Seabird Research Study
Hamer Environmental is hiring two-three motivated biologists to join our growing team in Hawaii. Ready to take your knowledge of Hawaiian seabirds to the next level? Apply today!
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The Position:
This is a seasonal, full-time position from April 10 through late-December 2025, and is primarily fieldwork, with a lesser component of office work. The position has potential for renewal for the 2026 breeding season (mid-April through mid-December 2024) dependent on project needs in 2026. Lodging or camping with gear storage is provided for the duration of the project and will change frequently based on survey locations on Maui. Fieldwork is an odd schedule, with two surveys per day – dusk & dawn. Dusk surveys start with arriving to a site 30 minutes prior to sunset, setting up and surveying from sunset for 3 hours, then packing up equipment and heading to lodging. Dawn surveys begin by arriving to site 30 minutes prior to survey, setting-up, and surveying for 2-3 hours ending at sunrise, then packing up and returning to lodging. Fieldwork will typically occur Sun evening through Fri mornings, but may be variable depending on available lodging, and may include overnight stays at a subsample of sites.

Duties may include:

• Conducting surveys to monitor and identify Hawaiian seabirds by sight and sound.
• Serving as crew avian monitor and radar technician on project surveys.
• Performing surveys for ESA-listed Hawaiian seabirds.
• Performing high-quality, precise work using scientific protocols.
• Conducting physical set-up and take-down of heavy equipment. 
• Performing troubleshooting of radar computer software and other survey equipment.
• Working together with staff and project stakeholders.
• Preparing technical summary reports and preparing/reviewing field data.
• Traveling for field projects, meetings, and/or training.         
• Working odd hours, including early mornings and late evenings in the field, as needed.

Who You Are:
You should have excellent communication, comfort following scientific and technical protocols, and field research skills. You must be comfortable working as part of a two-person team and living in shared, flexible housing with occasional camping (camp gear provided).

You must have:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in the following fields:
• Wildlife Biology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, or a similar course of study.
• 1+ seasons of Hawaiian wildlife survey experience, preferably with sea and water birds.
• 1-2+ seasons of avian survey experience
• Familiarity with state/federal environmental laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft apps, data analysis, software, and tools.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to remote, rugged field locations.
• Must be able to pass a federal background check and be authorized to work in the U.S.

Our ideal match also has:

• Previous field crew leadership experience.
• Previous electronic and computer equipment IT, troubleshooting experience.
• Current or recent Hawaii residency.
• Experience with Hawaiian fauna and flora species.
• One+ years project management experience.
• Experience writing proposals, budgets, and technical reports.
• Familiarity with Hawaiian culture, language, and environmental issues.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Salary: $44,720 to $51,500 annual equivalent, paid biweekly, depending on experience. Note that lodging is provided and a per diem of $60.77 per work day is additionally provided.

What We Offer:
Our benefits and support help you rest easy and focus on the things that matter most.

• (For Hawaii Residents only) 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Premiums 
• An outstanding work-life balance and a history to back it up
• Performance-based Bonuses
• Flexible Workspaces

Who We Are:
We are a multi-disciplinary environmental consulting firm founded in 1992, with expertise in:

• Biological surveys and assessments
• Environmental planning and compliance
• NEPA and ESA
• Threatened & endangered species
• Fish and wildlife management
• Wetlands and streams
• Habitat restoration design
• Permitting and mitigation plans.