Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Hawai’i Community Stewardship Network (HCSN) is searching for a new Executive Director

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Hawai’i Community Stewardship Network (HCSN) is searching for a new Executive Director. We request your help to identify talented individuals that may be interested in leading our small, grassroots community organization to empower Hawai’i’s communities to improve their quality of life through caring for their environmental heritage.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about our mission and committed to our core values (integrity, transparency, and a commitment to establishing equitable, pono partnerships) and will
possess:
·         Familiarity with local communities and traditional and
customary practices

·         Skills and experience in nonprofit compliance and management

·         Faith in community power and effectiveness

·         Humility, flexibility, and the ability to foster
collaboration among diverse audiences

·         An ability to identify entrepreneurial solutions to complex challenges


A detailed job description is linked below. Interested candidates should send a resume with cover letter to mhtml:{BAF4F777-B106-4B0C-95F3-C30F3CEE4E12}mid://00001039/!x-usc:mailto:info@hcsnetwork.org by end of business August 31, 2011. For more information about HCSN, visit our website at www.hcsnetwork.org.

http://www.scribd.com/doc/62947396/HCSN-Director-Job-Description

Lots of things happening in and around the sanctuary!

Lots of things happening in and around the sanctuary!

MAUI: Register Now for the fall Maui Ocean Awareness Training
Please register here for the Lahaina training – you will receive more detailed information about the exact dates and times closer to the date.
Local environmental organizations on Maui in partnership with the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary have joined forces to offer free Ocean Awareness Training certification classes to the community and to commercial marine activities operators. There are typically six evening classes that last 1½ hours each. Attendance at all classes is not required. However, if you complete all classes and attend one 3-hour field project of your choice, you will receive a C.O.R.A.L. (Care of our Culture, Ocean, Reefs and Animal Life) Certification Card that demonstrates your ocean knowledge to potential volunteer organizations or employers.
This free training will provide community volunteers and marine activity operators with up-to-date knowledge and interpretive skills to properly educate visitors about Hawaii’s unique marine and cultural environment. The training is an ideal opportunity for ocean users and enthusiasts, as well.
Find out more and register online at: http://www.oceanawarehawaii.org/
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KAUAI: Kauai Sanctuary Discovery Center Document Released 
Workshop at Kaumaulii Elementary School, Saturday, September 10, 2011 (9am to 3pm) 
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of National Marine Sanctuary (ONMS) proudly announces the release of the planning document A Facility Strategy for the Kauai NOAA Sanctuary Discovery Center. The strategy was developed in collaboration with the Kauai community and details plans for the creation of a marine interpretive center for the island of Kauai.

The ONMS will hold a public workshop on Saturday September 10th 2011 at King Kaumualii Elementary School cafeteria in Hanamaulu (4381 Hanamaulu Road), 9 am to 3 pm to review the document. ONMS will then continue to work with the residents of Kauai to develop the next steps to move the discovery center project forward.

The island of Kauai is currently the northernmost boundary of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, and is also the largest and most populated island nearest the nation’s newest World Heritage site, Papahanamokuakea Marine National Monument (PMNM). The discovery center will feature interactive displays about the sites as well as a public meeting space, and possibly a wetlab and other resource areas.


The discovery center will be modeled on similar successful centers such as the PMNM Mokupapapa Discovery Center in Hilo, and the Kihei Learning Center in Maui. However, “the Kauai center will be uniquely Kauaian”, says Allen Tom, Regional Director for the ONMS.  “Public comments have been almost unanimous that the island of Kauai has a special environmental story to share with the rest of the world, and that is what needs to be the focus of this Center”, he continued.


