HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT V - OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 43,524 - 55,052; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

A state government department in Hawaii is seeking to fill multiple human resources clerical positions. This role involves performing complex clerical work in human resources and may include supervising lower-level clerical staff. Candidates should have relevant human resources experience and demonstrate supervisory aptitude. The position offers a salary between $3,900 to $4,933 per month, with various location options available in Oahu.

Qualifications

• One year of progressively responsible general office clerical experience.
• Three years of experience in human resources settings.
• Some positions may require supervisory aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform substantive human resources clerical work.
• Provide guidance and supervision to lower-level clerical positions.
• Train and develop work procedures for clerical positions.

Skills

Human resources knowledge

Clerical skills

Supervisory aptitude

Professional judgment

Education

Relevant experience in human resources

Job description

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number: 22-0328. There are currently seven (7) vacancies in various locations on Oahu.

Salary: $3,900 to $4,933 per month (SR-13, Step C to I). Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

A 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

Independently performs substantive human resources clerical work that includes a significant proportion of those of a novel and/or unusually complicated nature which presents many possible alternative courses of action and requires use of considerable judgment; and/or performs limited technical assistance work; and performs other related duties as assigned. May also provide guidance or supervision to lower level general clerical or human resources clerical positions, with responsibility for training, developing and improving work procedures and materials, scheduling and monitoring work assignments, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

• Legal Authorization To Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• General Experience: One year of progressively responsible general office clerical experience.
• Specialized Experience: Three years of experience in an office where the work required the knowledge and application of pertinent human resources rules, regulations, procedures and program requirements.
• Supervisory Aptitude: Some positions may require possession of supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is demonstrated through successful completion of regular or special assignments that involve supervisory responsibilities or aspects of supervision, e.g., serving as a group or team leader; completing training courses in supervision; or through favorable appraisals indicating supervisory potential.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.
• For Positions Located at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport: SIDA Clearance – Federal Criminal History Records Check. In accordance with Federal regulations, persons considered for employment in positions requiring unescorted access to secured areas must undergo a pre‑employment fingerprint‑based criminal history record check. Candidates must not have been convicted or found “not guilty by reason of insanity” of a disqualifying offense within ten years from the date of application. The cost for the records check is the applicant’s responsibility.
• Driver’s License: Some positions require possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.

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.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that encourages individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Electronic Notification to Applicants: The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible. We will not be responsible if you do not receive our emails or fail to check them in a timely manner. You may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your account settings.

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. If in‑person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in‑person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.

For further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review, please refer to the official posting.