Curriculum Development Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description *** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave)

Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees. Title: (CASUAL) Hoolana Curriculum Developer Hiring Unit: Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center Position: ***Casual Hire*** Location: UH Hilo Date Posted: June 25, 2026 Closing Date: July 2, 2026 Salary: $51/hour Full time/Part time: Full-time (40 hours/week) Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin July 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.

Duties: Under the general supervision of the Director of the Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center at the University of Hawaii at Hilo, this position supports the development and implementation of Hawaiian language and cultural curriculum as part of the Hoolana Program. This position plays a key role in enhancing student engagement and academic success for Native Hawaiian students. Develop and implement Hawaiian language and culturally grounded curriculum and supporting materials for Hoolana program events for staff and students.

Coordinate and provide cultural curriculum development support and training for Kipuka staff to carry out Hoolana program events. Provide cultural expertise, knowledge, and guidance to ensure the cultural integrity of all Hoolana Program events and activities. Assist in the development of the academic year master schedule for Hoolana engagement events, ensuring alignment with Native Hawaiian cultural values and educational goals.

Assist with the coordination and facilitation of culturally grounded workshops as part of the overall program curriculum. Assist in the development of evaluation tools to assess student and staff learning and program outcomes. Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the goals of the Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center and the Hoolana Program.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited university and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for curriculum development or program design incorporating Hawaiian language and culture; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. Proficiency in Hawaiian language. Experience in developing Hawaiian cultural curriculum.

Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo programs and services. Previous experience working in a higher education institution. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

Desirable Qualifications: Possession of Master's degree in any field from an accredited university. Fluency in Hawaiian language. To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.

A complete application must include: Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met Resume Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment). Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies.

Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant

All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account. Inquiries: Hualani Loo, loorache@hawaii.edu Please refer to the Hoolana Curriculum Developer Casual Hire when making inquiries

EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/ Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.