Job Description
Description **** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai’i may apply for Casual Hire appointments, 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 provided to regular Board of Regents or 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 Hire) Student Support Specialist Position Number: * Casual Hire Hiring Unit: Hawaii Community College Location: Hilo Date Posted: May 08, 2026 Closing Date: May 15, 2026 Salary: $25.72/hour Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Duties and Responsibilities Provide support services to program-eligible college students in the following areas: academic advising, financial aid/scholarship counseling, career planning, and personal guidance. Provide support in managing and overseeing student support services, ensuring the delivery of effective assistance to program participants. Assist in coordinating the recruitment and selection process of peer mentor/peer tutors and project participants. Assist in coordinating the delivery of training and development services to student employees and program participants, equipping them with the necessary skills to support their peers effectively. Design and implement academic learning skills and personal development workshops tailored to the needs of program participants, fostering their academic and personal growth. Organize and conduct academic survival and enrichment workshops and cultural/social enrichment activities. Establish effective partnerships with staff, faculty, and stakeholders within the institution and the broader community to support program participants. Assist in developing and implementing strategies to address educational barriers. Develop, collect, and maintain student, service, and program data for program assessments, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. Assignments may include evening and weekend work; and travel between Hilo, West Hawaii, and other off-site locations. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Education, Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, Sociology, Social Work College Student Personnel Services, Liberal Arts, Human Resources, English, Communications, Hawaiian Studies/Language, Mathematics, Nursing, Engineering, Business Administration or related field and one (1) year of professional experience with the responsibility of providing tutorial services, academic support, and academic advising to college students; or equivalent education/training or experience. Desirable Qualifications Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or related field. Previous experience with or tutoring/training coordination, college teaching, or counseling. Background in designing, managing, or implementing programs related to tutoring, counseling, student affairs, teaching, or similar fields. Demonstrated ability to work independently and creatively to address student needs and program goals. Strong attention to detail and a track record of following through on project completion. Experience in developing and managing budgets to support program activities and initiatives. Demonstrated commitment or experience in promoting equity and fostering a diverse workforce and academic environment. Application Submission : . A Copy of your academic transcript(s) appropriate to the position are required to be attached in order to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; copies of diplomas will NOT be accepted). Official transcripts are required at the time of hire. Transcripts issued 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 will be required before date of hire. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant: Statement outlining how you meet minimum (and desirable, if applicable) qualification; Names and contact information of three (3) references familiar with your job performance; Resume.