Human Resources Specialist III (Compensation Management) - Honolulu, Oahu

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Honolulu

Job Type : Various

Job Number : 25-002TO

Department : Human Resources Department

Division : Compensation Management

Opening Date : 01 / 05 / 2025

Position Specific Description

Recruitment Number 25-002TO , Human Resources Specialist III (Compensation Management), SR-20D ($4,858 per month) to SR-20F ($5,258 per month)

• Honolulu, Oahu.
• Starting salary may be at a rate between the salary range listed above, based on qualifications.

NOTE : This is a multi-level recruitment for Human Resources Specialist III & IV (Compensation Management) . See 25-003TO Human Resources Specialist IV (Compensation Management) recruitment.

Summary of Duties

The position is assigned moderately difficult position classification and compensation management work regularly encompassing problems of average difficulty and complexity. The position reviews, analyzes and recommends position classification; conducts classification desk audits, surveys and studies; participates in the research and development of new and / or revises existing class specifications and minimum qualification requirements; analyzes classes to determine appropriate pricing and to provide comments on inter-jurisdictional equal pay reviews; gathers information and responds to salary surveys; provides technical advice and assistance to programs / divisions; and performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education Requirement : Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background in the field of management, education, training or human resources administration may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Experience of a routine clerical nature is not qualifying.

Specialized Experience : One and one-half (1-1 / 2) years of professional experience in one or any combination of human resources management functions, i.e., recruitment, placement, examinations, position classification, compensation or wage administration, employee management relations and services, employee development, human resources program development and services, labor relations and human resources research.

Such experience must show the ability to deal satisfactorily with fellow workers and / or operating personnel, to recognize problems in the operation of a human resources program, and to suggest practical solutions, and otherwise to accept responsibility in the field of human resources administration. Clerical experience in a human resources program involving work which is limited to the application of human resources rules, regulations and procedures in support of the human resources functions described above is not qualifying.

Desired Qualifications : Experience in public sector human resources management which included knowledge of civil service laws and rules OR professional human resources compensation management experience which demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of job evaluation and pricing.

Substitution of Education for Experience :

a. Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for six (6) months of the Specialized Experience.

b. Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management may be substituted for one (1) year of the Specialized Experience.

c. Possession of a Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university in personnel administration, personnel and industrial relations or human resources management will be deemed to have met the Specialized Experience requirement.

Supplemental Information

Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address : Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.

Education : If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your official transcripts at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training or the awarding of the appropriate degree.

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Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following :

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The above benefits are subject to modification or termination due to changes in statutes, collective bargaining provisions, and / or policies, etc. This summary does not constitute a legal document or contract. Benefits may vary by type of employment and employment conditions.

Education : This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR progressively responsible experience in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which has provided a general background in the field of management, education, training or human resources administration may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Do you meet this requirement?

Please provide a detailed description of your professional human resources management experience. If you possess experience in public sector human resources management, please include your knowledge of civil service laws and rules OR professional human resources compensation management experience which demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of job evaluation and pricing.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected. Therefore, it is important that you provide the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month / year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Do not submit an online or hard copy resume in place of the application or supplemental questionnaire. However, if you choose to submit a resume in addition to your application, be sure it includes the same employment information mentioned above.

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Salary : $4,858 - $5,258