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Location : Kaua'i CC, Lihue, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2026-01942
Department: Kaua'i Community College - Continuing Education & Training
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Closing Date: 9/28/2026 4:30 PM Hawaii
Position Number:: 0097121
Description
Title: Continuing Education Specialist (OCET)
Position Number: 0097121
Hiring Unit: Office of Continuing Education and Training (OCET)
Location: Kaua'i Community College
Date Posted: September 4, 2026
Closing Date: September 28, 2026
Band: B
Salary:
Monthly Type: 11 Month
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Other Conditions: Full time, 11-month, general funds, to begin approximately November 2026, pending position clearance, availability of funds, and actual staffing requirements. Renewal of appointment contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Position may be converted from 9 to 11 months or 11 to 9 months based on operational needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
(*denotes essential functions)

• *Under the direction of the Dean of the Office of Continuing Education and Training (OCET), the Educational Specialist is responsible to design, plan, establish, coordinate, and oversee the integrated logistical and support needs of classes, programs, and customized training programs related to the enhancement of workforce skills and workforce development, and events offered by the department while working as a team member to implement departmental and college goals and objectives.
• *Serve as a liaison with local businesses, community-based organizations, and government agencies to identify educational and training needs and promote the services of OCET.
• *Develops OCET curriculum and manages curriculum design and titles. Responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing OCET classes in workforce development, professional development, personal enrichment, youth programs, senior programs, credit to non-credit programs.
• *Coordinate OCET courses. Manages course locations, security, parking lot lights, AV, equipment, teaching materials, etc.
• *Responsible for finances and budgeting for courses/events, financial analysis, and meeting financial goals. Responsible for managing the profitability of class offerings and oversees decision-making regarding the running or canceling of courses/events and contacting participants.
• *Serve the programming needs of population or market segments by using assessments to effectively administer the delivery of courses/events. Responsible for monitoring key benchmarks such as cancellation rates, repeat rates, new program percentages, operating margins, promotion: participant ratio, and average participants.
• *Collaborates with the Grants office to develop grant proposals.
• *Recruits, directs, supervises, and reviews the work of all instructors and class or lab assistants and supervises OCET lecturers and other educational support staff.
• *Markets and promotes OCET offerings and initiatives in the community. With assistance from KCC Marketing Department, develops marketing materials to promote OCET courses and program offerings.
• Collaborates in the coordination of the apprenticeship programs with the union apprenticeship coordinator. Collaborates in the coordination of combined OCET and academic courses and guided pathways.
• Assists in OCET programs, which may include (but is not limited to) Innovation Center, international education, Apiary, Performing Arts Center, and non-credit and short-term programs.
• Assist with report writing, including monitoring due dates for specific projects to ensure project reporting in a timely manner.
• Negotiate sheltered contracts agreements for customized training
• Identifies software and/or other educational support tool needs and makes recommendations to the OCET team and Dean.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Business, Education, Arts, Sciences, Math, or Technology/Workforce development fields and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities in workforce development, educational program support, community outreach, or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of workforce development, educational programming, or related field as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with workforce development, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, and apply word processing software.
• If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
• Knowledge and understanding of providing and coordinating resources for educational courses, programs, and activities.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret financial data, and prepare financial reports, statements, and/or projections.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a multicultural community within a flexible work environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrates experience in education curriculum or OCET program development.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in interpersonal relationships and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates experience in OCET workforce development education programs, program management, sales, and promotion.
• Demonstrates ability to develop and implement teaching strategies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Kauai Community Colleges mission.
• Demonstrates knowledge of career, technical, and general education.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with a variety of constituencies.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with community groups.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively collaborate and work with professional staff and instructional assistants.
• Demonstrates experience writing for grants and supporting programs once grants are awarded.
• Demonstrates experience in the area of traditional and social media marketing.
• Knowledge of Department of Labor workforce programs
• Knowledge of international education programs
• Knowledge of Union Apprenticeship Programs
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports.
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of class programming as well as scheduling facilities, technology, and equipment.

Application Submission
Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the following required documents.
1) Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (Copies of transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.) Transcripts 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.
2) Cover letter including statement outlining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position
3) Names and contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references
4) Resume
All minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of appointment. Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Please REDACT references to social security numbers and birth date on submitted documents. All requested documents/information become the property of Kaua'i Community College and will not be returned. Letters of recommendation may be requested at a later time in the search process. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.
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EEO, Clery Act, ADA
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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.
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In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
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