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Description

The Coral Restoration Technician performs and participates in coral restoration operations including the maintenance, management, development and coordination of restoration programs. The Coral Restoration Technician (CRT) leads and participates in work teams to ensure the coordination, community support and implementation of restoration plans. The CRT implements restoration activities, collects and manages data, maintains supplies and equipment, and coordinates fieldwork with TNC staff, volunteers, partners, and communities.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree in marine science-related field
• 5-year related experience in coral reef conservation, science, restoration, marine fieldwork or similar field (or equivalent combination of education and experience, such as BA/BS and 3 years of experience, etc.).
• Experience working underwater on SCUBA
• Experience working from small vessels
• Experience with reef systems.
• Experience in marine monitoring, research, ecology, and/or management principles.
• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers).
• Scientific diving credentials from an AAUS institution. 
• Experience operating small vessels.
• Experience with structure-from-motion photogrammetry data collection, processing software, and analysis. 
• Experience with GIS processing and analysis
• Experience communicating and engage effectively with local community partners and other stakeholder groups in Hawai‘i.
• Some experience managing volunteers or entry level staff.
• Ability to recognize and identify Hawaiian coral species, health conditions, and diseases to complete coral restoration activities. 
• Knowledge/understanding of current trends and practices in reef restoration in Hawai‘i.  

Salary Information:

$61,300 – $64,980