Student Conservation Association

Individual Placement - Visitor Services and Restoration Participant

Student Conservation Association  •  $325/hr  •  Hawaii (Onsite)  •  21 days ago
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Job Description

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.

Location

Kahuku, HI

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

Hours

40 per week

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

Recommended

Additional Benefits

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.

Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description

Student Conservation Association

About Student Conservation Association

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.

Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country.

After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.

As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources.

Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.

SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Arlington, Virginia
Year Founded
1957
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