Hawaii DOT
Court Operations Specialist III (Training & Education) - Honolulu
Hawaii DOT, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
Salary:
$4,961.00 Monthly Location :
Honolulu Job Type:
Various Job Number:
25-205TO Department:
1st Circuit Opening Date:
09/21/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Specific Description
Recruitment Number 25-205TO,
Court Operations Specialist III (Training & Education), SR-20, Honolulu, Oahu.
This position requires a current, valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.
Note: Multi-level recruitments are being conducted at the Court Operations Specialist II, III, IV & V (Training & Education) levels to fill one vacancy. Please visit our website at to view the job announcements and minimum qualification requirements for the other levels. Summary of Duties
Independently conducts a variety of complex studies and assignments in assessing existing court program operations to develop, implement and evaluate modifications to guidelines, policies, procedures, standards and work methods necessary for effective and efficient operations. This position will independently develop and conduct training and education activities focused on newly created or updated standardized policies, operating procedures and guidelines; also perform a range of educational functions to improve employee morale and productivity; and perform other duties as required. Minimum Qualification Requirements
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, or progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background of the type and quality described below may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Specialized Experience:
Oneand one-half (1-½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in one or combination of the following:
1) analyzing, evaluating, developing, improving managerial policies, practices, systems, methods and procedures; and considering the relationships among resources, facilities, services, needs, and values; and/or,
2) independently performing professional work involving written analysis, evaluation and recommendations for problem resolution in a court or legal setting, or those social work or administrative programs of the courts.
Examples
of this Type 2 professional work include assistant court administrator; social worker, data processing systems analyst, program budget analyst, program evaluation analyst, personnel management specialist, research statistician, planner, etc. with professional work experience in the court system.
Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of: education theory and methods, with a specific focus on adult education; curriculum design, instructional design, course assessment and evaluation techniques; the legal system, specifically the courts; research legal subject areas; office methods and procedures; problem solving techniques; communication skills and methods; organization techniques and project management. Proficiency in the use of word processing spreadsheet, database management and presentation software.
Ability to: work independently with limited supervision; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; effectively communicate and negotiate with Judiciary employees and outside presenters; plan work efficiently and in conjunction with established goals and objectives; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, administrators and committees; plan, organize, conduct and evaluate education programs; organize multiple tasks and priorities; learn and implement new concepts; adapt to change; interpret and effectively communicate policies and procedures; instruct individuals and groups; interpret policies governing judicial education to advisory committees and program participants; act in a lead capacity for projects and program areas.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
1. Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Master's degree in business or public administration or related field from an accredited college or university which demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the application of operations research, program analysis, evaluation methods and techniques may be substituted for one and one-half (1½) years of Specialized Experience.
2. Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Ph.D. degree in business or public administration or related field from an accredited college or university which demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the application of operations research, program analysis, evaluation methods and techniques may be substituted for two and one-half (2½) years of Specialized Experience.
3. Graduation from an accredited law school may be substituted for two and one-half (2½) years of Specialized Experience.
Selective Certification Requirement - Driver's License:
A current, valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle is required. Supplemental Information
Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mail 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 transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
for other important information about the Merit or Civil Service System, Citizenship and Residency requirements, Accommodations, Veterans Preference, Examination process, Administrative Review, and more. Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following: 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
CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND OTHER RELATED INFORMATION 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. 01
Driver's License : This position requires a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Do you have a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle? If you answered yes, provide a copy of your driver's license with your application.
Yes No
02
Education Requirement:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree;
OR
progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background of the type and quality described below may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Do you meet this requirement?
Yes No
03
Specialized Experience Requirement:
One and one-half (1-½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in one or combination of the following:
1) analyzing, evaluating, developing, improving managerial policies, practices, systems, methods and procedures; and considering the relationships among resources, facilities, services, needs, and values; and/or
2) independently performing professional work involving written analysis, evaluation and recommendations for problem resolution in a court or legal setting, or those social work or administrative programs of the courts.
