Human Resources Specialist IV (Classification & Compensation) - Honolulu
Salary Depends on Qualifications Location: Honolulu Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Job Number: 26-024TO Department: Human Resources Department Opening Date: 02/01/2026 Closing Date: Continuous
Description: Benefits Questions Position Specific Description Recruitment Number: 26-024TO; Human Resources Specialist IV (Classification & Compensation), SR-22D ($5,369 per month) to SR-22G ($6,043 per month)*, Honolulu, Oahu. The starting salary may be at a rate between the minimum and maximum salary range listed above, based on qualifications. NOTE: This is a multi-level recruitment for Human Resources Specialist III, IV & V (Classification & Compensation). See 26-023TO Human Resources Specialist III (Classification & Compensation) and 26-025TO Human Resources Specialist V (Classification & Compensation) recruitments.
Summary of Duties The position is assigned classification and compensation management work regularly encompassing complex problems and issues. The position independently reviews, analyzes and recommends position classification for the full range and variety of positions; conducts classification desk audits, surveys and studies; researches and develops new and/or revises existing class specifications and minimum qualification requirements; analyzes classes of work to determine appropriate pricing and to provide comments on inter-jurisdictional equal pay reviews; gathers information and responds to salary surveys; conducts organizational reviews and analysis; provides technical advice and assistance to programs and divisions; and performs other duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Education: Graduation with a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university; OR progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background in the field of management, education, training or human resources administration may be substituted for the Bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis. Experience of a routine clerical nature is not qualifying.
Specialized Experience: Two and one-half (2-1/2) years of professional experience in one or any combination of human resources management functions, i.e., recruitment, placement, examinations, position classification, compensation or wage administration, employee management relations and services, employee development, human resources program development and services, labor relations and human resources research. Such experience must show the ability to deal satisfactorily with fellow workers and/or operating personnel, to recognize problems in the operation of a human resources program, and to suggest practical solutions, and otherwise to accept responsibility in the field of human resources administration.
Non-Qualifying Experience: Clerical experience in a human resources program involving work which is limited to the application of human resources rules, regulations and procedures in support of the human resources functions described above is not qualifying.
Selective Certification Requirement: Applicants who meet the education and specialized experience requirements as described above, must also meet the following: Of the two and one-half (2-1/2) years of Specialized Experience, at least one (1) year of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of human resources compensation management which demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of job evaluation and pricing, OR demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with position classification in a government system which may have included reviewing and analyzing position descriptions and an understanding of class specifications.
Substitutions Allowed: a. Possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for six (6) months of the specialized experience. b. Possession of a Masters degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for one (1) year of the specialized experience. c. Possession of a Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for two and one-half (2-½) years of the specialized experience. *There is no allowable substitution for the Selective Certification Requirement.
Supplemental Information Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address: 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 at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
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Civil Service Employees Benefits Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to: 13 paid holidays each year, and 14 during election years 21 vacation leave days per year 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
IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected. 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. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.
Required Question 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