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PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR (BWS - CAPITAL PROJECTS) (EM-08) [1 vacancy]



Job Details

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR (BWS - CAPITAL PROJECTS) (EM-08) [1 vacancy]
Salary

$10,211.00 - $13,278.50 Monthly

Location

Oahu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

267234

Department

Honolulu Board of Water Supply

Opening Date

05/05/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Position Information

Calling all Administrative Engineers! 
Head the Honolulu Board of Water Supply's Capital Project's Division
Apply Today!

The Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS), Capital Projects Division is hiring for a Program Administrator (Capital Projects). The position administers the BWS capital improvement program that includes the engineering, design, and construction of waterworks projects and the repair and replacement of existing structural facilities, pipelines, and equipment.

Examples of duties of a Program Administrator (Capital Projects) includes but is not limited to the following:   
  • Plans and oversees division operations for efficiency and cost-effectiveness; 
  • Develops and implements the strategic plan with long and short-term goals for water system requirements in accordance with the Board’s goals and objectives; 
  • Determines division and program priorities to support BWS goals and objectives established by the Manager and Chief Engineer; 
  • Reviews and re-establishes program long and short-term goals as necessary to insure continued execution of BWS goals and objectives; 
  • Directs the preparation of the capital improvement budget request, and may present budget requests to the Board; 
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships and communication with contractors, manufacturers, agents, BWS and other public and private engineers, and other individuals involved with capital improvement projects; 
  • Represents the department by participating in or coordinating inter-agency, inter-departmental, or inter-jurisdictional committees and task forces; 
  • May conduct presentations to the Board, community groups, members of the public and may testify before the City Council on BWS waterworks projects; and
  • Determines the need and develops specific plans for organization or operational changes.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department.  

Additional Job Information

Applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu to be accepted.   

***Salary commensurate with applicable experience: $10,211 to $13,278.50 per month (EM-08),  pending approval and subject to funding availability.***   

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in civil engineering or a related field.  

Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
 

Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your applicable Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit.  Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.  Or mail a photocopy of your documents by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813.  Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Five (5) years of registered professional engineering experience, two (2) years of which shall have been on waterworks projects, including or supplemented by three (3) years of administrative engineering experience.
 
QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE:
For this position, the qualifying experience required in an administrative engineering position must conclusively demonstrate the scope and level of experience comparable to that of section/branch chief level or higher.

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE:
Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must have been of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
 
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
1)  Current registration as a professional civil engineer. 
 
Applicants with a current out-of-state professional civil engineer license must obtain their Hawaii license prior to appointment.

Verification RequirementYou must submit a copy of your professional civil engineer license (Hawaii or out-of-state). Please attach an electronic copy of your professional civil engineer license to your application.  Or mail a photocopy of your license by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813.  Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
 
2)  Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (Type 3/automobile), as required. 

Examination Process

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated.  Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position.  Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score. 
 
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation......................................100%

What are the benefits of being a City Employee?

-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.

-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.

-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.

-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.

-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).

-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.

-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.

-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.

-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item

-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.

-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.

-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.

-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page. 

* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
  • I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
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LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Current registration as a professional civil engineer.

NOTE: Applicants with a current out-of-state professional civil engineer license must obtain their Hawaii license prior to appointment.

Verification Requirement: You must submit a copy of your current professional civil engineer license (Hawaii or out-of-state). Please attach an electronic copy of your professional civil engineer license to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your license by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit..

In which state(s) are you registered as a professional civil engineer? (Include your License No(s)., expiration date(s), and date(s) first licensed)
03
Describe your registered PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING experience.

Indicate the specific position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, and for each position, provide the following information:
  1. your specific duties and responsibilities;
  2. the size of the overall company/organization;
  3. a brief description of the organization/department (list the numbers and kinds of divisions; identify the division/function you worked in and the relative level of your position within the division or function); and
  4. the title(s) and number of employees you supervised.
04
Describe your registered engineering work on WATERWORKS PROJECTS.
  1. Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience.
  2. Describe in detail the waterworks projects you worked on, your role on the projects, whether the work involved design, construction, evaluation and maintenance of waterworks projects, etc., and the length of time you worked on each project.
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Describe your experience where you held an ADMINISTRATIVE ENGINEERING POSITION (i.e., work experience that conclusively demonstrates the scope and level of experience comparable to section/branch chief level or higher).

Indicate the specific position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, and for each position, provide the following information:

1) your specific duties and responsibilities;
2) the size of the overall company/organization;
3) a brief description of the organization/department (list the numbers and kinds of divisions; identify the division/function you worked in and the relative level of your position within the division or function);
4) numbers, job titles, and sections/branches/divisions of the employees you supervised; and
5) a description of the programs you were responsible for overseeing.

* Required Question

Agency
City and County of Honolulu
Phone
808-768-8536
Website
http://www.honolulu.gov/hr/
Address
650 South King Street, 10th Floor

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813

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