Job Details

Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.

SUBARU HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST – ID# 225682. 

CLOSING DATE: December 8, 2025, or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended. INQUIRIES:  Masayo Nakajima 808-895-7385 (Hawai‘i). 

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), Subaru Telescope, located in Hilo, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:  $6,833 - $8,333/Mon.

DUTIES:  Leads and manages the Human Resources (HR) function of Subaru Telescope in Hawai‘i. Provides strategic and operational HR support in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, compliance, and organizational development. Works closely with RCUH and Subaru leadership to ensure compliance with Hawai‘i and Federal labor laws, RCUH policies, and organizational goals. Serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and staff, helping foster a positive, respectful, and high-performing workplace culture.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION

Bachelor`s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 

EXPERIENCE

Three to five (3-5) years of professional HR management experience.

KNOWLEDGE

Thorough knowledge of Hawai‘i and Federal labor and employment laws. Familiarity with HR best practices, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, compensation, and benefits administration.

ABILITIES & SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately. Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities. Ability to build trust and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels. Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and applicant tracking systems. Post Offer/Employment Condition:   Must be able to pass a post offer criminal background check. Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months. 

PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS

Post Offer/Employment Condition:  Must be able to work at 14,000 feet and pass a post offer high-altitude medical examination.

POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings.   Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.). 

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:   

Master`s Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business, or related field. Experience in a research, academic, or multicultural organization. Familiarity with or commitment to learning local culture and stewardship values. Ability to work effectively in an international, multilingual, and multicultural environment. Possess a current HR professional certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) List of Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting.If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, please send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/policies-forms-documents/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf for more information on RCUH`s Benefits for eligible employees.

RCUH`s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i. 

RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.