Training and Experience : A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to: graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and four (4) years of responsible professional or analytical experience which required the formulation and implementation of procedures and/or policies of significant scope. Such experience shall have included or shall have been supplemented by work experience involving transportation planning or activities related to the development or implementation of transportation programs, and possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at the time of hire). Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.) Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of : Federal, State, and County laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to transportation, transportation safety, and related programs, bus systems (mass transit, school bus, or tour bus services) activities, and vehicles, occupational hazards and safety laws, rules and practices, principles and practices of public administration, public relations, and grant requirements, Federal and State grant sources, research and evaluation methods and techniques, report writing, and computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to : plan, develop, implement and coordinate County transportation programs, translate ideas and recommendations into workable plans which conform to the various transportation laws and regulations, prepare complete and comprehensive grant applications, manage competing deadlines for grant submissions, gather, evaluate, and analyze data and make sound decisions, interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations, make effective decisions and recommendations, write clear and concise reports, meet and deal effectively with public and private agencies, business and community leaders, civic groups, and the general public, and formulate ideas and speak effectively before groups. Physical Requirements : Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping : Light Benefits of County Employment : The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements. Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.) Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year. Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year. Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable). Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees. County Tuition Reimbursement Program : This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions. Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums. Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems. Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees. Credit Union Membership Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.
- graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
- four (4) years of responsible professional or analytical experience which required the formulation and implementation of procedures and/or policies of significant scope. Such experience shall have included or shall have been supplemented by work experience involving transportation planning or activities related to the development or implementation of transportation programs, and
- possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at the time of hire).
Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.) Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of : Federal, State, and County laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to transportation, transportation safety, and related programs, bus systems (mass transit, school bus, or tour bus services) activities, and vehicles, occupational hazards and safety laws, rules and practices, principles and practices of public administration, public relations, and grant requirements, Federal and State grant sources, research and evaluation methods and techniques, report writing, and computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to : plan, develop, implement and coordinate County transportation programs, translate ideas and recommendations into workable plans which conform to the various transportation laws and regulations, prepare complete and comprehensive grant applications, manage competing deadlines for grant submissions, gather, evaluate, and analyze data and make sound decisions, interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations, make effective decisions and recommendations, write clear and concise reports, meet and deal effectively with public and private agencies, business and community leaders, civic groups, and the general public, and formulate ideas and speak effectively before groups. Physical Requirements : Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping : Light Benefits of County Employment : The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
- Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
- Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
- Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
- Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
- County Tuition Reimbursement Program : This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
- Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
- Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
- Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
- Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
- Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
