Program Specialist III: Policy & Project Analytics

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii State Department of Education seeks a Program Specialist III to perform analytical analyses of programs, interpret state laws, and support policy development. The role involves coordinating with staff, committees, and partners to ensure program compliance and effective implementation.

You will assist in planning, budget requests, and developing plans to address program deficiencies, with emphasis on data-driven recommendations and clear reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Progressively responsible professional analytical work experience in program studies and analyses.
• Ability to read, comprehend and interpret complex material such as statutes and regulations and draft reports.
• Experience with developing agency plans and supporting legislative proposals as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists a higher level specialist in segments of major studies or projects.
• Conducts analyses of programs and recommends findings to supervisors.
• Researches changes in state and federal laws and policies regarding programs.
• Interprets and explains program rules and regulations to staff and stakeholders.
• Provides information to committees, agencies, and community groups.
• Develops training plans and assists in budget requests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Policy interpretation

Budget planning

Communication with committees

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hawaii State Department of Education seeks a Program Specialist III to perform analytical analyses of programs, interpret state laws, and support policy development. The role involves coordinating with staff, committees, and partners to ensure program compliance and effective implementation.

You will assist in planning, budget requests, and developing plans to address program deficiencies, with emphasis on data-driven recommendations and clear reporting.