Job announcement: CPC in Hawaii

[Scott Miller]

The Center for Plant Conservation, a national organization
headquartered at the Missouri Botanical Garden seeks candidates
for the position of Conservation Project Coordinator for its
Hawaii office, based in Bishop Museum in Honolulu.  This position
is designed for the conservation-oriented botanist and will
coordinate the activities of the five Participating Institutions
(Botanical Gardens) in Hawaii.  The coordinator will be the major
link with the central CPC office in St. Louis.  She/he will support
the Participating Institutions and aid them in seeking funding from
sources in Hawaii and other foundations.

Essential prerequisites include a higher degree in systematic botany
or conservation science, established track record in fund-raising,
dynamic character, good interpersonal and public speaking skills,
and the desire for involvement in preserving the unique endangered
flora of Hawaii.  Must also be able to maintain an active travel schedule.

The Garden offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits
package.  Only those who meet the stated qualifications need apply.
Credentials, salary expectations, and three letters of reference
should be sent to:  Human Resource Management, #31-E10.I, Missouri
Botanical Garden, P.O. Box 299, St. Louis, MO  63166, USA.

Questions can also be directed to Dr. Allen Allison, Assistant
Director for Research, Bishop Museum, P.O. Box 19000A, Honolulu, HI
96817, USA; phone: (808) 848-4145;  fax: (808) 841-8968; email:
allison at uhunix.uhcc.hawaii.edu