Employment
Position Openings
The Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project (MFBRP) is seeking driven and capable conservationists to fill multiple positions. See below:
(3) Field Associates for a 12-month term to support conservation efforts to protect Hawaiʻi’s most endangered native forest birds. These full-time positions are based on Maui and focus on landscape-level mosquito control to help combat avian malaria, a major threat to native bird populations such as the kiwikiu and ʻākohekohe.
Field Associates will work with the Mosquito Control Team. Work will include:
- Deploying, monitoring, and maintaining mosquito monitoring traps in remote forest areas
- Assisting with trail, equipment, and field station maintenance
- Supporting logistics for helicopter-assisted operations
- Participating in multi-day remote field camps (4–10 days at a time) under rugged, wet, and high
- elevation conditions
- Opportunities to work with other MFBRP teams including the Forest Bird team and ʻAlalā recovery team are available
This position involves hiking long distances across rugged terrain while carrying heavy packs up to 40 pounds, working in challenging environments, and staying in remote field camps. Success in this position requires strong teamwork, adaptability, and commitment to safety. Additional responsibilities include baseyard tasks and occasional office work. Compensation $3,650/mo.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. An Associate’s degree plus 1–3 years of relevant experience may be substituted.
Experience:
Up to 1 year of paid or documented volunteer experience in biological or agricultural fieldwork.
Knowledge:
Familiarity with local natural history and the impact of invasive species. Understanding of natural resource management fieldwork.
Skills & Abilities:
- Able to take clear field notes and enter data accurately.
- Basic computer skills.
- Capable of working independently or in a small team.
- Comfortable working in remote, rugged environments.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must complete helicopter safety training (A100) within 6 months of hire.
- Must have or obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 3 months of hire.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to hike 10–15 miles on rough terrain while carrying up to 40 lbs.
- Able to work in remote field camps for 4–10 days under primitive conditions
- Must be able to work in difficult, high-elevation environments and around helicopters.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with native Hawaiian flora and fauna
- Experience in remote fieldwork or backcountry environments
- Ability to maintain and repair field equipment
- Experience with field data collection or mosquito control
- Completion of helicopter safety trainings or willingness to become certified
To Apply:
Full details and application can be found HERE on the RCUH website. Click apply and search for position ID: 225375.
- A cover letter highlighting relevant experience
- A resume
- Three professional supervisory references
- Degree(s) and/or certification(s)
Deadline to apply is August 12, 2025. We are unable to accept international applicants at this time. Mahalo for your interest in employment with us!
Please note that housing on Maui is extremely limited. While we will consider all applicants for the open positions that we have, we recommend applying if you are already in, or have, a secure housing situation on Maui.
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