Environmental Planning Lead

beBee Careers is seeking an Environmental Planning Lead in Honolulu, HI, to manage environmental planning projects supporting Native Hawaiian communities. Responsibilities include fostering stakeholder relationships, developing strategies for access rights, mentoring staff, and facilitating community engagement. Candidates need a Master's degree or equivalent experience and at least 10 years in project management, with a strong understanding of Native Hawaiian culture and conflict resolution.
Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Planning Lead to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing complex environmental planning projects with a focus on initiatives that support Native Hawaiian and local communities in Hawaiʻi.
Main Responsibilities:
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with Native Hawaiian stakeholders, ensuring respectful and culturally sensitive collaboration.
• Develop and implement strategies to protect and perpetuate Native Hawaiian access and gathering rights.
• Mentor and train staff in community-based planning practices, emphasizing culturally relevant approaches.
• Facilitate community engagement and conflict resolution, utilizing best practices in communication and negotiation.
Requirements:
• Master's degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management within environmental, cultural, or community planning.
• Previous experience working within Native Hawaiian communities or similar indigenous groups.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Cultural Understanding: Comprehensive knowledge of Native Hawaiian history, including the impact of land loss, population decline, and erosion of cultural practices.
• Community Engagement: Over ten years of demonstrated experience in engaging with Native Hawaiian communities.
• Conflict Resolution: Demonstrated ability to mediate and resolve disputes using Native Hawaiian epistemological approaches within community settings.