Homestead Assistant Ii - Ewa, Oahu

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 25-0477

Department:
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands

Location:

Ewa

This job posting will remain open until 40 applications are received. Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

$4,221 to $5,338 per month (SR-15, Step C to I)

Independently provides information regarding the Hawaiian Home Lands program to the general public; advises and assists applicants and lessees on lease applications, departmental loans, genealogical tracking, and changes in successorship designations; reviews and processes documents such as lease applications, loans, etc.; resolves or assists in resolving problems and complaints about lessees and/or misuse of homestead lands; performs other related duties as assigned.

• Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
  State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Basic Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience demonstrating high degree of verbal skill and ability to read, comprehend, and apply written directions and perform arithmetic computations; may be met from part‑time or unpaid work or high school diploma or equivalent.
• General
  
  Experience:
  
  One (1) year of experience involving reading, comprehending, explaining and applying laws, rules, and other requirements; gathering and evaluating information from various sources; and taking appropriate action in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Public Contact
  
  Experience:
  
  One (1) year of experience involving meeting and dealing effectively with people; establishing and sustaining positive relationships; providing and eliciting pertinent information; gaining the cooperation of others.
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  One (1) year of progressively responsible work experience involving receiving, examining, and evaluating documents and supporting evidence for Hawaiian Home Lands homestead lease transactions; good working knowledge of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920 and departmental policies and procedures.
• Driver's License:
  Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Special Requirement:
  Applicants must be commissioned as a notary public in government service shortly after appointment.

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 808‑587‑0936 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM:
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please .

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The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. 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 .