Examples of this Type 2 professional work include assistant court administrator, social worker, data processing systems analyst, program budget analyst, program evaluation analyst, personnel management specialist, research statistician, planner, etc. with professional work experience in the court system.
Do you meet the Specialized Experience requirement?
Yes, I meet this requirement and the Work Experience section of my application includes a detailed description of my duties and responsibilities where I gained this experience. No, I do not meet this requirement.
04
Desired Qualifications:
Although not required, please describe in detail your experience of the following: If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate "None" in the space below.
Knowledge of: education theory and methods, with a specific focus on adult education; curriculum design, instructional design, course assessment and evaluation techniques; the legal system, specifically the courts; research legal subject areas; office methods and procedures; problem solving techniques; communication skills and methods; organization techniques and project management. Proficiency in the use of word processing spreadsheet, database management and presentation software.
Ability to: work independently with limited supervision; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; effectively communicate and negotiate with Judiciary employees and outside presenters; plan work efficiently and in conjunction with established goals and objectives; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, administrators and committees; plan, organize, conduct and evaluate education programs; organize multiple tasks and priorities; learn and implement new concepts; adapt to change; interpret and effectively communicate policies and procedures; instruct individuals and groups; interpret policies governing judicial education to advisory committees and program participants; act in a lead capacity for projects and program areas. 05
Allowable Substitution - Advanced Degree:
If you possess an advanced degree from an accredited college or university and would like to use the degree to substitute for some or all of the required Specialized Experience, please provide the following information:
1) Name of the institution where degree was conferred. 2) Type of degree conferred, i.e. Master's, Juris Doctor, etc. 3) Your major. 06
Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents : You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents by email, mail or attaching them to your online application at the time of application.
If these documents are not received within two weeks after receipt of your application, your application may be rejected as incomplete.
If you are selected, we will need an
original
official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or course work and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.
I understand and will submit the required information. I will not be submitting supporting documents and understand that my application may be rejected for being incomplete.
07
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. The information you provide on your application along with your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements indicated on the job posting. 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
$4,961.00 Monthly Location :
Honolulu Job Type:
Various Job Number:
25-205TO Department:
1st Circuit Opening Date:
09/21/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Specific Description
Recruitment Number 25-205TO,
Court Operations Specialist III (Training & Education), SR-20, Honolulu, Oahu.
This position requires a current, valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.
Note: Multi-level recruitments are being conducted at the Court Operations Specialist II, III, IV & V (Training & Education) levels to fill one vacancy. Please visit our website at to view the job announcements and minimum qualification requirements for the other levels. Summary of Duties
Independently conducts a variety of complex studies and assignments in assessing existing court program operations to develop, implement and evaluate modifications to guidelines, policies, procedures, standards and work methods necessary for effective and efficient operations. This position will independently develop and conduct training and education activities focused on newly created or updated standardized policies, operating procedures and guidelines; also perform a range of educational functions to improve employee morale and productivity; and perform other duties as required. Minimum Qualification Requirements
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, or progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background of the type and quality described below may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Specialized Experience:
Oneand one-half (1-½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in one or combination of the following:
1) analyzing, evaluating, developing, improving managerial policies, practices, systems, methods and procedures; and considering the relationships among resources, facilities, services, needs, and values; and/or,
2) independently performing professional work involving written analysis, evaluation and recommendations for problem resolution in a court or legal setting, or those social work or administrative programs of the courts.
Examples
of this Type 2 professional work include assistant court administrator; social worker, data processing systems analyst, program budget analyst, program evaluation analyst, personnel management specialist, research statistician, planner, etc. with professional work experience in the court system.
Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of: education theory and methods, with a specific focus on adult education; curriculum design, instructional design, course assessment and evaluation techniques; the legal system, specifically the courts; research legal subject areas; office methods and procedures; problem solving techniques; communication skills and methods; organization techniques and project management. Proficiency in the use of word processing spreadsheet, database management and presentation software.
