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NEOGOV · 1 hour ago

Business/Educational Partner Specialist II, Workforce Development Branch, 606474

Honolulu, HI 96813

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$114K/yr - $161K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the Hawaii State Department of Education, seeking a Business/Educational Partner Specialist II to support workforce development initiatives. This role involves designing and implementing processes to engage students and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance employability skills and educational outreach.

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Responsibilities

Designs, develops and implements processes and procedures to operationalize workforce development engagement initiatives in alignment with HIDOE priorities and in compliance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, policies, and guidance

Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to create, promote, evaluate, and refine engagement opportunities for our students to advance their knowledge, employability skills, and experience necessary to succeed in the evolving workforce

Supports and stewards related educational, communication, and engagement outreach to businesses and organizations

Identifies processes and system operations to improve and streamline systems, communications, and high-quality services within the Department to better support HIDOE's workforce development initiatives

Conducts studies and prepares and submits reports with actionable recommendations to the branch director as needed

Administers and manages contracts with service providers and venues, which includes setting milestones and deadlines, monitoring progress, and evaluating the outcomes of the related projects, events, and implementation of various initiatives

Makes recommendations on corrective actions to address deficiencies in meeting program goals and requirements

Develops and implements work plans and priorities for engagement projects, programs, and events related to workforce development initiatives and professional development learning to build capacity and increase student achievement across the state

Provides leadership in the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of workforce development engagement initiatives and provides guidance and technical assistance for the implementation of workforce development engagement initiatives within HIDOE

Provides consultative assistance in planning and decision-making related to workforce development initiatives

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Program planningWorkforce developmentStakeholder collaborationPublic administrationEvent managementAnalytical skillsTechnical assistanceCommunication skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration or business administration

Four (4) years of responsible professional work experience in program planning, development and financing, of which one (1) year shall have been in an education program, agency or system

Public administration; organizational change and laws; effective public relations; group decision making and interpersonal persuasion; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the areas of assignment

Develop, analyze and evaluate plans, programs, and procedures; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computers and other business machines

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university PLUS two (2) years of excess professional work experience which involved responsibility in program planning, development and financing, or cumulative equivalent experience

Management of planning, logistics and events related to educational organization or professional development functions

General administrative planning principles and practices applicable to large organizations; basic organization of State government; managed events and planning; report writing

Successfully perform critical daily functions; manage high-level special projects, events and coordinate cross-functional efforts across offices

Benefits

Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.

Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.

Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees 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.