Human Resources Specialist, 0097020T

Human Resources Specialist, 0097020T

Salary

See Position Description

Location

UH Maui College, Maui County, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Temporary

Job Number

2026-01475

Department

University of Hawaii Maui College

Division

Administrative Services

Opening Date

07/11/2026

Closing Date

8/3/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

0097020T

Description

Title: Human Resources Specialist

Position Number: 0097020T

Hiring Unit:Administrative Affairs, Human Resources Office

Location:Kahului, Maui

Date Posted: July 11, 2026

Closing Date: August 03, 2026

Salary:Salary Schedules and placement information

Additional Salary Information:Pay Band A: Minimum $4,627/month

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Funding: Special

Other Conditions:

This is NOT a remote position - the job requires in-person work.

Continuation of the position is dependent on operational needs and funding renewal.

Duties & Responsibilities:

(denotes essential functions)

• Operate an automated Human Resource Management System (currently PeopleSoft) to prepare payroll notification forms for personnel transactions.
• Review Temporary Disability Benefit (TDB) claims for eligibility and compute TDB entitlement.
• Review and process Workers Compensation claims.
• Advise Faculty, Staff, Lecturers, and Casual and or Emergency hires on fringe benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment in accordance with University of Hawaii Community College (UHCC) policies & procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and benefit program/plan.
• Coordinate activities involved with and supporting open enrollment or any new benefit plan or update.
• Respond as appropriate to notices of unemployment insurance claims filed with the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; research employee records and provide requested information in consultation with state officials; file the employers appeal as appropriate.
• Research and resolve employee concerns and or problems related to pay, leave, benefits, and retirement. Advise the Human Resources Manager (HRM) of unusual or difficult cases or gaps and or conflicts in guidelines/plans.
• In response to employee inquiries, analyze employee records to determine eligibility for sabbatical leave, leave with or without pay, stipends, overloads, probationary credit, summer pro-rata pay, and other comparable actions.
• Serve as the UH Maui College (UHMC) Human Resource (HR) contact when working with the Office of Human Resources (OHR) benefits, UH Payroll, Employer Union Trust Fund (EUTF), Employee Retirement System (ERS), and other agencies that provide employee services and benefits.
• Assist the HRM by responding to and educating Employees and Supervisors regarding interpretations of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) articles and UH Board of Regents (BOR) policies, rules, and procedures.
• Assist in the administration of the on-campus student employment program (SECE); maintain student position database and process employment transactions efficiently.
• Create and maintain personnel databases for student employment, including but not limited to TB clearance, Form I-9, transcripts, casual/overload appointments, and records of current and former employees, as well as archived documents.
• Assist with the training of the SECE System for new hire employees to the HR team; follow up with and assist in completing required forms.
• Respond to inquiries & provide information to Faculty & Staff on student employment HR matters by referencing student employment policies.
• Prepare, conduct, and update employee orientation during which new employees are oriented to working within the UH system, get an overview of their CBA, and are informed on such issues as pay, leaves, benefits, and retirement.
• Prepare, regularly schedule, conduct, and update employee orientations during which new employees are oriented to working within the UH system. Get an overview of their CBA and inform employees on issues such as pay, leaves, benefits, and retirement.
• Research and recommend HR staff development projects or in-service training for Faculty and Staff; plan and implement informational training to include speaker coordination, facility reservation, and audio-visual equipment.
• Ensure personnel records are maintained in compliance with Federal, State, and UHCC policies.
• Collect, assess, and organize personnel data from existing files and records needed for systemwide or program personnel reports, operational status reports, or in response to inquiries from other agencies within UH or UHMC.
• Assist in managing the HR Office (HRO) portion of the UHMC website by coordinating and posting the current HRO policies, procedures, information, and forms; contribute benefit updates and HRO initiatives; develop periodic articles for campus electronic bulletin.
• Assists in other personnel areas such as Civil Service Employees and Casual hires.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Professional Work Experience

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Public Administration, or related field, and progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for Human Resources or Business-related field; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Functional knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in Human Resources or Business demonstrated by knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply concepts and terminology.
• Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and systems associated with Human Resources or Business.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes, and resolve the full range of problems that may commonly occur in the area of Human Resources or Business.
• Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members, and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of postsecondary institution organization and processes.
• Knowledge of basic Human Resources rules and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of sexual harassment policies, affirmative action policies, equal employment opportunity policies, and other Human Resources-related policies.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks
• Able to prioritize multiple duties with demanding deadlines.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• The ability to apply knowledge of Native Hawaiian culture to effectively collaborate with multicultural groups and individuals from diverse academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Inquiries:

Name:UH Maui College, Human Resources

Phone:808-984-3381

Email:mauihr@hawaii.edu

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button in the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:

• A one- to two-page statement outlining ways in which you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications;
• Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
• Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted.
• Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.
• Resume
• Three (3) professional references with contact information (including email addresses)
• Optional letters of recommendation.

Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

NOTE:

• The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password-protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered. All requested documents/information become the property of Maui College and will not be returned.
• Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.).
• If multiple applications are received from the same applicant, only the last application submitted will be reviewed.
• Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position.

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EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawaii complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Employer University of Hawaii

Department University of Hawaii Maui College Address 310 W. Kaahumanu Ave

Kahului, Hawaii, 96732

Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu