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Administrative Support

University of Hawaii

Kaneohe, HI

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Accounting Software, Administrative Management, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Applicant Tracking System, Auditing, Business Administration, Claims Management, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Employee Orientation, Employee Relations, Establish Priorities, Expense Analysis, Federal Laws and Regulations, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Identify Issues, Industrial Relations, Interpret Regulations, Multitasking, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Payroll Administration, People Management, Peoplesoft, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Presentation Software, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Protective Services, Public Administration, Record Keeping, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Request for Information (RFI), Security Policy, Spreadsheets, Staff Development, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Statistics, Student Services, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Unemployment Benefits, University/School Policies, Word Processing, Worker's Compensation, Writing Skills
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Kaneohe, HI
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Salary: See Position Description
Location : Windward CC, Kane'ohe, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2026-01304
Department: Windward Community College
Division: Administrative Services
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Position Number:: 0077798
Description
Title: Administrative Support (Human Resources Specialist)

Position Number: 0077798

Hiring Unit: Administrative Services

Location: Windward Community College

Date Posted: June 16, 2026

Closing Date: July 1, 2026

Band: A

Salary :

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

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Month: 11-month

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Other Conditions: Excluded from collective bargaining. To begin August 2026, pending availability of funds, and actual staffing requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

(*Denotes essential functions)
  1. *Serves as a resource using sound discretion and judgment in advising administrators, supervisors and employees in the areas of recruitment, position classification, compensation, employee benefits, labor relations, investigations, training, etc.
  2. *Serves as a notary public and provides assistance to employees in completing employment forms.
  3. *Reviews, audits and participates in all aspects of human resources administration, including but not limited to, EEO, Title IX, labor relations, investigations, training, staff development, classification, compensation, recruitment, selection, collective bargaining, employee benefits and accreditation/assessment activities.
  4. *Provides guidance on interpretation of compliance with collective bargaining agreements, University and Board of Regents (BOR) policies, State and Federal rules and regulations.
  5. *Prepares and reviews position classification and recruitment requests, and prepares and posts recruitment announcements in accordance with established policies and procedures. Reviews requests for accuracy and compliance.
  6. *Provides guidance to supervisors and screening committees in the use of the on-line applicant data tracking system, as well as providing supervisors with guidance in the recruitment process.
  7. *Processes and maintains employee forms required for onboarding, exiting, change of status, medical, beneficiary forms, etc. Completes and maintains Form I-9, ensuring all requirements and documents are in compliance.
  8. *Advises current and new employees of employment forms, benefits and terms and conditions of employment in accordance with University, State/Federal policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
  9. *Monitors the performance evaluation processes for APT and Civil Service employees. Provides guidance to supervisors on evaluation procedures, including performance expectations and timely completion.
  10. *Operates various computerized human resources information systems to prepare payroll notification forms (PNF, Form 6, student employment) for personnel transactions in accordance with University policies and procedures, including collective bargaining agreements.
  11. *Reviews and processes requests for new appointments, salary changes, leaves with/without pay, separations and other actions requiring payroll notification.
  12. *Coordinate with campus departments and/or supervisors, as needed, when processing payroll for employees, including, but not limited to, lecturers, civil service, and student employees.
  13. *Ensures accurate preparation and processing of PNFs and Form 6s. Reviews personnel forms and supporting documents are accurate, complete and routed appropriately.
  14. *Assists in analyzing employee records to determine eligibility for overloads, overtime, stipends, probationary credit, summer prorata summer pay, leave without pay, and other comparable actions. Calculate salary adjustments or overpayment in a timely manner and process documents as required.
  15. *Monitors leave accounting system, including auditing and correcting data and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of follow-up information.
  16. *Reviews and processes leave requests such as FMLA, Leave Share, LWOP, Military Leave, Sabbatical, etc., to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and union contracts.
  17. *Assists with management (archive, transfer, dispose, and/or maintain) of all confidential personnel files and records, in accordance with University, State and Federal policies, laws and regulations and union contracts.
  18. *Prepares reports and responses to requests for information to matters such as pay, classification studies, immigration, EEO, Title IX and benefits, etc., in a timely manner.
  19. *Participate in and/or conduct training in the various areas of human resources.
  20. *Provides support with organizational charts, reorganizations, vacancy reports, special projects, and in other human resources areas as needed.
  21. *Assist HR Manager with complaints and grievances, conduct complaint intake for allegations of discrimination, workplace violence, disability access, etc., involving employees, public and/or contract/vendors as needed. Maintains record of all communications.
  22. *Assists in managing claims or reports related to worker's compensation, temporary disability, and unemployment benefits, and resolve problems that may arise.
  23. *Interprets and keeps current with new and amended University policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements and State/Federal laws ensuring consistent interpretation and application of policies and procedures.
  24. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Human Resources Management, Personnel Administration, Business or Public Administration or related field and one (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for human resources management or personnel administration; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
  2. Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of human resources management as demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, terminology.
  3. Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with human resources management.
  4. 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 management.
  5. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
  6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members, and individuals.
  7. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
  8. Demonstrated ability to manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
  9. Ability to maintain confidentiality in situations as required.
  10. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
  11. Ability to analyze, interpret and use sound logic and judgment in the application of a variety of personnel/administrative rules and regulations.
  12. Knowledge of a computerized human resources information system.
  13. Detail oriented and ability to prioritize multiple duties with demanding deadlines.
Desirable Qualifications
  1. Experience working with PeopleSoft.
  2. Some knowledge of UH policies and procedures.
  3. Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service.
  4. Ability to conduct training workshops.
To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the following required documents:
  1. Resume;
  2. Cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position;
  3. Transcript(s) verifying degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position. (Copies of transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.) Documents issued from an institution 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. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant; and
  4. Transcript(s) must be attached to receive credit for degree(s). To upload transcript(s), click on "+ Add supplemental attachment" after uploading required attachments. Applications submitted without transcripts will be reviewed based on related professional level experience and/or training.

Please REDACT references to birth date and Social Security number on submitted documents. Letters of recommendation attesting to job performance and personal character are optional. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications are deemed incomplete if materials are unreadable. Materials submitted become property of the College and will not be returned.

Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries: Windward Community College Human Resources Office, 808-235-7404.

EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i 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:
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 Hawai'i may be viewed at: , 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 Hawai'i 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:

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