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Recruitment Number 21-0562 – This vacancy is with the Dept. of Land & Natural Resources (DLNR)THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 25 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
Engineer IV – $6,351 to $6,887 per month (SR-24, Step C to H, Salary includes Shortage Category Differential)
Engineer V – $6,859 to $7,441 per month (SR-26, Step C to H, Salary includes Shortage Category Differential)
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications, and other relevant factors.
As a condition of employment with the State of Hawaii all qualified candidates who have successfully completed and passed the recruitment process, must show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination at the time a conditional offer of employment is made. Departments will consider reasonable accommodations if requested by a candidate and it is determined through an interactive process that pregnancy, a qualifying disability, or a sincerely held religious believe prevents the candidate from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination.
WIKIWIKI HIRE PILOT PROJECT
Wikiwiki Hire is an additional and faster way you may be considered for specific job vacancies. To participate, you must meet the minimum qualification requirements and public employment standards of the class of work or position. You must be an active candidate on the eligible register in order to be interviewed and considered for an appointment. If you qualify for Wikiwiki Hire, more information about this program will be included with your Notice of Examination Results and Eligibility.
- Duties Summary
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The Engineer IV performs difficult and complex professional engineering work in the planning, design, construction, maintenance and/or operation of specialized engineering projects; or plans and conducts research, development or other work in a specialized engineering field for the purpose of improving, extending or validating precedents, data, methods or techniques; and performs other related duties as assigned.
The Engineer V performs work characterized by many, varied complex features due to the breadth, diversity, or intensity of assignments. They plan and conduct work for which precedent criteria or techniques are inadequate or are controversial. They work as specialists in a technical field, and may perform staff advisory services for an engineering organization. They apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in a broad area of assignment and related fields. They perform advanced work in their engineering field and provide technical guidance on critical problems or projects of a highly specialized nature. As a supervisor, the engineer reviews work prepared by other professional engineers or by contract architect-engineer firms.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for ALL levels for which they are qualified.
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Professional License: Applicants MUST POSSESS a valid State of Hawaii Professional Engineer license AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
For information on obtaining a State of Hawaii Professional Engineer license, please visit the following website: http://www.hawaii.gov/dcca/areas/pvl/boards/engineer
Basic Education: A bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering from an accredited four-year college or university. Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.
Engineering Experience: Three (3) years for Level IV and four (4) years for Level V, of progressively responsible professional engineering experience. At least one (1) year of Engineering Experience must have been comparable to the next lower level.
Supervisory Aptitude or Staff Advisory Experience:
Level V requires supervisory aptitude or potential rather than actual supervisory experience. Staff advisory experience is professional engineering experience as technical expert in a specialized area or program function performing staff advisory, consultative and/or reviewing the work of staff or specialist assigned to such activities as long-range planning, research and/or development of specific projects, programs, etc. Experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements (click link below) will apply.Driver’s License: Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.
Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements (click link below), will apply.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
07004-07005:011712:13-23:AK - Other Information
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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 808-587-0936 for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is 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 click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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 operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner.
In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore 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 in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in-person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office’s Levels of Review.
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YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI’I
The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur.
A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below.Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview.
With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service.
Paid Holidays
You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Paid Vacation
You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match – 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
Paid Sick Leave
You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation – 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
Other Leaves
Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
Health Insurance
The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee’s enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
Group Life Insurance
The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
Retirement Plan
The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
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.
Transportation Benefits
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Deferred Compensation
The State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of 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.
Promotions & Transfers
For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
Training & Continuing Education
The State supports developmental activities related to an employee’s work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
Travel Expenses
The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
Incentive & Service Awards
The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
Union & Collective Bargaining
Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee’s job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.
CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaii’s Benefits At-A-Glance.
The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Revised 01/13
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT-REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.Please read the following information carefully.
The Department of Human Resources Development (DHRD) and the hiring agency will use the information provided by the applicant to determine whether the applicant meets the Minimum Qualification Requirements (MQRs) and/or the final score as applicable. Failure to provide complete and detailed information may result in the application being delayed, rejected, or a lower score.
