Hawai'i Natural History Association is a National Park Service cooperating association, a nonprofit organization authorized by Congress to support the interpretive, educational, scientific and historic mission of the National Park Service. Proceeds from the sale of educational items in our outlets in park visitor centers and this Web site are returned directly to the Park Service to support interpretive programs, research projects, museum activities, free publications, cultural demonstrations, and other related activities. We also maintain a small publications program, producing our own books, guides, videotapes, posters and other items.

Please Note: The written Hawaiian language utilizes two special marks: the kahako or macron, and the okina or glottal stop. The kahako is a line over certain vowels, and indicates a stress. The okina looks similar to an apostrophe and indicates a break in the voice when uttering the adjacent vowels. Our technology does not allow us to display these marks consistently and correctly, so we have not used them.

Hawai'i Natural History Association seeks a part-time West Hawai'i Assistant Manager for its sales outlets in West Hawai'i National Park sites. The West Hawai'i Assistant Manager is responsible for the oversight of all West Hawai'i area sales outlet operations: Pu'uhonua o Honaunau NHP, Kaloko-Honokohau NHP and Pu'ukohola Heiau NHS. The Assistant Manger is the link between the Sales/Information Associates and the management team of Hawai'i Natural History Association (HNHA).

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Oversight of all West Hawai'i sales outlet operations;
2. Responsible for merchandising of West Hawai'i sales outlets;
3. Responsible for oversight of business functions at West Hawai'i outlets, including deposits and banking;
4. Responsible for equipment maintenance, supplies and inventory;
5. Prepares requests for purchase orders and required documentation for sales and inventory;
6. Works with Operations Manager to supervise and train Sales/Interpretation Associates; coordinates staff work, maximizes employee performance and assists with hiring of sales staff as needed;
7. Coordinates staff work and is responsible for submitting HNHA staff time and attendance records;
8. Provides support as needed for outlet operations in all West Hawai'i park areas;
9. Works with and communicates with NPS staff and Operations Manager regarding new sales items and ideas;
10. Oversees stock management and inventory;
11. Drives sales results.
12. Depending on the agreement of the Association and the Park Service, the West Hawai'i Assistant Manager may participate in cultural programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND NECESSARY SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of cash registers/point of sales systems, cash handling, and credit card terminals.
• Minimum of three years customer contact and service.
• Experience with personal computers and Microsoft Office.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess valid driver's license and will use own vehicle for travel between work sites.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of retail management, merchandising, inventory management, personnel management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mange multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of Hawai'i's national parks and surrounding areas.

WAGES/BENEFITS:
Starting Wage:	$15.96 per hour
Hours Per Week:	32
Starting Date:	August/September 2010
Benefits:	Medical (inc. drug, dental, vision); paid holiday, vacation and sick leave; employee retirement plan
HOW TO APPLY:
Deadline:	August 6, 2010 (deadline may be extended until suitable candidate is selected.)

Submit completed application and resume to:

West Hawai'i Assistant Manager
Hawaii Natural History Association
P. O. Box 74
Hawaii National Park, HI 96718

Click here to download our Application Form (Adobe PDF)