Student Employment Programs Lead (Casual Hire)

University of Hawaii system; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Hawai'i in Hilo is seeking a part-time Casual Hire Student Employment Specialist to support the On-Campus Student Employment Program. The role involves coordinating operations, supervising student staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Under the Director, you will deliver training, develop communication plans, and maintain partnerships with faculty and community partners. This temporary appointment starts soon and may last up to one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field and 1 year of professional experience in a post-secondary institution.
• Functional knowledge of student employment procedures, career development theories, and applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to plan and execute complex, multi-priority projects and resolve operational issues in student employment.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with students, faculty, staff, directors, employers, and alumni.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including interpreting policies and drafting reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, supervise student assistants, and manage administrative support for students and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Work-Study, General Fund, and employment regulations.
• Provide training and ongoing support to student assistant supervisors.
• Develop and deliver training modules on resume writing, interviewing, and career skills.
• Coordinate the annual Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) awards.
• Update and maintain external job posting databases for students and alumni.
• Build strategic partnerships with faculty, campus stakeholders, and community organizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Project planning

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competency

Confidentiality

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Communications, Psychology, Sociology, or related field

1 year of professional experience in a post-secondary institution

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Applications

Job description

University of Hawai'i in Hilo is seeking a part-time Casual Hire Student Employment Specialist to support the On-Campus Student Employment Program. The role involves coordinating operations, supervising student staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Under the Director, you will deliver training, develop communication plans, and maintain partnerships with faculty and community partners. This temporary appointment starts soon and may last up to one year.