Program Specialist (Compliance & Project Support Specialist) 0097126T, 0097133T

Program Specialist (Compliance & Project Support Specialist) 0097126T, 0097133T

Salary

See Position Description

Location

UH System Offices, Honolulu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Temporary

Job Number

2026-02271

Department

Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation - Land and Ocean Conservation Futures

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

0097126T, 0097133T

Description

Title: Program Specialist (Compliance & Project Support Specialist)

Position Number: 0097126T, 0097133T (2 Positions)

Hiring Unit: Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI), Office of Land and Ocean Conservation Futures (LOCF)

Location: Manoa Campus

Date Posted: October 22, 2026

Closing Date: November 4, 2026, 11:59PM HST

Band: Pay Band A (PBA)

Salary: salary schedules and placement information

Additional Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Duties and Responsibilities

(NOTE: denotes Essential Functions)

• Serves as a project support specialist for the US Army Garrison Hawaii Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program by carrying out environmental compliance support and project coordination.
• In collaboration with USAG HI staff drafts, coordinates, tracks, and provides documentation and consultation to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws (NEPA, NHPA Sec 106, and ESA Section 7) for the implementation of USAG Hawaii REPI projects on Oahu and Hawaii Island including Records of Environmental Consideration requests to USAG HI.
• Tracks and manages, with REPI project partners, USAG Hawaii (Oahu and Hawaii Island Federal Staff), DOW REPI and other Army REPI staff, project status, meetings, site visits and reporting.
• Coordinates annual REPI project budget requests with partners and supports project submittals in online REPI Tracker.
• Manages REPI project record retention, maintaining archives, tracking updates, coordinating and organizing digital files as well as updating the ArcGIS StoryMap.
• Manages, coordinates, and administers documentation of notices to proceed, program progress and results, processes, fund expenditures, and procedures for reporting for USAG Hawaii REPI plan updates through Army Environmental Command and briefing materials for USAG HI Command and partners.
• Assists in identifying potential REPI projects/partners, developing and screening pre- proposals and full proposals, identifying potential compliance requirements, and preparing letters of support.
• Handles communication and coordination, managing phone inquiries, program-wide notifications, internal and external correspondence, meeting documentation, outreach at community events (e.g., MACRO), and proposal and report formatting.
• Monitors policies, procedures, and workflows, recommending improvements, resolving operational challenges, and ensuring compliance with administrative guidelines.
• Field visits at project sites to gain familiarity with work locations and environmental compliance issues, maintain communication with partners, and assess project status/progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Professional Work Experience

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Business, Communications, Natural Resources, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, or related field and one (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities in compliance or project coordination; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicate

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of extramural funded natural resource project management, demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, terminology.

• Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with environmental compliance and extramural funds.

• Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range of problems that may commonly occur in the areas of environmental compliance and extramural funded program/project management.

• Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations with diverse partners.

• Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain and improve organizational systems for projects and programs

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals.

• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, and use word processing software; Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, and Teams; Adobe; ArcGIS StoryMaps and Google web-based software.

Supplemental Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of biological principles and appreciation for biological resources, particularly Hawaiian ecosystems.

• Basic knowledge of archaeological principles, traditional Hawaiian sites, and traditional cultural practices.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to draft correspondence and interact professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders

• Required to complete a Department of War (DoW) security check for employment as an Army contractor, including a government security investigation and eligibility verification for access to unclassified information.

• Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months.

• Able to hike occasionally in remote areas on rugged terrain.

• Ability to travel independently interisland

• Requires a valid U.S. driver's license and the ability to drive a four-wheel-drive vehicle in various conditions.

• Required to comply with all applicable RCUH, University of Hawai'i, and business entity policies, procedures, and training as a condition of employment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of Department of the Army natural and/or cultural resources programs and the policies and organizational contexts in which they are managed.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local environmental laws relevant to natural and cultural resources and land management.
• Familiarity with University of Hawai'i (UH) and Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i (RCUH) policies and procedures.
• Experience in logistical support, including coordination of projects, grant reporting, and other administrative tasks.
• Proficiency in database applications for data management and record-keeping.

To Apply:

Select the "Apply" button in the top right corner of the screen; first-time NeoGov users will need to create an account. Please ensure your application includes the following materials:

• Cover Letter: A letter detailing your interest and how you meet both the minimum and desirable qualifications. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date to be considered.
• Resume/CV: A current professional resume or curriculum vitae.
• Professional References: The names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) professional references.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Copies of unofficial transcripts are required for the application, though official versions must be provided upon hire. Please note that copies of diplomas and academic summaries are not acceptable substitutes.
• Foreign Credential Evaluation: For degrees earned outside the U.S., you must provide a course-by-course analysis and equivalency statement from a NACES-member agency at your own expense.

Important Note: To protect your privacy, do not include any photos, Social Security Numbers, or dates of birth in your packet. Only the most recent application will be reviewed, and all submitted materials become the property of the University of Hawai'i. Please ensure all documents are complete and legible to be considered by the search committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Inquiries:

Linden Schneider; lindensc@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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.

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 Hawaii 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: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Employer University of Hawaii