Plans, develops, coordinates, and/or directs a county-wide system of services for older adults; conducts program and operational studies, analyses, and evaluations; develops plans and assists in policy recommendations; maintains a system of managing funding and review of federal, state, county, and private grant-aided agencies; and performs other duties as required.
There is one (1) immediate temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 12/01/2028 with the Office of Aging - Planning and Program Development Division in Hilo.
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.
- Conducts research studies to identify the nature and extent of the needs of older adults in a wide variety of areas.
- Analyzes projects, programs, plans, and services of county and other agencies to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and accessibility in meeting the needs of older adults.
- Develops plans and directs programs relating to county-wide services for older adults.
- Writes annual grant applications for the program to include program planning, budgeting, and program narratives.
- Advises and assists grant-aided agencies in applying for grants and preparing related documentation including budgets.
- Recommends approval of requests for funding based on analyses conducted relative to program functions or activities, purpose of funding, and related concerns.
- Advises and assists grantees in establishing standards, guidelines, and evaluation systems for the examination and monitoring of grants and sub-grants.
- Advises agencies on reporting procedures and ensures appropriate reporting.
- Participates in formulating program policies.
- Monitors, assesses, and evaluates the activities of grant-aided agencies or programs to ensure attainment of projected goals and objectives pursuant to project proposals and grant conditions, and adherence to policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations.
- Authorizes program expenditures.
- Serves as liaison between the program and related government agencies.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual statistical reports and is responsible for the maintenance of all program records.
- Provides educational and training opportunities for service providers, caregivers, and the public in general.
- Coordinates and pools existing services and resources to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.
- Participates in service development and project demonstrations as appropriate.
- Conducts advocacy activities on behalf of individuals and the aging network.
- Develops administrative policies and procedures for staff.
- Maintains awareness of federal, state, and county rules and regulations regarding control and distribution of funding.
- May speak before community groups on aging system of services/issues.
- Provides testimonies, submits bills or resolutions, and carries out other efforts relating to appropriate legislative issues as assigned.
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:
- graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
- three (3) years of case management, program budgeting, grant writing, or planning, developing, directing, and evaluating programs dealing with community organizations, and
- possession of a valid State of Hawai'i Driver's License (Class 3) or other comparable valid driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).
Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application).
Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.
Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.
Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.
Knowledge of: nature and process of aging; characteristics of older adults; the particular types of facilities, services, and special needs of older adults; community organizations and resources pertaining to older adults; research and evaluation methods and techniques; grant writing; report writing; and principles and practices of supervision.
Ability to: develop good working relationships with others; communicate effectively orally and in writing; prepare clear and concise reports; apply research and evaluation techniques to evaluate programs, activities, policies, and procedures; analyze facts and information; and identify alternatives for action.
Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
- Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
- Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
- Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
- Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
- County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
- Retirement Plan:The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
- Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
- Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
- Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
- Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
- Credit Union Membership
- Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.
All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:
- an official college transcript,
- a valid driver's license,
- a temporary assignment verification,
- professional licenses, and/or
- certificates.
Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.
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