Professional Trainee I - (Geographic Information Systems Analyst I)

Performs as an entry level trainee in one of the professional specialty areas of government;  learns the work procedures, principles, policies, techniques, and references essential to the specialized professional work to be performed;  receives training on the goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertinent to the assigned program;  and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed twelve (12) months with the Civil Defense Agency in Hilo.

Special Working Conditions:

• After hours, weekends, and holiday work are required.
• On 24-hour status in anticipation of natural disaster, enemy attack, etc.
• Reports to office under disaster conditions.
• Performs long hours on duty during civil defense alerts and emergencies.

• Attends training and receives orientation in the basic functions fundamental to the professional specialty area.
• Expands on current knowledge to develop technical requirements essential to the completion of assignments.
• Learns the basic principles, concepts, work processes and reference materials fundamental to the professional work to be performed.
• Receives orientation on the goals, objectives, philosophy, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertinent to the program.
• Learns to apply work processes and techniques by performing simple, selected tasks and assignments in the professional specialty area.
• Accompanies higher level specialists on field trips as an observer.
• Analyzes problems, conducts fact finding, applies appropriate guides and standards, draws sound conclusions, and prepares written reports of findings and recommendations. 
• Participates in the planning of programs and projects.
• May operate a vehicle to perform work-related duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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
• possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at the time of filing.  (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at the time of hire, if the position requires a driver's license.)

Knowledge of:  Research methods and techniques;  report writing;  problem solving methods and techniques;  general principles of government organization and functions;  and the use of standard office machines, personal computer, and software applications. 

Ability to:  Learn and apply basic principles, concepts, and work processes fundamental to the professional work to be performed;  learn and apply laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures, and reference materials fundamental to the specialty area;  obtain, analyze, and evaluate facts;  successfully complete assignments selected for development to the next level of work;  formulate ideas and express them clearly and concisely orally and in writing;  establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;  operate standard office machines and equipment including personal computer;  and follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirement:  Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping:  Light

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.

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Salary : $49,860 - $71,016