Harbor Traffic Controller ; Delegated-Oahu

Recruitment Number

DOT-HAR-2026-06

$3,900 to $4,933 per month (SR-15, Step C to I).

Note:

Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. The starting salary is at the minimum rate of pay advertised.

State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation (DOT).

Applicants must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays.

Controls harbor traffic for the safe and timely movement of waterborne traffic into and out of the harbor, dispatches pilot boats, Deputy Sheriffs and others; contacts shipping agents, governmental agencies and others regarding ship movement; maintains records and logs; and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Meet and deal effectively with people.
• Understand and apply various rules and regulations.
• Prepare reports.
• Act effectively in emergencies.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

In accordance with Federal regulations, persons who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the harbor must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within seven years from the date of appointment.

Upon recommendation for hire, prospective employees will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding seven years. The cost for the records check will be the applicant's responsibility. However, upon hire, the employee will be reimbursed provided he/she submit the TWIC receipt to his/her supervisor.

The 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.

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 accommodation in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call the DOT Personnel Office at  for assistance.

The Department of Transportation will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner.

In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

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. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may…