Casual Hire - Academic Support Specialist

Casual Hire - Academic Support Specialist

Location

UH West Oahu, Kapolei, HI

Job Type

Part-Time Temporary

Job Number

2026-01205

Department

University of Hawaii - West Oahu - Academic Affairs

Division

Math and Sciences

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/11/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

Casual

Description

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII

Invites applications for the position of: (Casual Hire) Academic Support Specialist

OPENINGDATE: 06/4/2026

DESCRIPTION:

• • • • Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawaii may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part time employees.

Working Title: Academic Support Specialist

Hiring Unit: UH West O'ahu - Academic Affairs: Math, Natural & Health Sciences

Location: Kapolei

Date Posted: 06/04/2026

Salary Range: $50.00/hour

Schedule: Variable, up to 19 hours/week

Permanent/Temporary: Temporary

Funding: Federal

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Partnership in Advancing Computational Thinking (PACT) project, funded by the National Science Foundation, aims to empower students-with a specific focus on Native Hawaiian (NH) students-to pursue STEM careers. This position is designed for University of Hawai?i West O?ahu (UHWO) faculty to facilitate the culturally relevant integration of computational thinking (CT) and emerging technologies, such as generative AI, into their specific academic disciplines.

• Completing recognized professional training or certification in computational thinking and/or emerging technologies to enhance curriculum and instruction.
• Examining student perceptions, engagement, and/ or understanding of computational thinking, including the application of emerging technologies in a course.
• Participating in professional or academic conferences, symposia, or workshops related to computational thinking, AI, or disciplinary research to enhance professional knowledge and teaching practices.
• Present findings or knowledge gained through professional development at PACT seminars or workshops (in-person or via Zoom).
• Provide written summaries of project outcomes for potential publication.
• Complete a survey reflecting on the experience as part of the PACT project evaluation.
• Foster professional development and collaboration (Pilina building) through the PACT Hui and campus community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited University/College in good standing
• Demonstrated commitment to integrating algorithmic, logical, and systematic and computational thinking (CT) and/ or integration of emerging technologies into the curriculum.
• Ability to design projects with clear benefits for all students, emphasizing culturally relevant approaches for Native Hawaiian students.

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume; (2) cover letter indicating interest in the posit ion and how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met; (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professionalreferences.

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Inquiries: UHWO Human Resources Office, 808-689-2525, uhwohr@hawaii.edu

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: 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 Hawai'i 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.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring 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 - West Oahu - Academic Affairs Address 91-1001 Farrington Highway

Kapolei, Hawaii, 96707

Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu