Program Assistant, Residential

Position: Program Assistant, Residential Life
Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!
* Assist in event planning, maintaining different computer based staff resources, and by performing a variety of administrative functions for the department or within the dormitory.
* Will serve as a guide and role model to promote meaningful learning by interacting with students to foster meaningful engagement and appropriate relationships.
* Supports the implementation of small/large group activities and events as requested or assigned by ensuring materials, equipment, facilities, manpower and other required logistics are identified, reviewed and prepared.
* Assists with the Residential Life student council to guide the development of  leadership skills.
* Provides student transportation in approved school vehicles for on and off campus needs.
** Minimum Qualifications** - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the requirements listed.
* High School Diploma/GED
* Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
* Valid Driver's License.
* HIDOT Minibus certification or ability to obtain within 2 months of hire.
* First Aid/CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 2 months of hire.
* Able to implement logistics to meet program needs and deliver engagement activities as directed by the Dean of Student Leadership and Engagement for small and large groups of students.
* Ability to effectively support the management and supervision of a large number of students and monitor their safety in diverse environments.
* Knowledge and understanding of the development and behavior of applicable (7-12) age children.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and vendors.
* Good organizational skills to manage tasks and time efficiently with minimal supervision.
* Working knowledge of common computer based applications, such as those from Google and Microsoft.
* Flexibility to adapt to change to meet program needs; may require flexible work hours.
* Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with students and staff; must work efficiently in a team environment.
* Working knowledge of Hawaiian culture-based education.
* Experience with implementation and support of student engagement.
* Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture.
* Experience with project development and implementation.
* Skilled in problem identification, reasoning and problem solving that represents the best interest of Kamehameha Schools, the Residential Life department, and students.
* Frequently sits, performs desk-based computer tasks and tasks requiring light or fine manual dexterity.
* Frequently communicates verbally, electronically, and in writing with stakeholders, including the ability to clearly see, hear and speak to aid in the conversation.
* Frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
* Occasionally  ascend/descend multiple flights of stairs throughout the buildings and around campus.
* Frequently twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.
* Ability to lift, move, position, and/or transport 30 pounds.
** Disclaimer:
** The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Kamehameha Schools offers a dynamic, innovative and collaborative work environment for growth-minded individuals who embrace culture and diversity.

Deeply committed to shaping a thriving and vibrant future for Native Hawaiians, Kamehameha Schools aims at finding the right people for the right roles, who bring talent and passion to our mission. Our workforce is comprised of full- and part-time, on-call, and seasonal employees who work in various positions at locations across Hawaiʻi pae ʻāina (group of islands), including three K-12 campuses, 29 preschools, and other regional and support offices.(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).!
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