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Recruitment Number 23-0184
The immediate vacancy is with the Department of Land & Natural Resources in Hilo.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 30 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.
PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
Salary: $3,418 to $4,156 per month (SR-13, Step C to H)
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, some positions may require that all qualified external candidates who have been given a conditional offer of employment to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination and shall be fully vaccinated by his/her/their employment start date. A reasonable accommodation will be provided if requested by a candidate and it is determined through an interactive process that pregnancy, a qualifying disability, or a sincerely held religious belief prevents the candidate from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination.
- Duties Summary
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Under general supervision, perform a variety of complex, sub-professional duties in support of professional fishery activities; and/or supervise a small group of fishery aids and technicians; and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
BASIC EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Experience requiring the ability to read, comprehend and apply written directions and a high degree of verbal skill. This experience may be met from part-time and/or unpaid work. There must, however, be evidence that participation was on a continuous basis but not necessarily on a full-time normal work basis. This experience may also be met by: 1) possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; or 2) excess Specialized Experience as described below.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Three years of progressively responsible sub-professional or technical work experience in some phase of fishery biological research, fishery technology, fishery management, fish hatchery management, technical fishery operations, or any closely related phase of the fishery field.
Such experience must have demonstrated the ability to apply knowledge of methods and techniques of a limited range of fishery work; characteristics and limitations of established fishery practices and techniques; incidental, instrumental, laboratory, or manual skills; and the ability to communicate and deal effectively with others; read, comprehend and apply written and oral directions.
The work experience must have included propagation or culture, harvest, research, conservation, or management on fishery resources or to the determination, establishment, or application of biological facts, methods, techniques and procedures necessary for the research, conservation, or management of fishes and other aquatic animals, such as crustaceans and mollusks.
Examples of qualifying work experience:
1. Varied fishing experience which provided knowledge of such factors as fishing gear preparation, assembly and utilization; fish habits and habitats; and fish identification.
2. Fish culture experience (pond or hatchery) on an extensive commercial basis which required knowledge of fish reproduction, care and feeding; and fish disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment.SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
A. SCUBA: Applicants must possess current SCUBA certification in order to effectively perform the underwater activities of this position, which includes knowledge of the physiology of diving and diving equipment, diving safety practices and procedures, and be physically fit and able to dive to depths of 130 feet using SCUBA.
B. Driver’s License: Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.
C. Lift and Carry Requirement: Applicants must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 – 60 pounds unassisted, and 150 pounds with assistance of another person and/or the use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, hand truck, etc.) for heavier loads, with or without reasonable accommodation.The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
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- 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-serviceELECTRONIC 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 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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT – REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions.You must submit verification of your education in order to receive credit (e.g., copy of official transcript(s) or diploma(s) as instructed below). 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.
To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, internships or volunteer experience, applicants must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
Any information you submit may be verified. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office as soon as possible to the following address: State of Hawaii, Department of Human Resources Development, 235 South Beretania Street, 11th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Documents should be identified by the job title and recruitment number.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all of the above.
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (Continued)
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. 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.- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above.
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGMENT – 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 I have accessed the link provided, and have read, understand, and agree to all the above.
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SELF-CONTAINED UNDERWATER BREATHING APPARATUS (SCUBA) CERTIFICATE
Do you possess a current Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) certification?If Yes, please attach a copy of your SCUBA certification to your online application or submit a copy to our office.
- No, I do not possess a current Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) certification.
- Yes, I possess a current Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) certification and am able to dive to depths of 130 feet. I also understand that I must submit a legible copy of my SCUBA certificate as verification.
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SELF CERTIFICATION
In order to perform these underwater activities, applicants must possess knowledge of the physiology of diving and diving equipment, diving safety practices and procedures, and be physically fit and able to dive to depths of 130 feet, using SCUBA. In addition, the incumbent must also obtain scientific diver certification within the probation period.
By answering this question, I certify that I have read the requirement above and presently meet the requirement. I understand that my diving proficiency may be tested by the appointing authority. Failure to demonstrate the diving skill and pass a medical examination to determine physical fitness for SCUBA diving will result in my removal from the list of eligibles for employment consideration.
- I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above information.
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BASIC EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you possess relevant work experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements and/or a High School Diploma OR an equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)?- No
- Yes
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If you answered no to the question above, indicate “N/A’ below.
If you stated that you possess the required Education OR Experience, please provide the following information: (1) Name of the High School and the city and state in which you earned your diploma OR (2) Name of your employer in which you gained your relevant experience, your job title, your dates of employment and a description of your duties and responsibilities which demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements.
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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
How many years of progressively responsible sub-professional or technical work experience in some phase of fishery biological research, fishery technology, fishery management, fish hatchery management, technical fishery operations or any closely related phase of the fishery field do you possess?- No Expeirence
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year to less than 1 1/2 years of experience
- 1 1/2 years to less than 2 years of experience
- 2 years to less than 2 1/2 years of experience
- 2 1/2 years to less than 3 years of experience
- 3 or more years of experience
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If you answered ‘No Experience to the question above, indicate ‘N/A’ below.If you answered YES to the question above, list each employer or position where you gained this type of experience.
The information for each employer should include responses to ALL the following questions:
A. Employer name, your job title, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week.If your employment was seasonal, be sure to provide the exact dates (From-to, month/year) you worked during each season and/or any breaks in employment.
B. Describe this employer (e.g. government agency, university program, volunteer group, internship, etc.). If your experience was gained through an internship or work study program, please indicate if the experience was gained as part of your university studies.
C. What was the primary mission of your agency or organization, the types of services it provided, who were these services provided to (clientele)?
D. Describe the section or department you worked in. List the staff you worked with (e.g., Aquatic Biologists, Research Assistant, etc.).
E. What was the primary function of your position, including your major duties and responsibilities?
F. For each employer, describe in detail your experience, if any, involving:
- Propagation or culture, harvest, research, conservation, or management of fishery resources;
- Determination, establishment, or application of biological facts, methods, techniques, and procedures necessary for the research, conservation, or management of fishes and other aquatic animals, such as crustaceans and mollusks.
Address each area separately and give examples.
G. Provide the job title, duties and responsibilities of your immediate supervisor.
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SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
Have you completed any coursework from an accredited college or university in fishery biology, marine ecology, or other closely related majors?Please Indicate below if you are using the education substitution for the specialized experience requirement.
Your education may not sub for ALL of the required Specialized Experience. Refer to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, Substitutions Allowed (see Link), for more information.
To receive credit for your academic training, attach a legible copy of your OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS to your online application or mail to our office immediately upon submittal of your application.
- I am not using the substitution.
- I possess at least 15 semester credit hours with at least 3 semester credits in the areas specified above
- I possess at least 30 semester credit hours with at least 6 semester credits in the areas specified above
- I possess at least 45 semester credit hours with at least 9 semester credits in the areas specified above
- I possess at least 60 semester credit hours with at least 12 semester credits in the areas specified above
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you have additional information related to this recruitment that you would like us to consider, include the information below.* Required Question
