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NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago

Program Specialist V, IV, III, Professional Trainee II & I - Hawaii Child Nutrition Programs

Hawaii Child Nutrition Programs

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$4,243/mo - $7,351/mo

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the Hawaii State Department of Education, seeking to fill various Program Specialist positions in the Hawaii Child Nutrition Programs. The role involves supervising staff, implementing policies, and developing programs to enhance agency services in accordance with federal and state requirements.

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Responsibilities

Supervises a professional staff and participates in program planning and development activities

Implements policies and procedures to assure efficient and effective staff work

Makes assignments of projects and special studies to staff

Evaluates subordinate’s work productivity in relation to the agency’s standards of performance

Provides consultation, direction and advice to subordinates on program planning and development methods, non-routine or complex assignments or to clarify established guidelines

Conducts studies and analyses of major, unprecedented or controversial issues regarding the agency services and operations

Formulates and recommends major new policies, program goals or objectives

Determines goals and objectives and establishes priorities for the program in accordance with federal and State requirements

Develops new program plans to meet constantly changing federal requirements and legislative mandates

Evaluates consumer needs and concerns and makes recommendations for development of new programs and/or functions for the agency

Researches advancements in the field and develops new methodologies and interprets new concepts to enhance agency programs and services

Qualification

Program planningAnalytical skillsNutrition managementSupervisory aptitudeReport writingData analysisCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree

Progressively responsible experience of the kind and quality described in the statements below and in the amounts shown in the following table or any equivalent combination of training and experience

For Program Specialist V, applicants must possess supervisory aptitude

For the classes Program Specialists V, applicants must possess experience independently performing the full range of program planning, development and evaluation activities for an agency's program or program activities

In addition to the Specialized Experience Requirement, applicants must possess a minimum of six (6) months for the Professional Trainee II level, and for the Program Specialist III, IV, V levels, a minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the field of nutrition and food services management

Applicant must have a current, valid driver's license

Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that applicant has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which applicant is being considered

Benefits

Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.

Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year.

Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.

Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.

Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.

Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.

Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.

Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.

Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.

Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.

Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.

Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.

Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.