The document, written by Facility Programming and Consulting, contains more than 2,000 hours of input from community leaders, residents, user groups and visitors. Native Hawaiian Cultural Practitioner Ms. Puanani Burgess facilitated the community meetings and had this to add: “It was gratifying to see the support from our Kauai community, and their enthusiasm for this exciting project. I look forward to continuing with the planning process, and all the way through to the blessing of the new Kauai Discovery Center!“
Hard copies of the report are available to read in all the public libraries on Kauai, Kauai Community College library, Kauai ONMS office (4370 Kukui Grove Street, Lihue, 808-246-2860) and can be downloaded here: (pdf, 4.7MB).
Additionally, if you would a hard copy or CD Rom of the document send a request by email to mhtml:{BAF4F777-B106-4B0C-95F3-C30F3CEE4E12}mid://00001009/!x-usc:mailto:Allen.Tom@noaa.gov,
Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
ONMS Pacific Islands Region
Mokupapapa Discovery Center
Old Lahaina Courthouse project
Kihei Learning Center

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“Oceans of Opportunity” Education Symposium
Saturday, September 17, 2011
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Hilton Waikoloa Village
Kona, Hawaii
 
Each year the Marine Technology Society (MTS) and the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society proudly present the OCEANS Conference. This is the largest international professional meeting and exposition devoted to the full spectrum of ocean sciences, technology, policy, engineering, and education. Taking place September 19-22 in Kona, Hawaii at the Hilton Waikoloa Village, OCEANS 2011 MTS/IEEE will be a major forum for ocean scientists, engineers, industry end users and suppliers, technologists, educators and researchers, policymakers, and the public throughout the world to present their latest research results, state-of–the-art technologies, future concepts, and innovative ideas to their peers and many others who may be involved in deciding what future opportunities may lie ahead for our ocean. The OCEANS 2011 Conference has a continuous theme of ocean education and outreach throughout its week-long event, including an “Oceans of Opportunity” Education Symposium on Saturday, September 17th, which will include full day and half-day sessions, lunch, and an Education Plenary on the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument. Topics for this free Symposium include Pacific Corals and Climate Change, Sound in the Sea, and Ocean Exploration in the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument.
A brief description of the Symposium offerings follows: 
* Pacific Coral Reefs and Climate Change Module Workshop
This full-day professional development workshop will introduce educators of all grade levels to the Pacific Coral Reefs and Climate Change Module, following the National Park Service and COSEE Coastal Trends’ educational module on Coral Reefs and Climate Change.  The module was developed by a fellowship team that included Hawaiian high school teachers and University of Hawaii graduate and undergraduate students who synthesized National Park Service science and integrated cultural knowledge to produce the content.
* Discovery of Sound in the Sea Workshop
This half-day professional development, to be presented as a morning and afternoon session, will provide opportunities for middle and high school level educators to make connections between the phenomena of underwater sound and their education activities. The science of underwater sound, the production of sound, and the impact of anthropogenic sound on marine life will be discussed as participants engage in related science activities. Online resources will be shared, including an audio gallery of the underwater sounds produced by animals, people, and the natural world. Participants will receive free CD-ROMS to use with their students.
* Why Should We Explore the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument?
This half-day professional development, to be presented as a morning and afternoon session, will introduce middle and high school level educators to some of the reasons why ocean exploration and research are critical in the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument (MTMNM) through inquiry- and standards-based lesson plans that have been developed based on ocean exploration expeditions in the Monument area. Participants will be given ocean exploration curriculum materials and other resources to support the introduction of this exciting and engaging topic in their classrooms.
* Luncheon Keynote
The Mariana Trench Marine National Monument: Science Exploration and Research
Eric Breuer, Marine Monument Science Coordinator

Heidi Hirsh, Natural Resources Management Specialist
National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center
For more information and to register for the “Oceans of Opportunity” Education Symposium go to: 
http://www.oceans11mtsieeekona.org/main.cfm/CID/45/EDUCATION-SYMPOSIUM/

Friday, August 19, 2011

Friday, August 12, 2011

HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL RECOVERY ACTIONS PEIS – PUBLIC MEETINGS

HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL RECOVERY ACTIONS PEIS – PUBLIC MEETINGS

NOAA Fisheries Service invites you to join us for public meetings. We will be holding two types of meetings: Town Hall Meetings and Public Hearings.

TOWN HALL MEETINGS - Informal Question and Answer
NOAA Fisheries Service staff will provide a presentation on the status of monk seals and proposed recovery actions draft PEIS, and then be available to answer community questions and talk story about monk seal recovery. For your convenience, at least two town hall sessions will be offered on each island.

