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Human Regional Resources Officer II This position is excluded from the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a limited term temporary appointment. Probationary service credit and tenure are not granted for temporary appointments. A written examination/assignment may be administered to help determine possession of the knowledge and abilities portions of the minimum qualification requirements. Under the general supervision of the Human Resources Director of the Personnel Assistance Branch, the Human Regional Resources Officer II: Serves as the Office of Talent Management (OTM) representative for the State level offices. Assists the Deputy Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, State level office supervisors and employees to find and implement solutions to personnel problems that impact employees and may hamper school and Hawaii Department of Education (Department) improvement/renewal efforts. Serves in a troubleshooting capacity and provides consultation/advice on personnel matters such as personnel management practices, collective bargaining agreements, disciplinary actions, personnel laws, rules, organizational proposals, classification principles, pay/salary, recruitment, conditions of work, benefits, employee performance, interpretations of Department policies and procedures, and other OTM functions. Helps implement employee orientation programs and new employee on-boarding; and conducts training on personnel operations and processes. Provides assistance and advisory services in the processing and investigation of employee grievances and the administering of collective bargaining agreements. Administers and coordinates specific personnel activities and functions, statewide, as requested; and reviews department documents (e.g., project proposals; proposed or revised policies, rule and regulations; memorandum; correspondences; testimony; etc.) for compliance and consistency with applicable laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements, policies, regulations, etc. Reviews existing personnel programs, policies, procedures, systems, activities and processes as requested to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Determines the need for new plans, programs and activities; and makes plans for providing the required innovations, as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration with specialization in human resource management, or with specialization in management which included course work in human resources administration and industrial relations. Education Substitution: Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university PLUS two (2) years of excess professional work experience which involved responsibility for human resources administration, or cumulative equivalent experience. Experience: Four (4) years of responsible professional work experience in one or more areas of human resource management of which one (1) year shall have been in an education program, agency, or system. Experience Substitution: A master's degree in business administration from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of professional work experience. Combination Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable, as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system. Knowledge: Human resources administration; leadership and group dynamics; organizational change and effectiveness; labor problems; business statistics; principles and practices pertinent to the area(s) of assignment such as personnel compensation, the staffing process, collective bargaining and dispute settlement, or employee benefits; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures. Ability to: Provide analytical and technical services in human resource management in the area or area(s) of assignment; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computers and other business machines. Salary Range: EOSR-7, $113,660 to $160,893. Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All others will be placed on the first step of $113,660. Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval. This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations. Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month. All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to applicant. Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below. Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner. Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position. Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment. After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application. Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure. Equal Opportunity: The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Payday: New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month. 12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits: Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met. Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits. Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees. Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld. Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis. Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits. Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products. Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available. Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program. Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account. Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation. Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for