Human Resources Regional Officer II/I, Central District Office,

Salary: $113,660.00 - $160,893.00 Annually
Location : Honolulu, HI 96819
Job Type: Full-time 12-month
Job Number: 2025-04377
District / Complex Area: EO / OTM / Personnel Assistance
School / Office: EO / Central PRO Office
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: 12/10/2025 11:59 PM Hawaii
Position %: 100%
Position Number: 67826

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 Personnel Assistance Branch, the Human Resources Regional Officer II:

1. Serves as the on-site OTM representative for the respective complex areas. Assists the Complex Area Superintendents, Principals, and other school, complex level or district level supervisors of certificated personnel, and certificated personnel in general, to find and implement solutions to personnel problems that impact employees and may hamper school improvement/renewal efforts.

2. Supervises the OTM support staff assigned, coordinates the distribution of referral lists and personnel forms throughout the complex areas; inputs computer data, and assists OTM staff with processing employee fingerprints and Employee Background Checks.

3. Serves in a troubleshooting capacity on personnel administration problems related to pay, classification, salary, conditions of work, benefits, interpretations of Department policies and procedures and other OTM functions.

4. Administers and coordinates specific personnel activities and functions, statewide, as requested; and reviews department documents (project proposals, reorganization proposals, proposed rules, policies and regulations) for contractual implications.

5. Provides assistance and advisory services in the administration of disciplinary actions against department personnel; in the processing and investigation of union grievances; and in the coordination of grievance hearings at the school, complex area, and district level.

6. Helps coordinate the interviews of educational offices within the complex areas, implements employee orientation programs, and conducts training on personnel operations.

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 resource management, or with specialization in management which included course work in personnel administration and industrial relations.

Education Equivalency:
1. Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university PLUS two (2) years of professional work experience which involved responsibility for personnel administration, or cumulative equivalent experience; OR
2. Completion of the Cohort Program (or earlier versions of the Department of Education's school administration training program); OR
3. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university PLUS five (5) years experience in any of the Institutional Analyst classes or any of the Management Analysis & Compliance Specialist classes.

Experience: Four (4) years of responsible professional work experience in one or more specialized areas of human resource management of which one (1) year shall have been in an education program, agency, or system.

Experience Equivalency:
1. Two (2) years of professional work experience which involved responsibility for personnel administration, or cumulative equivalent experience, PLUS two (2) years experience in the DOE Human Resources Officer (Human Res Ofcr) I class, or District Human Res Ofcr I or II classes; OR
2. A master's degree in business administration from an accredited college or university, PLUS two (2) years experience in the DOE Human Res Ofcr I class, or District Human Res Ofcr I or II classes; OR
3. Five (5) years experience as a 12-month educational officer with the Department, PLUS two (2) years experience in the DOE Human Res Ofcr I class, or District Human Res Ofcr I or II classes; OR
4. Five (5) years experience as a school principal or vice principal, PLUS two (2) years experience in the DOE Human Res Ofcr I class, or District Human Res Ofcr I or II classes.

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 the 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 the area or areas of assignment.

Ability to: Provide analytical and technical services in human resource management in the area or areas of assignment; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: HUMAN RESOURCES REGIONAL OFFICER I (TRAINEE; ONLY INTERNAL APPLICANTS MAY QUALIFY AS A HUMAN RESOURCES REGIONAL OFFICER I)

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a 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.

Education Equivalency:

• Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university, PLUS two (2) years of professional work experience which involved responsibility for personnel administration, or cumulative equivalent experience; or
• Completion of the ACE Training Program (or earlier versions of the Department of Education's school leadership training program); or
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, PLUS five (5) years experience in any of the Institutional Analyst classes or any of the Management Analysis & Compliance Specialist classes.

Experience: Two (2) years of responsible professional work experience in one or more specialized areas of human resource management.

Experience Equivalency:

• Two (2) years of professional work experience which involved responsibility for personnel administration, or cumulative equivalent experience; or
• A master's degree in business administration from an accredited college or university; or
• Five (5) years experience as a 12-month educational officer with the Department of Education; or
• Five (5) years experience as a school Principal or Vice Principal.

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 the area(s) of assignment such as personnel compensation, the staffing process, collective bargaining and dispute settlement, or employee benefits.

Ability to: Perform studies and recommend actions based on findings in the area or areas of assignment; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines; learn laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the area or areas of assignment.
Supplemental Information
SALARY RANGE: EOSR-7, $113,660 to $160,893, EOSR-6, $109,017 to $154,321
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 $113,660 for Human Resources Regional Officer II and $109,017 for Human Resources Regional Officer I. .

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: 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.
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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

Required Question

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