Recycling Specialist II - SR-20 Salary $59,532.00 Annually
Location: Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions Job Number: 2026-00006 Department: Environmental Management Division Recycling Opening Date: 01/18/2026 Closing Date: 1/27/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Job Summary
Performs a variety of assignments of moderate complexity; assists in implementing and coordinating island-wide recycling and waste reduction programs, including demonstration projects and educational, promotional, and informational activities; and performs other related duties as required.
Benefits
The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Flexible Working Arrangements
Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
Vacation
Employees start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with a maximum accumulation of 90 working days.
Sick Leave
Employees start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.
Holidays
The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development
The County provides a variety of training and development opportunities for employees. County Tuition Reimbursement Program: Scholarship program for employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning, subject to eligibility requirements and reimbursement limits.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
Retirement Plan
The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan covered under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. It provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
Flexible Spending Plan
Eligible employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of insurance premiums, qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses.
Health Benefit Plans
The County of Hawai'i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. For more information about current employee contribution rates and plans see the EUTF website (https://eutf.hawaii.gov).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a free life insurance policy for active employees.
Other Leaves
You may be eligible for other leaves, such as: Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Victims Protection Leave, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, Donor Leave, and Jury Duty.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:
Examination
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicants training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Supplemental Questions
Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree? Yes No (Scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application.)
Did you scan and attach copy of your official college transcript to your application? Yes No
Do you have one and one-half (1 ½) years of experience in the implementation and coordination of a recycling, waste reduction, waste recovery, or comparable program? Yes No (If you answered "Yes," please describe where you gained the work experience. Describe each change in employer or position separately. Include the following information: A. Employers name B. Your job title C. Employment dates (from month/day/year to month/day/year) D. Hours worked per week E. Detailed description of your duties in the implementation and coordination of a recycling, waste reduction, waste recovery, or comparable program F. The percentage of time you spent performing this work.)
Do you have a valid State of Hawai'i drivers license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at the time of filing? Yes No (You will be required to submit your valid drivers license at time of hire.)
Application Instructions
Applications must be filed online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/countyhawaii E-mail: jobs@hawaiicounty.gov