Program Specialist I (SR-20) (Transit Information Specialist)-NON-CIVIL SERVICE Government Job Dept-EXEMPT-2223-137 Full Time

Please note that this recruitment will close at 4:30 p.m. HST on June 22, 2023
 
Salary rate is determined by collective bargaining agreements or Pay Administration Policy as applicable.
 
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EXEMPT APPOINTMENT (NON-CIVIL SERVICE)
 This posting is for the County of Kaua’i, Transportation Agency
 Recruitment No.: EXEMPT-2223-137

If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact the County of Kaua’i, Transportation Agency at (808) 246-8110 (Monday – Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. HST).  

Plans, organizes and directs activities of programs at the department level; conducts program and operational studies and analyses; participates in developing plans, program evaluation and policy recommendations; and performs other related duties as required.

(SPECIFIC TO THE TRANSPORTATION AGENCY) – Manage, plan, develop, procure equipment, maintain, train, and supervise staff on all general and transit technology, data management, policies, reporting; manage public information for the Transportation Agency, and perform other related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifying work experiences are credited based on a 40-hour work week.

Training and Experience:  A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in public administration, business administration, or a field pertinent to the department’s program and activities; and 

• two (2) years of specialized work experience.

Qualifying Specialized Work Experience: Professional work experience that involved the conduct of studies and analyses of programs or projects pertinent to that of the department’s programs. (Program is in the Transportation Agency)

Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered.

License Requirement: At the time of appointment, the candidate selected for hire will need to possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Knowledge of: Principles, practices and methods of program planning and development; pertinent Federal, State and County laws, codes and regulations; research and statistical methods and information sources; report writing; public relations; project
management methods and techniques; effective organization and staff utilization; knowledge and understanding of department’s programs and activities, operations, processes, regulations, goals and objectives, issues and concerns, policies and procedures.
(SPECIFIC TO THE TRANSPORTATION AGENCY) – the geography of the island of Kaua‘i; principles and practices of supervision and training, strategies of effective communication, delivering high levels of customer service, effective office practices and procedures, Microsoft Office Suite, social media, web site, and familiarity with various technology platforms.

Ability to: Research and analyze issues, data, reports and identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations; plan, direct, organize, coordinate, implement and manage activities and operations for the development of new or revised programs, policies and procedures; estimate, prepare and administer budgets for studies and/or managing projects; interact professionally with various levels of employees, officials and special interest groups; prepare clear and concise reports; communicate effectively orally and in writing; develop and maintain effective working
relationships with others; interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
(SPECIFIC TO THE TRANSPORTATION AGENCY) – plan, develop, maintain, train, and supervise all staff on all general and transit technology-related equipment; prepare, complete accurate reports and standards, analyze data, detect errors and correct
inconsistencies; report to work and make sound decisions under emergency conditions; understand and interpret laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and policies; maintain effective working relationships; deal tactfully and work harmoniously with others.

Test: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.

Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.kauai.gov and click on Employment Opportunities, Job Opportunities Listing.  You will be able to view the job announcement and apply for this position and any position that is currently open.
 

Your application may be rejected if the required documentation as identified above, under “Required Forms and Documentation” is not submitted within 10 calendar days from filling this application.  
 

Direct all inquiries regarding this position to the County of Kaua’i, Transportation Agency at (808) 246-8110.
 

NOTE: Persons selected for employment will be required to pass a suitability background investigation which may include, but not limited to, an oral interview, reference check, drug screening, pre-employment medical exam, psychological assessment, polygraph test, as applicable to the position to their employment.
 

Additionally, persons appointed to exempt positions, employment is considered “at will,” which means that the employee may be discharged from employment by the hiring department head or designee at any time.

Benefits: As a full-time position, this position comes with the following BENEFITS and associated deductions:
 

• Pay Raises: Pay raises are negotiated by the respective union for this position. This position is part of bargaining unit 13, Hawaii Government Employees Association (HGEA).
• Paid Vacation Time: Employees start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire!  14 hours are earned after a full month of service which means 21 days per year!
• Paid Sick Leave Time: Employees start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire!  14 hours are earned after a full month of service which means 21 days per year!
• Paid Holidays: The County recognizes 13 holidays per year as well as General Election Day every other year.
• Retirement: This position is eligible to participate in the State sponsored defined benefits retirement plan. The State of Hawaii Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) is the current retirement plan which requires employees to contribute a portion of their earnings to the retirement plan. Currently, most employees must contribute 8% of their pay to the retirement system.  However, there are exceptions, for example Police Officers and Fire Fighters contribute 12.2 to 14.2%. Please see the ERS website at https://ers.ehawaii.gov/members/active for more information.
• Health Insurance: The County pays a portion of the premiums for employee’s enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. This is managed through the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund (EUTF).  Please see the EUTF website at https://eutf.hawaii.gov/ for current employee contribution rates.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees can increase their take-home pay by having the County deduct the cost of health care premiums, medical and dependent care expenses before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Group Life Insurance: The County provides a free life insurance policy (currently worth $38,505) for active employees for those employees who pass away while employed. For more information, go to the EUTF website https://eutf.hawaii.gov/health-life-insurance-providers/securian/active-benefits/ for more information. Age reductions apply and coverage decreases beginning at age 65. 
• Deferred Compensation (IRC Section 457 Plan): Employees are eligible to join the State of Hawaii Island Savings Deferred Compensation Plan and defer portions of their income taxation on retirement savings into future years. Please refer to the Island Savings website at https://islandsavings.preparewithpru.com/index.html for more information. 

PLEASE NOTE: Benefits are subject to legislative and negotiated changes.