GENERAL PROFESSIONAL III - TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT - DOWNTOWN, OAHU

This vacancy is with the Department of Health. Salary range: $5,107 to $6,221 per month (SR-20, Step D to I). Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, applicant qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Employees appointed to temporary positions may gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months, making them eligible for promotion, transfer opportunities, and other rights and benefits afforded to permanent employees (except return and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force).

About the Role

Positions in the General Professional series perform and/or supervise a variety of professional work activities in support of an agency's program. This may include providing direct services to the public, conducting studies, performing research and analyses, planning and evaluating programs, developing policies, and performing professional administrative support activities.

The General Professional III independently performs moderately complex professional work involving research and analysis to identify problems and recommend solutions in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards, and methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and analysis to identify problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Gather, evaluate, and analyze facts and other pertinent information to resolve problems or determine and recommend courses of action.
• Demonstrate the ability to elicit information orally and in writing.
• Read, comprehend, interpret, and evaluate technical subjects, analyses, or proposals.
• Apply problem-solving methods and techniques, such as defining problems, identifying alternative courses of action, and using judgment to determine appropriate solutions.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports and recommendations for action.

Requirements

• Must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• One (1) year of responsible professional work experience demonstrating analytical skills, including:
  • Gathering, evaluating, and analyzing facts and information to resolve problems.
  • Reading, comprehending, interpreting, and evaluating technical subjects or proposals.
  • Applying problem-solving methods and preparing clear written reports and recommendations.

Relevant substitutions for the minimum qualification requirements may apply. For full details, refer to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, a federal program that forgives the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

Other Information

• The examination for this recruitment is unassembled, with scores based on an evaluation of education and experience. Ensure your application provides a clear and detailed description of your work history.
• In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must be available to participate at their own expense if selected.
• The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Call 808-587-1111 for assistance.
• Applications are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible, as referrals may be based on factors including date of receipt.