| Location | Honolulu, HI |
| Salary | $6,221–$6,998 |
Information Technology Specialist V (Server Management) - Honolulu
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Honolulu
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
26-176TO
Department
Information Technology & Systems Department
Division
Service Desk & Server Management Division
Opening Date
08/02/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Position Specific Description
Recruitment Number 26-176TO, Information Technology Specialist V (Server Management), $6,221 to $6,998 per month (SR-24, Step D to G), Honolulu, Oahu.
Summary of Duties
This position works specifically in the Server Management Branch and works with information technology (IT) such as web services, database connectivily, email systems, storage systems and backup/restore functions; helps to setup and maintain servers, storage systems, backup systems, and provide support for email systems; provides technical guidance to staff on Windows Servers with Active Directory and will need to address issues among the circuits statewide. The work includes analysis, specification, design, build, implementation, and support of IT. The work has statewide impact and requires working with general Judiciary staff, Judiciary ITSD staff, Circuit IT staff, Executive Branch IT staff, vendors, and Judiciary clients.
The position spends a greater portion of their time working on the addition, upgrade, troubleshooting and support of IT. The IT typically includes servers (both virtual and stand-alone), centralized storage systems, centralized and distributed backup systems, peripherals, associated software and system administrator accounts for host systems. The work involves analysis, design, planning, documentation, implementation and other support duties, but may also be expected to assist in other areas as part of a project, as needed.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Education Requirement: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree, or
Excess experience of the types and quality described below or any administrative, professional, analytical, technical, or other responsible work which provided knowledge, skills and abilities comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level, and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge, skills and abilities.
The education or experience background must also demonstrate the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents; read and interpret complex written material; and solve complex problems logically and systematically.
Specialized Experience Requirement: Three and one-half (3-½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in information technology which involved systems analysis, design, programming, security and access management, database design and management, consulting, and/or installing and maintaining computer software applications, hardware, telecommunications, web or network infrastructure equipment. The work must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of information technology principles, methods, techniques and practices; computer hardware, software and peripheral equipment; and personal computer, server, mini and/or mainframe operating systems.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Supervisory Aptitude: At the V level, supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.
Substitutions Allowed:
1) Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science or in another major which included completion of course work comparable to a major in computer science may be substituted for six (6) months of the required Specialized Experience.
2) Partial completion of a master's degree program in computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of one (1) year for the required Specialized Experience.
3) Possession of a master's degree in computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one and one-half (1-1/2) years of the required Specialized Experience.
4) Possession of a Ph.D. in computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two and one-half (2-1/2) years of the required Specialized Experience.
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 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 or 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: This position requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree OR excess experience of the types and quality described as administrative, professional, analytical, technical, or other responsible work which provided knowledge, skills and abilities comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level, and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge, skills and abilities.
The education or experience background must also demonstrate the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents; read and interpret complex written material; and solve complex problems logically and systematically.
Do you meet the education requirement?
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Specialized Experience: This position requires three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in information technology which involved the analysis, design, programming, security and access management, database design and management, consulting, and/or installing and maintaining computer software applications, hardware, telecommunications, web or network infrastructure equipment. The work must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of information technology principles, methods, techniques and practices; computer hardware, software and peripheral equipment; and personal computer, server, mini and/or mainframe operating systems.
Please describe your work experience which shows you meet this requirement. In your description, be sure to include:
A. Name of Employer
B. Official Job Title
C. Dates of Employment (from month/year to month/year)
D. Average number of hours worked per week
E. A detailed description of the job duties you performed that meets the specialized experience described above.
If you do not have such experience, write "None" in the space below.
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Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Although not a requirement, the desirable qualifications for this position includes the following:
Experience with enterprise hardware systems.
Experience with virtualization software.
Ability to keep abreast and up-to-date with new IT trends, processes and systems.
Knowledge and experience with backup/restore systems.
Knowledge of email systems.
Knowledge and experience with Microsofts M365 Suite. 7. People/person skills such as conflict resolution and interpersonal relationship building capabilities.
If you possess experience or knowledge in these areas, provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities, including the name of the employer/company where/how you gained this experience.
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Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents: You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents as attachments to your online application, or sending them in the mail or email at the time of application, in order to receive credit. If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or coursework and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your qualifications and/or exam score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. 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. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score.
Do not submit an online or hard copy resume in place of the application or supplemental questionnaire. If you choose to submit a resume in addition to your application, be sure 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 are included in the resume.
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