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Court Research Analyst - Kapolei, Oahu
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Kapolei
Job Type
Various
Job Number
26-185LM
Department
1st Circuit
Opening Date
08/09/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Position Specific Description
Recruitment Number 26-185LM, Court Research Analyst, Kapolei, Oahu.
Summary of Duties
Functions as a staff specialist conducting legal research and analyses; provides legal assistance to division and section chiefs; updates policy, procedures and rules of the Court; and performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Education Requirements: Completion of all academic requirements for a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Excess experience of the type and quality described below, or any administrative, professional, or other responsible work which required a high level of analytical skill may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Experience Requirements: Four (4) years of responsible professional experience which involved the application and analysis of research methods and techniques in legal research or court matters.
Examples of acceptable work experience are, but not limited to: research and review of local or national legislation and recommendation of new or revision of legislation to any applicable law; serving as legal advisor; or providing legal research and analysis of court policies, procedures and rules of the Court.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Graduation from an accredited school of law may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
Supplemental Information
The following information must be attached to your online application, or submitted by mail or hand-delivered to: Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.
Education: If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your official transcripts or diploma at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training and the awarding of the appropriate degree.
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Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following:
Up to 13 paid holidays each year, and 14 during election years
Up to 21 vacation leave days per year
Up to 21 sick leave days per year
Reasonable time off with pay for jury or witness duty, death in the family, for certain military duty, and for donating to the Blood Bank
Employer contribution to premiums for enrollment in the state sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plans
Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees
Deferred compensation retirement savings plan
State retirement plan for eligible employees
Judiciary employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information: https://studentaid.gov/
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The above benefits are subject to modification or termination due to changes in statutes, collective bargaining provisions, and/or policies, etc. This summary does not constitute a legal document or contract. Benefits may vary by type of employment and employment conditions.
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Education Requirement: This position requires a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university. Excess experience of the type and quality as described in the Experience Requirement description, or any administrative, professional, or other responsible work which required a high level of analytical skill may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
In order to be given credit for your education, please attach copy of your diploma or official transcript(s) to your online application, or mail a copy to the following address. You may also email a copy to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov
Hawai`i State Judiciary
Human Resources Department
426 Queen St., First Floor
Honolulu, HI 96813
Note: Transcripts obtained through the internet are not accepted.
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Experience Requirement: Describe your work experience which involved the application and analysis of research methods and techniques in legal research or court matters.
What types of research methods and/or techniques have you used?
Provide the following employer information for where your experience was gained: job title, company/organization name, dates of employment (month/year), and hours worked per week.
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Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents: You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents by mail at the time of application. If these documents are not received within two weeks after receipt of your application, your application may be rejected as incomplete. If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or course work and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential. I understand this requirement, and I will comply.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Do not submit an online or hard copy resume in place of the application or supplemental questionnaire. However, if you choose to submit a resume in addition to your application, be sure it includes the same employment information mentioned above.
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Employer Hawai`i State Judiciary
Address 426 Queen Street, First Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813
Phone (808)539-4949
1 (800) 493-9298
Website http://www.courts.state.hi.us