University of Hawaii System
(CASUAL) Communications Specialist
University of Hawaii System, Waimea, Hawaii, United States
Description
*** 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. 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) Communications Specialist
Hiring Unit: Ka Haka 'Ula o Ke'elikolani
Position:
CASUAL Hire
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: January 6, 2026
Closing Date: January 13, 2026
Salary: $40/hr
Full time/Part time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin February 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.
Responsibilities
Improve program visibility and engagement with stakeholders and public
Prepare/deliver information for release orally or in writing to the media and general public.
Develop a communications plan to increase visibility of various program's work (e.g. on website, newsletters, etc.) with governmental partners, education organizations, news media, and the public.
Creating content from existing and new material, and sharing through multiple channels
Developing a schedule of newsletters and briefings to be sent to leaders, tribes, education organizations, language education coalitions, state and local stakeholders
Developing and implementing an awareness strategy for assigned programs
Creating public affairs products, including blog posts, op-eds, one-pagers that can be shared widely
Engage with a variety of stakeholders
Develop a full-spectrum communications plan that bridges long-term vision with immediate action through clearly defined goals and supporting tactics.
Newsletter strategy, including audience, schedule, and content
Produce and place high-impact Op-Eds and blog posts detailing the past, current and future program reach and goals
Identifies, solicits and prioritizes stories, photographs functions and events, creates layout, directs design.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a baccalaureate degree with a concentration in English/Journalism, Marketing or Policy/Law and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for marketing, policy, communications consultation; or equivalent education/training or experience.
Demonstrated experience in project management working with internal and external teams on results-based materials.
Demonstrated Experience developing communications strategies.
Desirable Qualifications
Master's Degree in Education, Law or Marketing
Experience with digital media and branding
Familiarity with policy and education strategic planning
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:
Martha Bouchard, marthabo@hawaii.edu
Please refer to the Communications Specialist 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) Communications Specialist
Hiring Unit: Ka Haka 'Ula o Ke'elikolani
Position:
CASUAL Hire
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: January 6, 2026
Closing Date: January 13, 2026
Salary: $40/hr
Full time/Part time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin February 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.
Responsibilities
Improve program visibility and engagement with stakeholders and public
Prepare/deliver information for release orally or in writing to the media and general public.
Develop a communications plan to increase visibility of various program's work (e.g. on website, newsletters, etc.) with governmental partners, education organizations, news media, and the public.
Creating content from existing and new material, and sharing through multiple channels
Developing a schedule of newsletters and briefings to be sent to leaders, tribes, education organizations, language education coalitions, state and local stakeholders
Developing and implementing an awareness strategy for assigned programs
Creating public affairs products, including blog posts, op-eds, one-pagers that can be shared widely
Engage with a variety of stakeholders
Develop a full-spectrum communications plan that bridges long-term vision with immediate action through clearly defined goals and supporting tactics.
Newsletter strategy, including audience, schedule, and content
Produce and place high-impact Op-Eds and blog posts detailing the past, current and future program reach and goals
Identifies, solicits and prioritizes stories, photographs functions and events, creates layout, directs design.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a baccalaureate degree with a concentration in English/Journalism, Marketing or Policy/Law and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for marketing, policy, communications consultation; or equivalent education/training or experience.
Demonstrated experience in project management working with internal and external teams on results-based materials.
Demonstrated Experience developing communications strategies.
Desirable Qualifications
Master's Degree in Education, Law or Marketing
Experience with digital media and branding
Familiarity with policy and education strategic planning
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:
Martha Bouchard, marthabo@hawaii.edu
Please refer to the Communications Specialist 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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