Administrative Specialist Iii And Iv - Lihue, Kauai

Recruitment Number 25-0428

The current vacancy is located in Lihue and is with the Department of Health.

Level III – $5,107 to $6,221 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)

Level IV – $5,527 to $6,728 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)

Note:

Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for all levels for which they are qualified.

The Administrative Specialist aids in getting things done through knowledge of and skill in dealing with organizations, workflow processes, funding, resources, equipment and other tools of management. The focus of the work is in the management of financial and human resources; however, a position in this series also performs key work in several other vital functions such as program evaluation, budgeting, procurement, service contract negotiations, reports management, data processing and related activities.

Level III – Assist a higher‑level Specialist or Officer in overseeing administrative aspects of a program and organization. Duties include managing operational details; providing guidance and advice to component units; overseeing conformance to administrative plans, policies and procedures; and serving as liaison between the program and other offices and agencies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Level IV – Assist a program manager/administrator in developing and overseeing administrative aspects of a program and organization. Responsibilities include providing independent professional administrative support services in managing the program’s fiscal and human resources; and performing other duties as assigned.

• Legal Authorization to Work:
  Citizens, nationals or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Education:
  
  Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  One and one‑half years for Level III, and two and one‑half years for Level IV of business administration, public administration or other responsible professional experience requiring a high degree of analytical skill and involving evaluating and improving managerial policies, systems, work methods and practices and personnel needs.
• Driver’s License:
  Some positions require possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.
• Substitution Allowed:
  Relevant substitutions, as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

The State of Hawai’i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808‑587‑1111 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM:
The PSLF Program is a federal program that encourages individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website.

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail to notify applicants of important information regarding the status and processing of their applications.

TESTING INFORMATION:
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the score is based on an evaluation and rating of education and experience. Applicants may be required to attend in‑person interviews or further testing in Hawaii at their own expense if the position requires it.

Equal Employment Opportunity and other statutory requirements:
For further information about equal employment opportunity, the merit civil service system, citizenship and other requirements, reasonable accommodation, veterans preference, examination requirements, and the State Recruiting Office’s levels of review, please refer to State Recruiting Office resources.

Applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.