Housing Development Specialist

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

This position is responsible for aiding in all phases of housing development including location of housing sites, preparation of feasibility studies for the site, master plan preparation, processing the required governmental applications and permits, construction of housing units, and coordination with Property Management & Maintenance Services Branch and the Office of the Executive Director.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Required Licenses, Certificates, etc.: Driver’s license preferred.

Professional Licenses or Certificates, etc.: Other professional licenses or certificates (law, architectural, engineering, real estate, etc.) although not required, are positively considered.

Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor’s degree and major preferably in business administration, finance, real estate, engineering, or architecture.

Substitution: In lieu of education, work experience may be substituted. For work experience to qualify in lieu of education, the applicant’s overall applicable work experience must have a similar scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she can perform the duties and responsibilities for which he/she is being considered, e.g., must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Experience: One (1) year of experience in infrastructure and/or property/housing development, such as project management or coordination; construction management; construction superintendent; project and/or warranty inspection; property management; and real estate and/or other property/housing development.

Note: These positions are exempt non-civil service and are on continuous recruitment until filled. HPHA is an equal opportunity employer.  We offer competitive compensation package with added benefits with the State of Hawaii.  Salary range is commensurate with training and experience.

For consideration, you may submit or email a cover letter, a completed State of Hawaii Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment HRD 278 (see link below), and a detailed resume to:

Email: hphajobs@hawaii.gov

The State of Hawaii Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment, HRD 278 may be accessed online at http://humanservices.hawaii.gov/application-for-non-civil-service-appointment/