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Salary: $113,660.00 - $160,893.00 Annually
Location : OCID-ISB-Learning Support Section: 189 Lunalilo Home Rd, 2nd Fl, Honolulu, HI 96825
Job Type: Full-time 12-month
Job Number: 2026-01509
District / Complex Area: EO / OCID / Curriculum Innovation Branch
School / Office: EO / Academic Advancement Team
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 6/25/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Position %: 100%
Position Number: 606677
Description
APPLICANTS MAY BE EDUCATIONAL OFFICERS, TEACHERS AND OTHER QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED: This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a limited term temporary appointment. Probationary service credit and tenure are not granted for temporary appointments.
A WRITTEN EXAMINATION/ASSIGNMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO HELP DETERMINE POSSESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES PORTIONS OF THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.
Examples of Duties
Under the general supervision of the Educational Specialist III of the Academic Advancement Section, Office of Curriculum & Instructional Design, the Educational Specialist II:
1. Provides leadership in the planning, development, and monitoring of Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grant activities. Evaluates GEAR UP program implementation and recommends improvements to ensure conformance to program standards, policies, legal or administrative directions, and state and federal guidelines. Provides leadership and technical direction in the development and implementation of the GEAR UP program initiatives. Maintains administrative and fiscal oversight of the program.
2. Keeps abreast of current and significant research and promising educational programs related to GEAR UP initiatives. Keeps abreast of federal policies and/or regulations and complies with requirements. Coordinates efforts with stakeholders to ensure accountability and compliance with program directives. Develops resources for and provides support to districts, complex areas, and schools, and provides guidance to support the effective delivery of a quality GEAR UP program.
3. Works with community and parent groups and other constituents requesting GEAR UP-related services. Collaborates with state-level personnel and complex area teams to build capacity and coordinate activities, resources, and program implementation efforts. Serves as a liaison between the Department and other state government agencies, community groups, and professional organizations in the area of GEAR UP. Serves as an active member on the Department's cross-functional teams related to supporting the Department's Strategic Plan and other assigned tasks related to the GEAR UP program.
4. Prepares program plans, annual performance reports, budgets, expenditure plans, contracts, memoranda of agreements, legislative testimonies, memos, and other documents as required. Prepares and presents GEAR UP information, reports, and testimony for a wide variety of audiences. Monitors GEAR UP federal funds and matching funds expenditures and documentation.
5. Identifies in-service training needs as related to GEAR UP objectives. Designs and/or facilitates professional development opportunities to provide technical assistance to staff responsible for carrying out GEAR UP programming.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in a subject field appropriate to the area(s) of assignment.
Education Substitution: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or valid certificate license in education plus five (5) additional years of relevant experience in a subject field appropriate to the area of assignment.
Experience: Six (6) years of responsible professional work experience in education of which four (4) years shall have been in teaching and two (2) years in curriculum or program planning, including experience with program development, implementation, and evaluation.
Combined Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system.
Knowledge: Foundations of American education; curriculum design and development; adult learning theory; group dynamics and group problem-solving techniques; project management principles and techniques; tests and measurements; educational statistics; purposes, methods, subject matter and materials pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the area(s) of assignment.
Desired Knowledge: Federal grant administration; equity strategies; research on contemporary, innovative instructional models; and experience with implementing action research processes.
Ability to: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with others to achieve goals. Demonstrated ability to design and implement innovative approaches to school improvement. Strong analytical, communication (oral and written), problem solving, and project management skills are essential. Ability to plan and lead workshops, seminars and other professional-level training sessions.
Desired Ability to: Meet and workshop facilitate, survey development, grant writing, program management, evaluation, implementation and monitoring; business and networking skills; effective collaboration with a variety of constituents to accomplish program goals; effective partnership development with business and community agencies; short- and long-term planning and coordination in the area(s) of assignment; awareness of current and cutting edge research in the related area(s); strong organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and adaptability; ability to meet deadlines; design thinking; innovative family and engagement strategies; growth mindset.
Supplemental Information
SALARY RANGE: EOSR-7, $113,660 to $160,893.
Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.
WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.
POSTING CYCLE: Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month.
HOW TO APPLY: All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to the applicant.
Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below. Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner. Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position.
http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiipublicschools
Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment. Transcripts may be sent by U.S. mail to the Office of Talent Management/EO Recruitment, P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, HI 96804.
After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application.
EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT: Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure.
APPROVED:
Sean Bacon
Assistant Superintendent
Office of Talent Management
Equal Opportunity
The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
Payday
New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.
12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• 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.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several 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.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• 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 is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.
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INTERNAL APPLICATION QUALIFICATION:
Are you a current salaried employee who is a tenured educational officer or was previously a tenured educational officer in the Hawai`i State Department of Education?

• Yes
• No

Required Question