Student Program Coordinator Jobs in Hawaii (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) First-Year Student Program Coordinator Hiring Unit: Kipuka Native Hawaiian Center Position: *** Casual Hire *** Date Posted: September 1, 2026 Closing Date: September 8, 2026 Salary: $33.00/hour Full-time/Part-time: Full-time Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin October 1, 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days

Duties: Under the general supervision of the Student Development Coordinator of Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center, provides student engagement and peer mentorship support for UH Hilo first-year students in consultation with relevant units in the UH Hilo Division of Student Affairs. Plan, coordinate, and manage the Makamakalehua First-Year program, including the use of student engagement technologies (e.g., Mentor Collective), aligning activities with Kipuka and UH Hilo student success goals through the integration of Hawaii values, 'olelo Hawai'i, place-based learning, and evidence-informed student success practices. Implement a structured first-year mentorship framework that supports student engagement, academic direction, identity development and continued progress toward degree completion, including the incorporation of Hawai'i values, knowledge, and place-based approaches

Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate peer mentors supporting first-year student programming. Coordinate and oversee peer-mentor-led workshops, events, and activities that promote first-year student success and foster connection to place, community, and campus through culturally grounded engagement opportunities, leadership development, and relationship-building. Design and facilitate additional programming that integrates Hawai'i values, 'olelo Hawai'i and place-based approaches in collaboration with the Makamakalehua coordinator team to support first-year student success and foster connection to place, community, and campus through culturally grounded engagement opportunities, leadership development, and relationship-building.

Oversee and maintain data collection for student participants. Work in multiple work settings and maintain a variable work schedule as required. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university and one (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience in higher education or community-based programs with responsibilities for developing and implementing educational, cultural, or community engagement initiatives that support students and/or local communities; or any equivalent combination of education and professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo academic programs, student support services, and campus resources. Demonstrated working knowledge of educational programs, community resources, and organizations serving Hawai'i Island and the ability to connect students with appropriate opportunities and support services.

Demonstrated proficiency in the Hawaiian language. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and standard office software applications. 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 Current 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 First-Year Student Program Coordinator 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