Education Specialist (Hunter & Conservation Resources) III – Pearl City, Oahu

The State of Hawai'i is hiring an Education Specialist III in Pearl City, Oahu, responsible for coordinating hunter education programs, conducting certification classes, and developing educational materials. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, experience in hunter education, and a valid driver's license. The position requires physical capability to lift up to 60 pounds and adherence to firearm regulations. Salary ranges from $4,858 to $5,918 per month.
Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 22-0636

Salary: $4,858 to $5,918 per month (SR-20, Step D-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

Responsible for conducting and/or coordinating the various hunter education program activities. The work involves coordinating and conducting hunter education certification classes; providing support to volunteer instructors and resolving classroom problems; developing and presenting promotional and informational activities concerning hunter education, outdoor recreation, safety and related information as assigned by a higher level specialis; preparing informational and educational materials to promote the hunter education program; participating in the development of mandated certification courses; and performing other education related program activities 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.

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Hunter Education Experience: Six months of responsible work experience in hunter education activities that demonstrated knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to hunting, basic principles of wildlife conservation and management, types and uses of firearms and other hunting methods, firearm/outdoor safety, and survival/first aid.

Education/Training Experience: One year of progressively responsible professional work experience in a program of training and/or education as an instructor, or other comparable professional position. Such experience must have involved and demonstrated knowledge of basic education or training methods and techniques, and the ability to identify education/training needs and provide instruction to students or groups, and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including speaking before groups.

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

License: You must possess a valid license to drive in the State of Hawaii at the time of appointment.

Lifting and Carrying: Applicants must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds unassisted, and 80 pounds with assistance of another person and/or the use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, hand truck, etc.) for heavier loads, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Firearms Requirement: Applicants must meet all Federal and State regulations pertaining to the carrying, use and possession of firearms and ammunition. Under the requirements of the Federal Firearm Gun Control Act, applicants for these positions may not possess a conviction of domestic violence.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.

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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 808-587-0936 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage 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 click: 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 (email) 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 to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner.? In addition, please be aware that 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 application.

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