**Please note: These are informational meetings only; we cannot take public comments for the record at these meetings.**

PUBLIC HEARINGS – Formal Hearing for Public Comments
NOAA Fisheries service staff will provide a brief presentation about the draft PEIS and then receive comments for the public record. The first 30 minutes will be an informal open-house where folks can talk story with NOAA scientists and managers involved in monk seal recovery.

OAHU:
Town Hall Meetings
Saturday, August 20; 3:00-5:30pm & 6:00-9:00pm
Keehi Boat Club, 4 Sand Island Access Rd., Honolulu, HI

Public Hearing
Monday, September 13; 5:30-8:30pm
Central Union Church, 1660 South Beretania St., Honolulu, HI

LANAI:
Town Hall Meetings
Monday, August 22; 2:00-4:30pm & 5:00-8:00pm
Hale Mahaoulu Hale Kupuna, 1144 Ilima Ave., Lanai City, HI

No Public Hearing

MOLOKAI:
Town Hall Meetings
Wednesday, August 24; 3:00-5:30pm & 6:00-9:00pm
Hale Mahaoulu Home Pumehana, 290 Kolapa Place, Kaunakakai, HI

Public Hearing
Tuesday, September 13; 6:00-9:00pm
Hale Mahaoulu Home Pumehana, 290 Kolapa Place, Kaunakakai, HI

MAUI:
Town Hall Meetings
Saturday, August 27; 3:00-5:00pm & 6:00-9:00pm
UH Maui College, Pilina Building Multi-purpose Room, 310 Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI

Public Hearing
Thursday, September 15; 6:00-9:00pm
Kihei Community Recreation Center, 303 East Lipoa Rd., Kihei, HI

HAWAII:
Town Hall Meetings (2 locations)
Tuesday, August 30; 5:30-9:00pm
Keaukaha Elementary School Cafeteria, 240 Desha St., Hilo, HI

Wednesday, August 31; 3:00-5:30pm & 6:00-9:00pm
West Hawaii Civic Center, Community Meeting Hale, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy., Kailua-Kona, HI

Public Hearing
Wednesday, September 14; 6:00-9:00pm
Mokupapapa Discovery Center, 308 Kamehameha Ave., Suite 109, Hilo, HI

KAUAI:
Town Hall Meetings (2 locations)
Friday, September 2; 5:30-9:30pm
Hanalei Elementary School, 5-5415 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, HI

Saturday, September 3; 3:00-5:30pm & 6:00-9:00pm
Hanapepe Public Library, 4490 Kona Rd., Hanapepe, HI

Public Hearings
Saturday, September 17; 9:00am-12:00pm & 4:00-7:00pm
Wilcox Elementary School, 4319 Hardy St., Lihue, HI

NOAA Fisheries Service is pleased to announce the availability of the Draft Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Actions Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) for public review and comment. NOAA Fisheries Service is proposing to implement specific management and research actions for endangered Hawaiian monk seal recovery in the Hawaiian Islands. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), NOAA Fisheries Service prepared the PEIS to evaluate reasonable alternatives, potential impacts, and proposed mitigation for this action. A link to the draft PEIS can be found on the project website at: http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/permits/eis/hawaiianmonkseal.htm

Public Comment Period: Comments on the Draft Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Actions PEIS will be accepted until October 17, 2011 and can be submitted in writing and mailed to NOAA Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Regional Office, Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Actions PEIS at 1601 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814 or e-mailed to monkseal@noaa.gov.

Mahalo for your interest and participation in the Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Actions PEIS!


To subscribe to the Mea Hulu Mea Hou (Monk Seal News) listserv, please go to http://www.fpir.noaa.gov/PRD/prd_hms_listserve.html


Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Pacific Islands Climate Change Cooperative employment opportunity: Environmental Information Manager

Pacific Islands Climate Change Cooperative Environmental Information Manager position supported by the Hawai'i Cooperative Studies Unit/RCUH/U.S. Geological Survey

The Pacific Island Climate Change Cooperative (PICCC) is seeking an individual experienced in environmental information management to join our dynamic team in Honolulu, Hawai'i.

