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Human Resources Officer III, Labor Relations Section, 60073



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Human Resources Officer III, Labor Relations Section, 60073

This listing closes on 4/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Hawaii.

Employer

Hawaii State Department of Education

Salary

$114,823.00 - $162,541.00 Annually

Job Type

Full-time 12-month

Job Number

2025-00662

District / Complex Area

EO / OTM / Labor Relations Section

School / Office

EO / Labor Relations Section

Opening Date

04/01/2025

Closing Date

4/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position %
100%
Position Number
60073

Description

SPECIAL INTERNAL / EXTERNAL


TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED: This position is excluded in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a limited term vicing appointment.


A WRITTEN EXAMINATION/ASSIGNMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO HELP DETERMINE POSSESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES PORTIONS OF THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

Examples of Duties

Under the general supervision of the Human Resources Director, of the Employee Relations Branch, the Human Resources Officer III:


1. Administers and oversees a total state-wide contract administration program for the following negotiated contracts:  Blue-Collar Non-Supervisory (Unit 1), Blue-Collar Supervisory (Unit 2),  White-Collar Non-Supervisory (Unit 3), White-Collar Supervisory (Unit 4), Teachers (Unit 5), Educational Officers (Unit 6), Registered Professional Nurses (Unit 9), Non-Professional Hospital and Institutional Workers (Unit 10), and Professional-Scientific Employees (Unit 13).

2. Develops and maintains a state-wide grievance/arbitration program for included Department employees and a program of technical assistance for Department managers in the imposition of disciplinary action involving included employees.

3. Provides technical direction and guidance to subordinates; reviews and approves staff work in progress and upon completion through conferences, staff meetings, progress and status reports, and submits reports and recommendations to superior for approval and decision.

4. Provides technical labor relations and contract administration assistance to Department personnel by reviewing Department programs for possible contractual implications; recommending alternative actions to conform to negotiated contracts, if necessary; and providing research.

5. Develops and submits the operating budget for the section; reviews and approves expenditures; provides administrative supervision over section; recommends approval of leaves; initiates requests for promotion, transfers, disciplinary and other personnel actions; evaluates and rates performance of subordinates; participates in interviewing and selection of personnel for section vacancies; and processes other personnel actions as needed.

6. Serves as a resource person and liaison to assist the Assistant Superintendent, Office of Talent Management, in communication with other state agencies as requested; performs legislative related duties; drafts memos and correspondences to statewide staff; and participates in work groups as requested.

7. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration with specialization in human resources management, or with specialization in management which includes course work in personnel administration and/or industrial relations.

Experience: Seven (7) years of responsible professional work experience in one or more specialized areas of human resource management of which three (3) years shall have been in an education program, agency or system. 

Combined Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system.

Knowledge: Personnel administration; leadership and group dynamics; organizational change and effectiveness; labor problems; business statistics; principles and practices pertinent to area or areas of assignment such as personnel compensation, the staffing process, collective bargaining and dispute settlement, or employee benefits; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to areas of assignment; principles and practices of supervision and management.

Ability to: Plan, organize and direct functions and activities in the areas of assignment including complex analysis and report preparation, coordination and consultative services, and development of department-wide guidelines and procedures; deal effectively with federal, state, county and departmental officials to accomplish departmental goals and objectives; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines.

Supplemental Information

SALARY RANGE: EOSR-8, $114,832 to $162,541.


Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.


All others will be placed on the first step of $114,832.


NOTE:  Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.  All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range.  However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors.  Such appointments require prior approval.


WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.  


POSTING CYCLE: Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month. 


HOW TO APPLY: All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to applicant.   


Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below. Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner. Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position.


http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiipublicschools


Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment.  Transcripts may be sent by U.S. mail to the Office of Talent Management/EO Recruitment, P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, HI 96804.  


After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application.


EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT: Article 11, Appointments, paragraphs A2b and A2c- "All vacancies for State and District level educational officer positions shall be advertised for twenty (20) days prior to selection.  Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure."  


APPROVED:  


Sean Bacon 

Assistant Superintendent

Office of Talent Management

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

  • Holidays:  Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met. 
  • Vacation:  12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
  • Sick Leave:  12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
  • Health Insurance:  If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
  • Group Life Insurance:  The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
  • Premium Conversion Plan:  Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:  Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
  • Retirement Plan:  The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
  • Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA):  If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
  • Deferred Compensation:  The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
  • Temporary Disability Insurance:  Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
  • Social Security:  As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
  • Workers' Compensation:  If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
  • Union & Collective Bargaining:  Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.

01
INTERNAL APPLICATION QUALIFICATION:
Are you a current salaried employee who is a tenured educational officer or was previously a tenured educational officer in the Hawai`i State Department of Education?
  • Yes
  • No
02
EO HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER III EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with bachelor's degree in business administration with specialization in human resource management, or with specialization in management which included course work in personnel administration and industrial relations or have a bachelors degree and have two years of additional professional human resource management experience? Note: Your educational background should also be included in the Education section of your application.
  • Yes
  • No
03
EO HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER III EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Do you have at least seven (7) years of responsible professional work experience in one or more specialized areas of human resource management?
  • Yes
  • No
04
EO HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER II EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (cont):
If you possess the required human resource management experience, please provide the following information to address your relevant experience:

From the Work Experience section of your application, identify the employer(s) where you gained the appropriate human resource management. Provide the following information.

(a) Employer's name, your job title, dates employed (mo/yr to mo/yr) and the number of hours worked per week.

(b) Describe the primary function of your position and your primary duties and responsibilities.

If you answered "No" to the above question, indicate "NA".

* Required Question

Employer
Hawaii State Department of Education
Website
https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org
Address
P.O. Box 2360

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804

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