Educational Specialist II - Workforce Readiness Section, 606476 (2026-00275)
Hawaiʻi State Department of Education, Honolulu, HI, United States
Description
Applicants may be educational officers, teachers, and other qualified individuals.
Appointment Type
This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment.
Examination
A written examination/assignment may be administered to help determine possession of the knowledge and abilities portions of the minimum qualification requirements.
Examples of Duties
Leads the planning, design, development and implementation of the state career and technical education (CTE) program for elementary school students in grades PreK-5/6; oversees the development and implementation of content and performance standards for elementary school CTE related to current and emerging industry standards, desired employability skills, and adopted pathways and programs of study as part of quality assurance; integrates promising instructional approaches, methods, and organization/infrastructure advancements that engage community and business.
Assists schools in establishing and implementing CTE and work‑based learning (WBL) initiatives, including innovative instructional strategies and assessment; develops and implements processes and procedures for state, complex area, and school teams to operationalize CTE and work‑based learning initiatives at the elementary school level in alignment with HIDOE priorities and the WBL continuum and in compliance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, policies, and guidance.
Plans, develops, and implements in‑service training, upskilling, and externships for state, district, complex area, and school personnel to advance CTE and WBL initiatives in the elementary schools.
Applies current and significant research, best practices, and promising educational activities in preK‑5/6 CTE to support instructional and school design across the continuum of pathways and programs of studies. Builds capacity on curricular/learning progressions, resources/tools, and instructional practices that advance student achievement and competencies in technical skill development.
Evaluates and reports the effectiveness and quality of the implementation of CTE and WBL initiatives at the elementary school level to the IA III to ensure continued viability and effectiveness in creating meaningful educational opportunities for students to advance their knowledge, employability skills, and experience necessary to succeed in the future evolving workforce.
Prepares program plans, budgets, expenditure plans, contracts, memorandum of agreement, memos, and other documents as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in education with specialization in a subject field appropriate to the area or areas of assignment.
Experience:
Six (6) years of responsible professional work experience in education of which four (4) years shall have been in teaching and two (2) years in curriculum or program planning, as appropriate.
Desired Experience:
Of the minimum experience required, three (3) years as a state office or complex area educational officer or resource teacher, school‑level leader (i.e., school administrator, department head, or on school leadership team), or curriculum coordinator.
Combined Education and Experience:
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system.
Knowledge:
Foundations of curriculum and instruction; instructional media and computers; foundations of American education; tests and measurements; principles of learning and individual differences; curriculum design and development; educational statistics; purposes, methods, subject matter and materials pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; research developments, trends and current issues or problems pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the area(s) of assignment.
Desired Knowledge:
Elementary school curriculum, instructional strategies, and best practices; current research‑based knowledge of educational and industry standards and experience with implementing standards‑based instruction and career and technical education.
Ability to:
Provide leadership, planning and coordination in the area or areas of assignment; develop, analyze and evaluate plans, programs and procedures; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines; use tools, equipment, instruments or devices appropriate to the area or areas of assignment; maintain awareness of developments in curriculum or program areas.
Desired Ability to:
Problem solve and innovate when faced with issues; flexible and agile in response to situations; design, direct, curate, collaborate and evaluate innovative educational technology services customized around school/community needs and aspirations; assess and establish integrated services statewide; manage projects related CTE/Perkins and pathway development; tactically employ and effectively navigate use of cutting‑edge digital tools and applications; establish and cultivate partnerships with range of business and community leaders; engage effectively with federal, state, county and departmental officials in accomplishing program goals and objectives; maintain awareness of current and cutting‑edge research in the related area; develop and implement on‑line professional development and appropriate on‑line tools (i.e., G‑Suite, podcasts, website, video conferencing tools, etc.); organize/prioritize work and multi‑task to maintain an effective work pace while working under deadlines.
Salary Range
EOSR-7, $113,660 to $160,893. Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All others will be placed on the first step of $113,660.
Work Year and Benefits
This appointment will be on a 12‑month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.
Benefits
Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
Vacation: 12‑month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: 12‑month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take‑home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax‑savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out‑of‑pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE‑TAX basis.
Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre‑tax dollars to an employee‑selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non‑work related injury or illness under this program.
Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
Equal Opportunity
The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
Payday
New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.
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Applicants may be educational officers, teachers, and other qualified individuals.
Appointment Type
This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment.
Examination
A written examination/assignment may be administered to help determine possession of the knowledge and abilities portions of the minimum qualification requirements.
Examples of Duties
Leads the planning, design, development and implementation of the state career and technical education (CTE) program for elementary school students in grades PreK-5/6; oversees the development and implementation of content and performance standards for elementary school CTE related to current and emerging industry standards, desired employability skills, and adopted pathways and programs of study as part of quality assurance; integrates promising instructional approaches, methods, and organization/infrastructure advancements that engage community and business.
Assists schools in establishing and implementing CTE and work‑based learning (WBL) initiatives, including innovative instructional strategies and assessment; develops and implements processes and procedures for state, complex area, and school teams to operationalize CTE and work‑based learning initiatives at the elementary school level in alignment with HIDOE priorities and the WBL continuum and in compliance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, policies, and guidance.
Plans, develops, and implements in‑service training, upskilling, and externships for state, district, complex area, and school personnel to advance CTE and WBL initiatives in the elementary schools.
Applies current and significant research, best practices, and promising educational activities in preK‑5/6 CTE to support instructional and school design across the continuum of pathways and programs of studies. Builds capacity on curricular/learning progressions, resources/tools, and instructional practices that advance student achievement and competencies in technical skill development.
Evaluates and reports the effectiveness and quality of the implementation of CTE and WBL initiatives at the elementary school level to the IA III to ensure continued viability and effectiveness in creating meaningful educational opportunities for students to advance their knowledge, employability skills, and experience necessary to succeed in the future evolving workforce.
Prepares program plans, budgets, expenditure plans, contracts, memorandum of agreement, memos, and other documents as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in education with specialization in a subject field appropriate to the area or areas of assignment.
Experience:
Six (6) years of responsible professional work experience in education of which four (4) years shall have been in teaching and two (2) years in curriculum or program planning, as appropriate.
Desired Experience:
Of the minimum experience required, three (3) years as a state office or complex area educational officer or resource teacher, school‑level leader (i.e., school administrator, department head, or on school leadership team), or curriculum coordinator.
Combined Education and Experience:
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system.
Knowledge:
Foundations of curriculum and instruction; instructional media and computers; foundations of American education; tests and measurements; principles of learning and individual differences; curriculum design and development; educational statistics; purposes, methods, subject matter and materials pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; research developments, trends and current issues or problems pertinent to the area(s) of assignment; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the area(s) of assignment.
Desired Knowledge:
Elementary school curriculum, instructional strategies, and best practices; current research‑based knowledge of educational and industry standards and experience with implementing standards‑based instruction and career and technical education.
Ability to:
Provide leadership, planning and coordination in the area or areas of assignment; develop, analyze and evaluate plans, programs and procedures; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines; use tools, equipment, instruments or devices appropriate to the area or areas of assignment; maintain awareness of developments in curriculum or program areas.
Desired Ability to:
Problem solve and innovate when faced with issues; flexible and agile in response to situations; design, direct, curate, collaborate and evaluate innovative educational technology services customized around school/community needs and aspirations; assess and establish integrated services statewide; manage projects related CTE/Perkins and pathway development; tactically employ and effectively navigate use of cutting‑edge digital tools and applications; establish and cultivate partnerships with range of business and community leaders; engage effectively with federal, state, county and departmental officials in accomplishing program goals and objectives; maintain awareness of current and cutting‑edge research in the related area; develop and implement on‑line professional development and appropriate on‑line tools (i.e., G‑Suite, podcasts, website, video conferencing tools, etc.); organize/prioritize work and multi‑task to maintain an effective work pace while working under deadlines.
Salary Range
EOSR-7, $113,660 to $160,893. Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All others will be placed on the first step of $113,660.
Work Year and Benefits
This appointment will be on a 12‑month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.
Benefits
Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
Vacation: 12‑month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: 12‑month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take‑home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax‑savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out‑of‑pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE‑TAX basis.
Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre‑tax dollars to an employee‑selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non‑work related injury or illness under this program.
Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
Equal Opportunity
The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
Payday
New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.
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