.
Have you been convicted of any act(s) involving domestic violence? 10
DRIVER'S LICENSE This position requires a valid driver's license. Do you possess a valid driver's license? If yes, you must submit a legible copy and indicate the recruitment title and number as verification.
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LIFTING AND CARRYING REQUIREMENTThis position requires the ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance and the ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 100 lbs with the assistance of another person and/or use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, hand truck, etc.), with or without reasonable accommodation.
Do you wish to be considered for this position? 12
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS.Applicants must be physically able to perform the essential duties efficiently and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation, which may require hiking long distances over rough terrain carrying field gear, the ability to work in inclement weather and perform forest firefighting duties as needed.
Are you able to physically perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation? Required Question
