Temporary Hawaiian Community Assets Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description Title: Academic Support (Educational Specialist) Position Number: 0079793T Hiring Unit: Chancellor's Office Location: Windward Community College Date Posted: August 12, 2026 Closing Date: August 28, 2026 Band: B Salary : salary schedules and placement information Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Month Type: 11-month Temporary/Permanent: Temporary - Not to Exceed: June 30, 2027 Other Conditions: To begin October 2026, continuation subject to funding and program needs. Duties and Responsibilities *Under supervision of Chancellor, collaborates across the campus with unit heads, staff, faculty, and lecturers to provide technical, analytical and instructional support on Hawaiian language and cultural knowledge, particularly as related to learning, education, and career pathways with an emphasis on values based decision-making and support. *Consult with cultural practitioners to research and create resources to aid in workshop, classroom and student support activities.

Establish and maintain a record and archive of these materials. *In concert with Freshman Employment Initiative supervisor, Career & Transfer Counselor, and campus student employee supervisors, responsible for professional development of student employees. *Serve as a resource and conduct workshops for faculty and staff based on subject matter.

Assist in development of lesson plans, materials, and activities for the delivery of Hawaiian knowledge based co-curricular materials and resources through the use of the Hawaiian language. Duties may require work during evening and weekend hours, and at off-campus locations. Other duties as assigned.

*Denotes Essential Functions Minimum Qualifications Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Hawaiian Studies or Hawaiian Language, and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for Hawaiian language or cultural based curricular and/or co-curricular materials and resources; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of traditional Hawaiian educational practices and career pathways, 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 educational programs and/or student learning.

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. For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations. Desirable Qualifications Experience in curriculum development in Hawaiian Studies or Hawaiian language coursework, or related fields.

Hawaiian language conversational proficiency. Demonstrated experience in supervising student employees. Knowledge and/or fluency in specific Hawaiian language terms related to careers and career related values and concepts.

Experience in education planning, program development, and evaluation. Experience working with Hawaiian community organizations and non-profit groups. To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the following required documents: Resume; Cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position; Transcript(s) verifying 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.) 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; and Transcript(s) must be attached to receive credit for degree(s). To upload transcript(s), click on "+ Add supplemental attachment" after uploading required attachments. Applications submitted without transcripts will be reviewed based on related professional level experience and/or training.

Please REDACT references to birth date and Social Security number on submitted documents. Letters of recommendation attesting to job performance and personal character are optional. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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Inquiries: Windward Community College Human Resources Office, 808-235-7404. 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. 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. 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/