Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced part-time (up to 19.5 hours per week) Heritage Preserve Field Crew Ranger to join our team and help land stewardship efforts in the Ka‘u District, Hawai‘i Island. Specific locations include: Honuapo – Hokukano - Kaalaiki; Kaunamano; Kawala; Kahilipali Nui; Kahilipali Iki (Waikapuna); Waiohinu (Kamilo); Kiolakaa – Waiomao (Ka’alu’alu Bay); and Kawela – Kamaoa (Ka Lae). This position will report day-to-day to the Ala Kahakai Trail Association. The candidate must be located on Hawai‘i Island and must be authorized to work in the US.

Please note, this position is scheduled to begin on December 1st, 2024. Applicants should ensure their availability aligns with this start date before applying.

Main responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

1 - Performing routine site maintenance,
General maintenance, cleaning, and servicing of ATA vehicles including UTV
Trail clearing and Road maintenance
2 - Conservation duties and monitoring
Monitor shoreline for marine debris, marine mammals, and sea turtles
Monitor tidepools and anchialine pools
Check waterlines and troughs
Monitor native plant habitats and seabird colonies
3 - Facilitating the volunteer stewardship program
Assist with monthly community volunteer days
Secure equipment and supplies
Provide guidance during volunteer projects
Maintain a safe environment and safe practices
4 - Assisting with community educational access,
Assist with monthly community educational access days
Secure equipment and supplies
Maintain a safe environment and safe practices
5 - Managing public health and safety,
Engage with visitors, fishermen, and recreational users
Inspect roadways, shorelines, and camp areas
Provide notices and warnings during extreme weather and high surf
Assist with wildfire prevention
6 - General resource monitoring and security.
Patrol property on foot and using ATA vehicles including UTV
Monitor native plant habitats and cultural sites
Collect data on target species as part of recovery efforts
Inspect fencing and access points
Notify management regarding any unauthorized activity
Provide daily and weekly reports

Working Conditions
This position involves working outdoors on Hawai‘i Island, including but not limited to variable weather conditions, at remote outdoor locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, in coastal and marine environments, and under physically demanding circumstances that may require physical exertion and/or muscular strain.

The Heritage Preserve Field Crew Ranger is expected to possess the necessary knowledge and skills to manage day-to-day activities. The minimum required qualifications for this position include:
Relevant experience in the lands and people of Ka‘u.
At least 3 years of experience working with communities in Hawaii and collaborating between networks, including knowledge of Hawaiian ecosystems and aloha ‘aina values.

Preferred Qualifications
CPR/First Aid certified

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

About Ala Kahakai Trail Association

The Ala Kahakai Trail Association is a non-profit organization that provides community assistance for trail management and planning. ATA was created in 2006 and became a registered non-profit organization in 2008. ATA helps ensure that the Hawaiʻi Island trail system, in particular those trails within the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail Corridor, is well-connected to the community and that Hawaiian values and principles are in place and practiced. We work to foster various kinds of partnerships and help guide the work of managing and sustaining the trail with consideration for the vision and goals of the diverse communities that the trails connect. Through various public funding mechanisms, the Ala Kahakai Trail Association is the landowner and steward of several large parcels in Ka‘u and North Kohala.