State of Hawai'i
The immediate vacancies are as follows:
Department of Defense, Engineering Division
Department of Accounting & General Services, Public Works Division
Department of Transportation, Airports Division
Salary:
$4,221 to $5,338 per month (SR-15, Step C to I), effective: 7/1/25. 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. The Contract Assistant II drafts engineering contracts and specifications, and provides a variety of other services in the preparation and processing of contracts; and performs other duties as required. A position in this class serves as senior assistant in contract documents preparation and processing for a large operating department involving several major construction and maintenance programs. In addition to contracts and specifications work, they are responsible for the publication of legal notices, issuance of plans and specifications, receipt of bids, and the referral of inquiries from the general public to the proper parties. The work of this class is performed independently. Qualifications
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work:
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 Experience/Education:
Graduation from high school or equivalent. Specialized Experience:
Four (4) years of responsible experience in preparing or processing contracts, specifications and related legal instruments or notices requiring the knowledge and application of pertinent laws, policies and procedures. The applicant's experience must show that they possess the knowledge and the proper application of specification writing, drafting of contracts and legal notices, and contract letting, including but not limited to the advertisement for bids, instructions to bidders, proposals, contract and bond forms. Substitutions Allowed:
Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply. Additional Information
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. PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM The 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. For more information, please visit the official website. ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.
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$4,221 to $5,338 per month (SR-15, Step C to I), effective: 7/1/25. 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. The Contract Assistant II drafts engineering contracts and specifications, and provides a variety of other services in the preparation and processing of contracts; and performs other duties as required. A position in this class serves as senior assistant in contract documents preparation and processing for a large operating department involving several major construction and maintenance programs. In addition to contracts and specifications work, they are responsible for the publication of legal notices, issuance of plans and specifications, receipt of bids, and the referral of inquiries from the general public to the proper parties. The work of this class is performed independently. Qualifications
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work:
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 Experience/Education:
Graduation from high school or equivalent. Specialized Experience:
Four (4) years of responsible experience in preparing or processing contracts, specifications and related legal instruments or notices requiring the knowledge and application of pertinent laws, policies and procedures. The applicant's experience must show that they possess the knowledge and the proper application of specification writing, drafting of contracts and legal notices, and contract letting, including but not limited to the advertisement for bids, instructions to bidders, proposals, contract and bond forms. Substitutions Allowed:
Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply. Additional Information
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. PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM The 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. For more information, please visit the official website. ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.
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