Human Resources Specialist IV

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Honolulu
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 25-259TO
Department: Human Resources Department
Opening Date: 11/16/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Position Specific Description

Recruitment Number 25-259TO; Human Resources Specialist IV (Classification & Compensation), SR-22D ($5,369 per month) to SR-22G ($6,043) per month)*, Honolulu, Oahu.

*The starting salary may be at a rate between the minimum and maximum salary range listed above, based on qualifications.

NOTE: This is a multi-level recruitment for Human Resources Specialist III, IV & V (Classification & Compensation). See 25-263TO Human Resources Specialist III (Classification & Compensation) and 25-260TO Human Resources Specialist V (Classification & Compensation) recruitments.

Summary of Duties

The position is assigned classification and compensation management work regularly encompassing complex problems and issues. The position independently reviews, analyzes and recommends position classification for the full range and variety of positions; conducts classification desk audits, surveys and studies; researches and develops new and/or revises existing class specifications and minimum qualification requirements; analyzes classes of work to determine appropriate pricing and to provide comments on inter-jurisdictional equal pay reviews; gathers information and responds to salary surveys; conducts organizational reviews and analysis; provides technical advice and assistance to programs and divisions; and performs other duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background in the field of management, education, training or human resources administration may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Experience of a routine clerical nature is not qualifying.

Specialized Experience: Two and one-half (2-1/2) years of professional experience in one or any combination of human resources management functions, i.e., recruitment, placement, examinations, position classification, compensation or wage administration, employee management relations and services, employee development, human resources program development and services, labor relations and human resources research.

Such experience must show the ability to deal satisfactorily with fellow workers and/or operating personnel, to recognize problems in the operation of a human resources program, and to suggest practical solutions, and otherwise to accept responsibility in the field of human resources administration.

Non-Qualifying Experience: Clerical experience in a human resources program involving work which is limited to the application of human resources rules, regulations and procedures in support of the human resources functions described above is not qualifying.

Selective Certification Requirement: Applicants who meet the education and specialized experience requirements as described above, must also meet the following:

Of the two and one-half (2-1/2) years of Specialized Experience, at least one (1) year of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of human resources compensation management which demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of job evaluation and pricing, OR demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with position classification in a government system which may have included reviewing and analyzing position descriptions and an understanding of class specifications.
Substitutions Allowed:

a. Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for six (6) months of the specialized experience.

b. Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for one (1) year of the specialized experience.

c. Possession of a Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for two and one-half (2-½) years of the specialized experience.

*There is no allowable substitution for the Selective Certification Requirement.
Supplemental Information

Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address: Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.

Education: If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your official transcripts at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training or the awarding of the appropriate degree.

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Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following:

• 13 paid holidays each year, and 14 during election years
  
• 21 vacation leave days per year
  
• 21 sick leave days per year
  
• Reasonable time off with pay for jury or witness duty, death in the family, for certain military duty, and for donating to the Blood Bank
  
• Employer contribution to premiums for enrollment in the state sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plans
  
• Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees
  
• Deferred compensation retirement savings plan
  
• State retirement plan for eligible employees

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The above benefits are subject to modification or termination due to changes in statutes, collective bargaining provisions, and/or policies, etc. This summary does not constitute a legal document or contract. Benefits may vary by type of employment and employment conditions.
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Education Requirement: This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or four years of qualifying experience to substitute for the degree (refer to the Education requirement section of the job announcement).
Which of the following statements best describes how you meet this requirement?

• I have been awarded a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• I have 4 or more years of qualifying experience that substitutes for a bachelor's degree. In the Work Experience Section of your application, include a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities where you gained this experience.
• None of the above.

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Specialized Experience Requirement: This position requires three and one-half (3-1/2) years of professional experience in one or a combination of human resources management functions, such as recruitment, placement, examinations, position classification, compensation or wage administration, employee management relations and services, employee development, human resources program development and services, labor relations and human resources research. Such experience must show ability to deal satisfactorily with fellow workers and/or operating personnel, to recognize problems in the operation of a human resources program, and to suggest practical solutions, and otherwise to accept responsibility in the field of human resources administration.

Note: Clerical experience in a human resources program involving work which is limited to applying human resources rules, regulations and procedures in support of the human resources functions described above is not qualifying.

If you possess the required three and one-half (3-12) years of Specialized Experience described above, please provide a detailed description of your professional human resources role, duties and responsibilities and the scope and complexity of the human resources issues you independently handled.
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Selective Certification Requirement: In addition to meeting the Specialized Experience Requirements for the HR Specialist V level, this position requires two (2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of human resources compensation management which demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of job evaluation and pricing, OR demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with position classification in a government system which may have included reviewing and analyzing position descriptions and an understanding of class specifications.

Please explain how you meet this experience requirement by providing the following information:
1) Name of Employer/Company
2) Your Official Job Title
3) Period of Employment (Start-End Dates, Month/Year)
4) Number of Hours Worked Per Week
5) A detailed description of your professional work experience that meets this requirement.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected. Therefore, it is important that you provide the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Do not submit an online or hard copy resume in place of the application or supplemental questionnaire. However, if you choose to submit a resume in addition to your application, be sure it includes the same employment information mentioned above.

• I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.

Required Question

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