Job Details

Overview

Recruitment Number 25-0312 - Department of Transportation / Highways Division.

Salary - $6,043 to $7,351 per month (SR-24, Step D 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.

Responsibilities

Positions in this class perform professional work in planning, organizing, managing, implementing and evaluating projects according to project management principles and methods. Projects managed by positions in this class are complex and require navigating through various issues and project constraints by applying general policies and guidelines. Projects are of a lesser scope and complexity in comparison to those managed by a Project Manager II.

The work involves defining project goals to determine required project outcomes; analyzing and creating detailed project plans that identify deliverables, timelines, costs, resources and potential risk; regularly communicating with project staff, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders on project activities; monitoring project progress to ensure milestones are met on time; developing and implementing mechanisms to evaluate project successes and areas in need of improvement on an ongoing basis; and recommending and facilitating changes to project processes to ensure desired outcomes and deliverables.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Basic Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Specialized Experience: Three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional experience planning, directing, managing, monitoring, and evaluating projects. Such experience must include determining project goals, scope, deliverables, timelines, costs, and resources; leading project teams; administering budgets and contracts; tracking project progress to ensure that milestones are met on time and within budget; documenting project progress; and identifying metrics for project evaluation.

Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please contact the State or refer to the official listing for the full details.

Additional 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-###-#### for assistance.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program 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 visit the official PSLF resources.

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 efficiency and reduce costs. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current and accessible. We will not be responsible if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email promptly.

Testing information: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on evaluation of your education and experience. It is 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 may be required in Hawaii at the discretion of the hiring agency. If required, applicants who meet minimum qualifications and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The referral of qualified applicants may be based on date of receipt of application and other factors.