Job Description

Salary
See Position Description

Location
Honolulu, HI

Job Type
Full-Time Temporary

Job Number
2024-01681

Department
Kapi'olani Community College - Office for Student Affairs

Opening Date
08/21/2024

Closing Date
9/8/2024 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:
0078183T

University of Hawai‘i, Kapi‘olani Community College, Student Affairs Department is seeking applications for the Educational Specialist for Native Hawaiian Career & Technical Education Program. Please see the information about the position, the duties and responsibilities, the minimum and desirable qualifications, and the job application attachments below:  

Title: Academic Support (Educational Specialist)        

Position Number: 0078183T

Hiring Unit: Student Affairs  

Location: Kapi‘olani Community College    

Date Posted: August 21, 2024

Closing Date: Septemeber 8, 2024, 11:59 PM HST   

Salary:  salary schedules and placement information

Additional Information: Pay Band B

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary  

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time          

Funding: Federal

Other Conditions: Federally funded position, pending position clearance, availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and program needs.

Introduction:  

Native Hawaiian Career & Technical Education Program (NHCTEP) is responsible for providing support to ensure Native Hawaiian students who are pursuing degrees in Career Technical Education (CTE) programs to both graduate and find employment in their chosen fields. The Educational Specialist is responsible for coordinating the NHCTE program and working collaboratively with other APT and faculty employees who support Native Hawaiian student participation in CTE programs. This position provides direct support to the student beneficiaries and is critical to meeting grant reporting requirements for the U.S. Department of Education Native Hawaiian CTE Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Educational Specialist is responsible for administering the federally funded Native Hawaiian Career & Technical Education Program (NHCTEP).

• Working in close cooperation and collaboration with College colleagues, administrators, community leaders, industry and workforce resources, and current and potential program users.

• Develop instructional programs and support services (e.g., service-learning opportunities, practicum/internship, seminars, or cooperative education) integrating Hawaiian values and culture to promote programs and professions in CTE and A&S education.

• Provide student support services including, but not limited to recruitment, screening, orientation, advisement, monitoring/supporting, and transitioning grant participants into gainful employment or continuing education.

• Responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of program operational strategies and event plans, and strategies including staffing requirements and plans, budget expenditures and management, and program space and equipment.

• Identify areas for continuous improvement as noted by the program review.

• With delegated authority from the Principal Investigator, supervises program staff in the performance of their duties to achieve the project deliverables.

• In collaboration with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, conducts data collection against established program goals and objectives, for periodic and special program and/or grant reports, for program review/assessment based on grant indicators.

• Serve as the program's liaison to the College, ALU LIKE Inc., other educational institutions (secondary and post-secondary), government, industry, community and cultural/special interest groups, and employers.

• Assists the Principal Investigator with post-award management with ALU LIKE Inc., including the preparation of periodic budget reports, spending plans, no-cost extension requests, and supplemental funding requests. Works collaboratively with the Business Office and Grants Office to ensure project account actions are prepared and authorized in myGRANT, KFS, and the RCUH Financial systems. 

• Attend meetings representing the NHCTEP and College.

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Counseling, Psychology, Family Resources, Human Development, Business Administration, Student Personnel Services, CTE, Arts & Sciences, or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for Counseling, Psychology, Family Resources, Human Development, Business Administration, Student Personnel Services, CTE, Arts & Sciences, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

• Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of Student Affairs and student support as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.

• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with Student Affairs and student support.

• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner. 

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials. 

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals. 

• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

• Demonstrated professional experience working with Native Hawaiian communities.

• Demonstrated professional experience in grant management, evaluation, budget management and and report writing.

Desirable Qualifications

• Possession of a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Family Resources, Human Development, Business Administration, Student Personnel Services, CTE, Arts & Sciences, or related field 

• Extensive experience working with diverse student populations, specifically indigenous populations, that include at-risk, socio-economically disadvantaged, under-represented, and/or non-traditional students.

• Experience in working with computerized information management technology.

• Working knowledge of community colleges, their student services, career and technical educational opportunities, and workforce development programs.

• Grants administration experience managing federally sponsored activities. 

• Demonstrated previous experience with the Kuali Financial System, myGRANT, RCUH Human Resources and Financial Portals. 

• Evidence of commitment to Kapi‘olani Community College’s vision of positioning itself as a model indigenous serving institution whose graduates strengthen the social, economic, and sustainable advancement of Hawai‘i and the world.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED (Read the"To Apply" section carefully)

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:

1. Cover letter;

2. Resume;

3. The names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references; and

4. Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

• Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted 

• Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted

Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.

NOTE:  

• The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered.  All requested documents/information become the property of Kapi‘olani Community College and will not be returned.

• Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.).

• Applications lacking copies of transcripts will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date.

• If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries: Kapi'olani Community College, Human Resources Department, kapcchr@hawaii.edu

EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.  For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, please refer to the following link: http://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/eeo-coordinators/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

In accordance with Article 10 of Unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.  Determination of requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link: 

www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/ 

Kapi'olani Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, or disability in its programs and activities. For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, contact Section 504 Coordinator, (808) 734-9575, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 'Ilima 209, Honolulu, HI 96816; Title IX Coordinator, (808) 734-9542, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 'Iliahi 116   

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