About the Department

Coordinates and supports the operational aspects of the Hawai‘i Police Department’s impaired, unsafe driving, and safety-related activities and programs in an effort to reduce traffic accidents, injuries, and deaths; develops educational and informational materials; trains and supervises school crossing guards; and performs other related duties.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Hawai'i Police Department - Traffic Services Division in Hilo.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list.  Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Special Working Conditions:  Available to work flexible hours and have access to insured vehicle for travelling as it relates to program activities.

Position Duties

• Collaborates with organizations within the community and other government agencies to coordinate strategic plans to reduce the number of motor vehicle related deaths and injuries caused by impaired and unsafe driving.

• Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of subordinate staff; provides training as necessary; conducts job performance evaluations.
• Initiates and maintains regular contact with community and private agencies to encourage support and participation in the various prevention campaigns and impaired driving program activities; works closely with groups to ensure that the   programs remain viable.
• Gathers data and statistics concerning traffic crashes and incidents; prepares reports for internal review, public meetings, or grant applications.
• Maintains data related to impaired driving, traffic violations, and traffic accidents; analyzes data to identify traffic safety concerns; prepares reports of recommendations.
• Develops and prepares training materials for presentations; plans and coordinates and/or conducts training sessions or informational meetings for various government and community organizations; coordinates logistics.
• Evaluates the traffic violation notification system; receives and reviews traffic violation complaints and prepares follow-up correspondence to the registered owner of the vehicle.
• Prepares administrative and statistical reports; maintains files and records.
• Operates a vehicle to perform work-related duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience: 
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
• two (2) years of work experience in conducting training or educational workshops or facilitating community group activities, and
• demonstrated supervisory aptitude*, and
• possession of a good driving record certified by a traffic abstract confirming no DUI convictions, license revocations, or suspensions for three (3) years preceding and no moving violations for one (1) year preceding.  A current traffic abstract is valid for 30 days from date of issuance by the district court.  (You will be required to submit your current traffic abstract at time of the job interview), and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver’s license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).

Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.)

*Supervisory aptitude is the ability or potential of an individual to perform supervisory duties as demonstrated:

• by the successful completion of regular assignments that involved some supervisory responsibilities or aspects;
• by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exists;
• by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or
• by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential

Examination:  All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points.  An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully.  Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score.  It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note:  In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency.  If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of:  public relations;  principles and practices of supervision;  principles of motivation and group dynamics;  research methods and techniques;  methods for evaluating and analyzing facts, information, and issues to resolve problems;  hazards and safety precautions in operating a motor vehicle;  grant writing, report and letter writing;  and government organizations and functions.

Ability to:  plan, organize, coordinate, and facilitate group activities, meetings, and training sessions;  assign, review, and supervise the work of subordinate staff;  develop educational and training programs and materials;  conduct training sessions;  summarize data, analyze facts and information, make sound recommendations;  communicate effectively orally and in writing;  prepare clear and concise reports;  establish and maintain good working relationships with personnel from government, community, and private agencies;  deal tactfully and effectively with County officials, employees, and the public;  and operate personal computers and various software applications.

Physical Requirements:  Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping:  Light

Benefits of County Employment: The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package.  Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements:  Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.  (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)    
• Vacation:  Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave:  Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays:  The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development:  The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.   
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:   You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.  
• Retirement Plan:The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation:  Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan:  Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
• Health Benefit Plans:  The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):  This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance:  Free life insurance policy for active employees.  
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves:  You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.  Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Other Qualifications

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• an official college transcript,
• a valid driver's license,
• a temporary assignment verification, 
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates.

Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

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APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/countyhawaii

E-mail: [email protected]