What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wildlife Management Placement at Haleakala National Park position at Student Conservation Association, Inc?
Position Summary
Please read: Preference will be given to local candidates already residing in Hawaii.
This internship will work with the Wildlife Management team at Haleakala National Park, primarily focusing on invasive predator control.
Schedule
June 2, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Control introduced predators (primarily non-native rats, mongooses, and feral cats) via trapping to protect threatened and endangered birds and control pests, 75%; monitor birds (Hawaiian goose and Hawaiian petrel) for nesting activity and production of young, 20%; data entry and other duties as assigned, 5%. Daily solo hiking/backpacking over rugged, steep volcanic terrain at high elevations (6000-10,000 ft.) in harsh weather conditions and includes 3-4 day backcountry trips.
Marginal Duties
Required Qualifications
Must be in excellent physical condition - work occurs at high elevation (6000ft ).
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans aged 35 or younger, at the start of the position. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Local candidates with their own housing on Maui are preferred. Shared housing may be available for off-island candidates but is not guaranteed. Inquire at interview.
Compensation
$450 - weekly living allowance
$1,300 - one time RT travel allowance
$1,375 - duty related travel (available for local intern selections to use for commuting costs)
AmeriCorps eligible (450-hour Education Award)
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Additional Benefits
Defensive Drive Training
AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional
Equal Opportunity Statement
SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.
