OFFICE ASSISTANT IV - OAHU (OHHI)

Job Opportunity with the State of Hawai'i

The State of Hawai'i is offering a job opportunity on the Island of Oahu. The salary details are available in the position description. This recruitment is part of the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, which features an expedited hiring process to fill job opportunities throughout Hawai'i.

Applications will be reviewed for legal authorization to work in the US. Those who pass the review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration. Interviews may be conducted, and all applicants will be notified of their selection or non-selection by the department. Note that this recruitment may be closed at any time, and the final disposition of all applications will be communicated by the Department of Human Resources Development.

Salary : $3,471 - $4,388 per month (SR-10, Step C to I). Hiring rates will depend on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Duties Summary

Perform senior level clerical work that involves a wide range of clerical functions where some originating and planning of work are required and / or a variety of highly complex clerical or administrative tasks that are primarily substantive in nature and requires evaluating information for conformance with established requirements and interpreting laws, rules and regulations in order to determine appropriate disposition and use of judgment because problems are often not covered by standard instructions or established techniques, systems or procedures; perform other related duties as assigned. Positions at this level carry out assignments independently, and accomplish work with substantial use of discretion and selectiveness in deviating from established processes and procedures. Some positions supervise and participate in performing complex clerical work comparable to the Office Assistant III.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements :

• Legal Authorization to Work : The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Basic Experience : Six (6) months of work experience which demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and arithmetic; the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions; write simply and directly; and compare words and numbers quickly and accurately.
• Clerical Experience : Two (2) years of work experience which involved the performance of a variety of clerical tasks and demonstrated knowledge of office practices and procedures, and the ability to carry out procedures in clerical work systems, and operate various kinds of office equipment and technologies.
• Supervisory Aptitude : Possession of supervisory aptitude is required for some positions that require supervisory responsibility. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects of supervision, e.g., by serving as a group or team leader, or by the completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; and / or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

Some positions require possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

For the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements, please visit the provided link.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

The Department of Human Resources Development will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you.

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and / or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Job Benefits with the State of Hawai'i

The State of Hawaii offers its employees a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur. A summary of these benefits includes :

The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status. Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details.