Job Details

Program Development Specialist (HR Specialist II)

The Department of Human Resources (DHR), Personnel Development and Training Branch, has an anticipated vacancy for a Program Development Specialist (HR Specialist II) in Honolulu. Under the supervision of the Branch Chief, this position assists and participates in City-wide personnel development and training activities/projects.

What You'll Do

• Assist and participate in the planning, development, and coordination of long-range training plans and programs.
• Identify and recommend the types of activities and priorities necessary to meet the training needs of the City.
• Review and evaluate the programs, projects, training, and development activities.
• Develop and apply methods for testing and evaluating training programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and conduct training programs.
• Assist with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of apprenticeship program and student internship program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Work Requirements

• Attend morning, evening, and weekend events as needed.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Applications must be submitted online by September 27, 2025, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted. Some notifications will be sent via email. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you: use a valid email account; verify your email address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account; are subscribed to email notices; check your spam folders; and add ...@honolulu.gov and ...@governmentjobs.com to your contact list. Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Education Requirement: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree. Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.

The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, proper documentation, e.g., a foreign credential evaluation (FCE), must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Experience Requirement: (a) one year of professional human resources management work experience or other responsible professional work experience which required substantial use of analytical skill and involved gathering, evaluating and analyzing facts and other pertinent information required to resolve problems and/or to determine and recommend appropriate courses of action; reading, comprehending, interpreting and evaluating technical subjects, analysis or proposals; and applying problem solving methods and techniques, such as defining and analyzing problems, identifying alternative courses of action, using judgment in determining appropriate alternatives; and preparing clear and concise written reports and recommendations for action; OR (b) six months of professional experience in talent development, adult education, and/or program development in a large organization, which involved developing, administering and/or presenting/facilitating training.

A Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or Public Administration from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the general professional human resources management or other responsible professional analytical work experience listed in part (a) of the Experience Requirement. The Master's degree cannot be used to substitute for part (b) of the Experience Requirement. The substitution must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, proper documentation, e.g., a foreign credential evaluation (FCE), must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Valid driver's license (Type 3/automobile), as required.

Examination Process

Education and Experience Evaluation: In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score. Examination Weight: Education and Experience Evaluation 100%

What are the benefits of being a City Employee? -- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year. -- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year. -- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years. -- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development. -- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP). -- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees. -- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement. -- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required. -- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item -- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates. -- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available. -- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral. -- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page. * All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.