University of Hawaii System
(CASUAL) Returning and Transfer Student Coordinator
University of Hawaii System, Waimea, Hawaii, United States
Applicants seeking short-term or part‑time work with the University of Hawai‘i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional‑type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full‑time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part‑time employees.
Title: (CASUAL) Returning and Transfer Student Coordinator
Hiring Unit: Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center
Position: Casual Hire
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: December 26, 2025
Closing Date: January 5, 2026
Salary: $33.27/hour
Full time/Part time: Full‑time (40 hours/week)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin on January 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.
Duties:
Under the general supervision of the Student Development Coordinator of Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center, provides direct academic, career and financial aid advising for Native Hawaiian returning and transfer students in consultation with relevant units in the UH Hilo Division of Student Affairs.
Coordinate and facilitate the Kukulu Transfer Student cohort program.
Outreach to and collaborate with academic and support programs at UH Hilo and UH System Community College in support of transfer students.
Conduct, coordinate, and evaluate student success and development workshops and activities.
Oversee and maintain data collection for student participants.
Hire, train, supervise and evaluate peer mentors to assist implementation of programs and activities.
Work in multiple work settings to maintain a variable work schedule as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited university and 1 year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for supporting transfer students in higher education; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
Previous experience working with transfer students in a higher education institution.
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian educational programs, activities, and resources.
Desirable Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo programs and services.
To Apply: Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.
A complete application must include:
Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
Resume
Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).
Transcripts issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course‑by‑course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted.
Please do not include any self‑identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies. All requested documents/information will become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Hualani Loo, loorache@hawaii.edu. Please refer to the Returning and Transfer Student Coordinator Casual Hire when making inquiries.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit:
https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Title: (CASUAL) Returning and Transfer Student Coordinator
Hiring Unit: Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center
Position: Casual Hire
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: December 26, 2025
Closing Date: January 5, 2026
Salary: $33.27/hour
Full time/Part time: Full‑time (40 hours/week)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin on January 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.
Duties:
Under the general supervision of the Student Development Coordinator of Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center, provides direct academic, career and financial aid advising for Native Hawaiian returning and transfer students in consultation with relevant units in the UH Hilo Division of Student Affairs.
Coordinate and facilitate the Kukulu Transfer Student cohort program.
Outreach to and collaborate with academic and support programs at UH Hilo and UH System Community College in support of transfer students.
Conduct, coordinate, and evaluate student success and development workshops and activities.
Oversee and maintain data collection for student participants.
Hire, train, supervise and evaluate peer mentors to assist implementation of programs and activities.
Work in multiple work settings to maintain a variable work schedule as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited university and 1 year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for supporting transfer students in higher education; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
Previous experience working with transfer students in a higher education institution.
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian educational programs, activities, and resources.
Desirable Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo programs and services.
To Apply: Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.
A complete application must include:
Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
Resume
Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).
Transcripts issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course‑by‑course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted.
Please do not include any self‑identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies. All requested documents/information will become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Hualani Loo, loorache@hawaii.edu. Please refer to the Returning and Transfer Student Coordinator Casual Hire when making inquiries.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit:
https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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