[ES_JOBS_NET] PacIOOS Instrument Specialist

[Timmerman, Ross]

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Job Summary

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the with the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Joint Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (JIMAR), Pacific Islands Ocean Observing System (PacIOOS) located at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (UHM) in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY:  Salary commensurate with qualifications.

DUTIES:  Designs and oversees the PacIOOS Wave Buoy Program in the independent Micronesian nations of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), the Republic of Palau, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). Coordinates, manages, and maintains the operational wave buoy observing network. Tasks include: deployment and operation of new directional Waverider buoys in the independent Micronesian nations of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), the Republic of Palau, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).  International travel and independent coordination with Federal and island nation partners are required. Develops and implements educational programs and training workshops to build local capacity throughout the region.  Participates in shared 24/7 on-call ‘pager’ duty for emergency buoy response for the buoys in the FSM, Palau, and RMI. Manages technical logistics, including procurement, shipping, receiving, wave buoy assembly and disassembly from the UHM laboratory, which requires international travel and day-work at sea.  Establishes, coordinates, and maintains service contracts for maintaining the buoys, for managing data collected by the buoys, and for field efforts. Coordinates wave buoy data management and buoy performance with the Coastal Data Information Program.Operates University of Hawai‘i (UH) three-quarter (¾) ton truck and three (3) ton flatbed vehicles to assist with off-site deployments. Operates a forklift for various tasks (e.g., moving and loading buoys, mooring equipment, and anchor weight systems).

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Environmental Science, Marine Science, Engineering or a related field.  EXPERIENCE:  Three to five (3-5) years of experience related to oceanographic research/fieldwork, experience establishing and maintaining partnerships, experience with conducting trainings/workshops for regional collaborators and stakeholders, and a successful history of project implementation. Includes experience in establishing research or other collective goals and maintaining implementation timelines, while having a familiarity with budget management and purchasing, as well as experience in logistics for remote projects, including shipping (e.g., cargo and HAZMAT), travel coordination, collaborating with partners .    Experience must include ocean experience onboard small boats, and familiarity with skin-diving and  working with oceanographic equipment (e.g., buoys, mooring lines, anchors, etc.).  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Strong knowledge of how to work successfully with partners and stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Knowledge and understanding of ocean observing systems and their objectives, with a focus on oceanographic buoy mooring design and implementation. Working knowledge of permit processes and regulations for instrument deployments in the coastal zone. Knowledge of conducting safe and effective small boat operations, including onboard safety equipment and general boat maintenance.  Knowledge of hand tool operation and electronic component assembly. Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment. Ability to adapt to evolving program needs and take initiative to address them. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability and interest to plan, organize, and facilitate stakeholder meetings and trainings. Proven ability to translate complex scientific subjects to lay audiences. Proficient in the use of personal computer (PC) and Apple operating systems, and Microsoft Office products. Ability to work with diverse stakeholders from throughout the PacIOOS region and among Federal, State, and county agencies, citizen and community groups, industry members, the general public, non-governmental organizations, and academia. Must be able to obtain passport for international travel. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment.  Ability to operate University of Hawai‘i (UH) three-quarter (¾) ton truck and three (3) ton flatbed vehicles to assist with off-site deployments. Comfortable working on small boats in the open ocean.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively and safely around heavy equipment and instrumentation in the lab, field, and on vessels. Must be willing to safely operate a forklift for moving and loading buoys, mooring equipment, and anchor weight systems. Post Offer/Employment Conditions:  Must successfully complete the Hawai‘i   State online boating safety course within two (2) months from date of hire.  Must be able to obtain UH Marine Center forklift operator’s certification within two (2) months from date of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must obtain an Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHSO) Training Certificate (or be able to obtain the certificate following training provided within six (6) months from date of hire) for laboratory safety education. PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to conduct physically demanding field labor in the surf zone and on small boats in ocean conditions. Must be able to lift and carry up to thirty-five (35) pounds unassisted, or at least fifty (50) pounds assisted. Must possess strong swimming skills, be comfortable skin-diving, and proficient with breath holding to fifteen (15) foot water depth. Ability to work three to eight (3-8) hours on a vessel at sea. POLICY AND/OR REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:  As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies and procedures.  Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS: Project management skills with history of implementation, reporting, and evaluating operational goals and objectives. Knowledge of international and federal permits. Data processing and programming knowledge. Demonstrated scientific writing. Proposal writing experience. Familiarity with one (or more) Pacific Island cultures. Ability to safely operate a twenty-seven (27) foot boat with twin outboard motors after receiving training by PacIOOS personnel. Additional experience in analyzing and communicating ocean data.

INQUIRIES:  Nicole Wakazuru-Yoza 956-5018 (Oahu).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com<http://www.rcuh.com> and click on “Job Postings.” You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Supervisory References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuh_employment at rcuh.com<mailto:rcuh_employment at rcuh.com>. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872.

RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i.

Equal Opportunities Employer – Minorities/Women/Disability/Veteran.

Ross Timmerman | Research Data Analyst
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Coastal Data Information Program
cdip.ucsd.edu<https://cdip.ucsd.edu/>
Southern California Coastal Ocean Observing System
sccoos.org<http://sccoos.org>

office: (858) 246-5565
mobile: (619) 818-8387
email: rtimmerman at ucsd.edu<mailto:rtimmerman at ucsd.edu>

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