A. At a minimum, applicants must submit the following:
1) A Cover letter; 2) Detailed resume; 3) List of recent professional reference; and 4) Submit/attach a word document of your responses to the required Supplemental Question(s) below.
B. The resume must include each employer’s name, complete employment dates (start/end and month/year), your job title and a detailed description of your job duties with the employer as they directly address each of the Requirements.
C. You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as directed, non-official documents will not be accepted) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at a regionally accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
D. To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, applicants must submit an official letter of verification from the employer. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked per week, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
E. Applicants must meet all Minimum Qualification Requirements (MQRs), as of the date of application.In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years.F. Any information you submit may be verified.
G. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide complete and accurate information which will clearly substantiate whether the applicant meets the MQRs.
H. Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility so as to conclusively demonstrate that the applicant has the ability to perform the duties of the position being sought.
I. Supporting documents must be electronically attached to your application.
J. The applicant hereby certifies that the information provided to DHRD and the hiring agency is complete, accurate, and true to the best of his/her knowledge. Any misstatement of fact provided during the application or selection process may result in corrective action, including termination from service.- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
(COMPLETE INFORMATION AND DETAILS)
The information provided in the job announcement represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. A live link to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements was provided to me in the job announcement.- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above.
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STATE OF HAWAII PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (PE) LICENSE REQUIREMENTDo you possess a State of Hawaii PE license?
NOTE: If you do not possess a Hawaii State license, you will NOT meet the MQRs for this position.By answering ‘Yes’, you understand and agree that you will submit verification of such licensure at the time of application.
You may access the following address for information regarding application for State of Hawaii PE licensure:
http://www.hawaii.gov/dcca/areas/pvl/boards.engineer- Yes
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PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (PE) LICENSE REQUIREMENT
If you possess a State of Hawaii Registered Professional Engineer (PE) License, please provide the following information (if none state ‘N/A’):A. License Number
B. Issued by
C. Date Issued
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BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Do you possess a bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering from an accredited college or university OR a degree in physics, mathematics, or chemistry with 15 credits of qualifying engineering science coursework as stated in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?By answering ‘Yes’, you understand and agree that you will submit verification of such education at the time of application. If you have not done so previously, please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL DIPLOMA and/or OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS to your online application or send a copy to our office as soon as possible.
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ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you possess the required PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE of THREE (3) YEARS experience to meet Level IV and/or FOUR (4) YEARS experience to meet Level V and possess supervisory aptitude as described in the complete MQRs?Important Note: Please read the complete MQRs to ensure that your resume will clearly address ALL facets of each Requirement. Address qualifying professional engineering experiences described in examples listed A through F of the Minimum Qualification Requirements. Failure to specifically address ALL facets of ALL the Requirements may result in your application being delayed or rejected.
By answering ‘Yes’ to this question, you verify that you have accessed the link provided in the job announcement, read the complete MQEs, and this Important Note. You also agree that your resume will clearly substantiate you meet each Requirement and that failure to do so may result in your application being delayed or rejected.
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SUPERVISORY APTITUDEDo you possess the required Supervisory Aptitude for Level V as described in the complete MQRs?
Important Note: Please read the complete MQRs to ensure that your resume will clearly address ALL facets of this Requirement. Failure to specifically address ALL facets of this Requirements as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, may result in your application being delayed or rejected.By answering ‘Yes’ to this question, you verify that you have accessed the link provided in the job announcement, read the complete MQRs, and this Important Note. You also agree that your resume will clearly substantiate you meet this Requirement and that failure to do so may result in your application being delayed or rejected.
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SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Will you be substituting graduate-level education for part of the required Engineering Experience as described in the complete MQRs?By answering ‘Yes’, you understand and agree that you will submit verification of such education at the time of application, in order to receive credit. Please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL DIPLOMA and/or TRANSCRIPTS of your Master’s degree in a pertinent engineering field from a school of engineering, to your online application or send a copy to our office as soon as possible.
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