Ability to: work independently with limited supervision; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; effectively communicate and negotiate with Judiciary employees and outside presenters; plan work efficiently and in conjunction with established goals and objectives; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, administrators and committees; plan, organize, conduct and evaluate education programs; organize multiple tasks and priorities; learn and implement new concepts; adapt to change; interpret and effectively communicate policies and procedures; instruct individuals and groups; interpret policies governing judicial education to advisory committees and program participants; act in a lead capacity for projects and program areas.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
1. Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Master's degree in business or public administration or related field from an accredited college or university which demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the application of operations research, program analysis, evaluation methods and techniques may be substituted for one and one-half (1½) years of Specialized Experience.
2. Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a Ph.D. degree in business or public administration or related field from an accredited college or university which demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the application of operations research, program analysis, evaluation methods and techniques may be substituted for two and one-half (2½) years of Specialized Experience.
3. Graduation from an accredited law school may be substituted for two and one-half (2½) years of Specialized Experience.
Selective Certification Requirement - Driver's License:
A current, valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle is required. Supplemental Information
Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mail 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 transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
for other important information about the Merit or Civil Service System, Citizenship and Residency requirements, Accommodations, Veterans Preference, Examination process, Administrative Review, and more. Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following: 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
CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND OTHER RELATED INFORMATION 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. 01
Driver's License : This position requires a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Do you have a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle? If you answered yes, provide a copy of your driver's license with your application.
Yes No
02
Education Requirement:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree;
OR
progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background of the type and quality described below may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Do you meet this requirement?
Yes No
03
Specialized Experience Requirement:
One and one-half (1-½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in one or combination of the following:
1) analyzing, evaluating, developing, improving managerial policies, practices, systems, methods and procedures; and considering the relationships among resources, facilities, services, needs, and values; and/or
2) independently performing professional work involving written analysis, evaluation and recommendations for problem resolution in a court or legal setting, or those social work or administrative programs of the courts.
Examples of this Type 2 professional work include assistant court administrator, social worker, data processing systems analyst, program budget analyst, program evaluation analyst, personnel management specialist, research statistician, planner, etc. with professional work experience in the court system.
Do you meet the Specialized Experience requirement?
Yes, I meet this requirement and the Work Experience section of my application includes a detailed description of my duties and responsibilities where I gained this experience. No, I do not meet this requirement.
04
Desired Qualifications:
Although not required, please describe in detail your experience of the following: If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate "None" in the space below.
Knowledge of: education theory and methods, with a specific focus on adult education; curriculum design, instructional design, course assessment and evaluation techniques; the legal system, specifically the courts; research legal subject areas; office methods and procedures; problem solving techniques; communication skills and methods; organization techniques and project management. Proficiency in the use of word processing spreadsheet, database management and presentation software.
Ability to: work independently with limited supervision; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; effectively communicate and negotiate with Judiciary employees and outside presenters; plan work efficiently and in conjunction with established goals and objectives; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, administrators and committees; plan, organize, conduct and evaluate education programs; organize multiple tasks and priorities; learn and implement new concepts; adapt to change; interpret and effectively communicate policies and procedures; instruct individuals and groups; interpret policies governing judicial education to advisory committees and program participants; act in a lead capacity for projects and program areas. 05
Allowable Substitution - Advanced Degree:
If you possess an advanced degree from an accredited college or university and would like to use the degree to substitute for some or all of the required Specialized Experience, please provide the following information:
1) Name of the institution where degree was conferred. 2) Type of degree conferred, i.e. Master's, Juris Doctor, etc. 3) Your major. 06
Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents : You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents by email, mail or attaching them to your online application at the time of application.
If these documents are not received within two weeks after receipt of your application, your application may be rejected as incomplete.
If you are selected, we will need an
original
official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or course work and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.
I understand and will submit the required information. I will not be submitting supporting documents and understand that my application may be rejected for being incomplete.
07
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. The information you provide on your application along with your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements indicated on the job posting. 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