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Recruitment Number 23-0729
This vacancy is with the Department of Agriculture, Quality Assurance Division in Halawa.
Salary: $4,539 to $5,744 per month (SR-19, Step C to I)
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications, and other relevant factors.A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii’s Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.
- Duties Summary
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The Measurement Standards Inspectors enforce the State’s measurement standards program to assure that equity prevails in all commercial transactions involving determinations of quantity, to detect fraud and misrepresentation, to discourage unfair competition, and to promote consumer confidence in the marketplace.
Performance of work involves the application of laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines pertaining to weights and measures, packaging and labeling, and petroleum products.
The Measurement Standards Inspector V is the senior worker level in the series. Positions in this class independently perform the full range of journey level work involving inspections, tests, examinations, and other activities of the State’s measurement standards program, including the investigation of complaints of unusual and unprecedented nature, liaison, public contact, and work planning activities; and performs other related duties as assigned; and performs other related duties as assigned.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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To qualify applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Basic Education/Experience: Graduation from high school with coursework in basic algebra and English or One year of work experience which demonstrated the ability to read, comprehend and apply technical material of average difficulty; express oneself orally in a clear and direct manner; perform mathematical processes including ratios, percentages and solving equations; and prepare written reports of activities.
Specialized Experience: Four (4) years of technical work experience in the inspection and testing of weighing and measuring devices, and examination of packages for conformance with measurement standards, specifications, tolerances or other requirements requiring knowledge of governing laws, rules and regulations, inspectional procedures and methods of testing and calibrating weighing and measuring devices.
At least one year of the experience must have been comparable in difficulty, scope and depth to the work experience of a Measurement Standards Inspector IV in State service.
The Measurement Standards Inspector IV in State service is the journey worker level in the series. Positions in this class independently perform the full range of inspections and testing of all commercially used weighing and measuring devices for conformance with established specifications, tolerances and governing rules; examination of packaged commodities for quantity content through application of prescribed statistical methods and procedures; quality determination on petroleum products in the field; investigations and issuance of citations for non-conformance with established specifications, tolerances, and other technical requirements; and provide assistance to commercial establishments on maintaining weighing and measuring devices according to requirementsSubstitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.
Special Requirements:
A. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.
B. Applicants must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted, and 75 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, 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 (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as instructed below) 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 an 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, or volunteer experience, you 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 at: State of Hawaii Department of Human Resources Development, 235 South Beretania Street – 11th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.
Note: If you previously submitted supporting documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, driver’s license, etc.) to our office, you do not need to re-submit them.- 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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MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)A link to the Minimum Qualification Requirements has been provided in the job announcement. Please review the requirements in their entirety.
- I acknowledge that I have accessed the link provided, and have read and understand the Minimum Qualification Requirements in their entirety.
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BASIC EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Did you graduate from high school with coursework in basic algebra and English or do you possess one year of work experience which demonstrated the ability to read, comprehend and apply technical material of average difficulty, express oneself orally in a clear and direct manner, perform mathematical processes including ratios, percentages and solving equations, and prepare written reports?- Yes
- No
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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you possess at least FOUR (4) YEARS of specialized experience of which ONE (1) YEAR is comparable in difficulty, scope and depth to work experience at the next lower level in the State service as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?- Yes
- No
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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (continued)
If you answered ‘NO’ to Question 5, indicate ‘N/A’ below.
If you answered ‘YES’ to Question 5, please list all employers/positions where you obtained the relevant work experience.Include the following information:
A. The name of your employer, your official job title, complete dates of employment (month/year to month/year), and number of hours worked per week performing duties.
B. A brief description of this employer (government agency, private employer, self-employment/contract, etc.), the type of services provided, and the clientele served.07
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (continued)
If you answered ‘NO’ to Question 5, indicate ‘N/A’ below
If you answered ‘YES’ to Question 5, please provide the following information for EACH employer/position listed.
A. What was the primary function of your position? What were your major duties and responsibilities? Avoid using vague terms such as “tested,” “checked,” etc. Instead be specific in the description of your duties and responsibilities.
B. Describe this experience, if any, with each employer as it involved each of the areas below. Treat each area separately, include your specific role, the steps you took and what happened as a result. Give representative examples.1) Inspection and testing of weighing and measuring devices. What did you inspect and test? What is involved? What did you look for?
2) Examination of packages for conformance with measurement standards, specifications, tolerances. What guidelines or standards did you use? What happens if it is not in conformance with measurement standards?
3) Other requirements requiring the knowledge of governing laws, rules and regulations. What kinds of laws, rules and regulations did you follow?
4) Inspectional procedures. What steps did you take?
5) Methods of testing and calibrating weighing and measuring devices. What method(s) did you use? What did you look for?
C. How did you gain the knowledge and skills required to perform the duties described in (1) through (5) above?
D. Please describe your supervisory experience, if any. Include dates, number and titles of positions supervised, and a description of your supervisory duties.
E. How did your duties and authority differ from your supervisor? Whom did you report to? Who reported to you? What decisions were you authorized and not authorized to make?
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PARTIAL SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
If you are using an allowable substitution of education for experience, you must provide a copy of your transcripts identified by job title and recruitment number. Which of the following allowable substitutions do you possess?
Your education may not sub for all of the required Specialized Experience. Please refer to the Minimum Qualification Requirement Document under Substitutions Allowed for more information.
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in the physical or biological sciences which required specific knowledge of the operations and functions of components of electro-mechanical machines and systems.
- Successful completion of a technical school or community college program of at least one year duration involving electro-mechanical machines and systems.
- I am not using the allowable substitution.
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