The PICCC is a partnership organization committed to assist those who manage native species, island ecosystems, and cultural resources in the Pacific Islands in adapting to climate change. Part of a national network of Cooperatives, the PICCC team engages with a variety of local, regional, national, and international agencies and organizations in developing knowledge, strategies, and management tools to address the impacts of climate variability and change.

We are seeking candidates experienced in developing ecological and cultural information and decision-support tools who are familiar with natural and cultural resource management in the Pacific Islands, have successfully worked with multi-stakeholder partnerships, and can develop an information system in support of climate change research and adaptation strategies.

The full job description and application instructions are below.The application deadline is August 22, 2011.


For more information about the position please contact:


Sharon Ziegler-Chong

808-933-0706


For more information about the PICCC please contact:


Deanna Spooner

808-687-6175


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PICCC ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION MANAGER – ID# 11423. Hawaii Cooperative Studies Unit. Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), located in the Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) Pacific Islands Climate Change Cooperative (PICCC) in Honolulu, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.





Minimum Monthly Salary: $3,837/Mon.





Duties: Works in a team environment to develop spatial and relational data applications. Takes a lead role in the development and implementation of a global climate change information system, paying particular attention to the integration of various data sets from the region, implementing technologies to link such data sets, implementing emerging technologies as appropriate and maintaining application platforms. Responsible to keep staff informed of innovative advanced technologies that could be applied within the climate change program.





primary Qualifications:


Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Computer/Information Science (Two (2) years of college course work (strong in computer science) from an accredited college or university with three (3) years related network and application programming experience may substitute for Bachelor’s Degree).


Experience: Four to six (4-6) years of professional work experience in developing GIS applications, spatial databases, and web interface design. Experience should include supervising technical staff, GIS workflow implementation and familiarity with Microsoft desktop and server operating systems.


Abil/Know/Skills: Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Desktop/Server application platform, Microsoft SQL Server, Access, Excel. Knowledge and skills in GIS and related technologies such as GPS satellite remote-sensing and geospatial analysis. Able to develop and deploy GIS and relational database systems, proficiency with JavaScript, Python, Visual Basic, HTML, and SQL. Fundamental understanding of data management principles. Must be able to develop solutions that catalog, integrate and display ecological data in numerous formats from a variety of sources. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Data and Database management skills.





SECONDARY Qualifications: Experience with database management systems, web application development, technical project management, familiarity with field GIS methods and biological monitoring/reporting protocols.





Inquiries: Sharon Ziegler-Chong 933-0706 (Hawaii).





Application Requirements: The preferred method of applying for a job is through our on-line application process. Please go to www.rcuh.com, click on “Employment” and navigate to “Job Announcements/Apply for a Job.” However, if you do not have access to the Internet, you may apply by submitting resume; cover letter including Recruitment ID#, referral source, narrative of your qualifications for position and salary history; names, phone numbers and addresses of three supervisory references and copy of degree(s)/transcripts/certificate(s) to qualify for position by fax (808) 956-5022, mail, or hand-deliver to: Director of Human Resources, Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii, 2530 Dole Street, Sakamaki Hall D-100, Honolulu, HI 96822 before the closing date. Online applications and faxed documents must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawaii Standard Time/RCUH receipt time). Mailed documents must be postmarked by the closing date. Hand-delivered documents must be received by our HR office by 4 P.M. Hawaii Standard Time/RCUH receipt time. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-3100.





Closing Date: August 22, 2011. EEO/AA Employer.

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Hawaiian Civic Club Convention Ads Deadline Extended Until September 16, 2011

Aloha,

We have extended the deadline for the Hawaiian Civic Club Convention Booklet Ads until SEPTEMBER 16, 2011.

Due to requests, we are also looking into offering a limited number of color ad space. Those interested in color ads, please contact us at oahu.ads@gmail.com for a quote.

Please see the updated ad form for additional information. (You can download this document for printing and submission.)

Hoolaha Information 2011 Extended Deadline - Color

Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions at oahu.ads@gmail.com.

As the sales of the ads go directly to supporting the clubs and convention, we sincerely appreciate your help in spreading word about this opportunity.

Mahalo nui!