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State of Hawai'i

RESEARCH STATISTICIAN III - HILO, HAWAII ISLAND

State of Hawai'i, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814

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The current vacancy is with the

Department of Agriculture . Salary: $4,858 to 5,918 per month (SR-20, Step D to I) Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website. This position is with the Market Analysis and News Branch (MANB), Agricultural Development Division (ADD) of the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA). The ADD assists in researching, evaluating, developing, enhancing, and expanding local agricultural industries. Improving the efficiency of agricultural production and marketing, including the collection and publication of agricultural statistical data. The primary purpose of this position is to perform agricultural related research surveys and assist with research studies. Position is responsible for the collection of data by planning and conducting across-the-board surveys of wholesalers, processors, retailers, farmers, transportation companies and other identified data sources; validation, interpretation, and analysis of the data; and the development of narrative interpretation, reports and dissemination through various media The incumbent may be required to work overtime which may include weekends and/or holidays. May also be required to work, attend classes or conferences, or receive training on other islands and/or U.S. Mainland. During the course of conducting surveys or interviews, the incumbent may be required to traverse uneven ground and work in inclement weather conditions, which could involve heat, humidity, muddy, cold, and wet environments. Qualifications

Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Basic Education:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, which included three (3) semester credit hours in statistics. Specialized Experience:

One and one-half (1 1/2) years of professional work experience conducting research and/or statistical studies which involved planning and designing surveys; modifying and applying research and statistical methods and techniques to the collection and analysis of data; and preparing summaries or reports with data presented in graphic, narrative or numerical form. Driver's License:

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance. The

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

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