ABSTRACTOR VII (HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE) - DOWNTOWN, OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 52,876 - 66,870; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Hawaii seeks an Abstractor VII to supervise a team in land title examinations and prepare abstracts. The role requires proficiency in the Hawaiian Language, along with significant experience in analyzing property ownership records. Ideal candidates will have supervisory aptitude and the ability to handle physical tasks. With a monthly salary range of $4,738 to $5,992, this position offers a unique opportunity to work within the state's legal framework.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, write, and read the Hawaiian Language in addition to English.
• Two years of experience in preparing, reviewing, and extracting information from legal documents.
• Three years of experience in examining and analyzing real property ownership records.

Responsibilities

• Supervise abstractors in land title examinations.
• Prepare abstracts of land title information.
• Participate in searching legal documents.

Skills

Knowledge of Hawaiian Language

Document Review and Analysis

Strong Communication Skills

Job description

Recruitment Number 23-0676

Salary: $4,738 to $5,992 per month (SR-17, Step C to I).

Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

The Abstractor VII supervises a group of abstractors engaged in land title examinations and in preparing abstracts of land title information to determine ownership of land; assigns land title examinations and reviews completed work for accuracy and completeness; participates in searching legal documents; supervises a staff engaged in writing Certificates of Title and preparing title reports; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Legal Authorization To Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State to be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Special Language Requirement: Applicants MUST possess knowledge of and the ability to speak, write and read the HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE in addition to the English Language, as you will be required to read historical land documents and non-technical material written in the Hawaiian Language. If you do not possess this requirement, your application will be rejected.

General Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible work experience involving one or a combination of the following:

• Preparing
• Reviewing
• Extracting information from legal documents and/or records dealing with real property ownership or transactions.

Specialized Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience involved in the examining and analyzing of real property ownership records and documents to determine and evidence title to real property.

Special Requirements: Applicants must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds unassisted with or without reasonable accommodations.

Supervisory Aptitude: Supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. This requirement will be considered met when there is strong affirmative evidence of the necessary supervisory abilities and/or potential.

Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.

No substitution for the Hawaiian Language requirement.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS: The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications.

TESTING INFORMATION: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In‑person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.