What are the responsibilities and job description for the FILM INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST IV - OAHU position at State of Hawaii?
Recruitment Information
Recruitment Number OHHI-25073
This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast-tracking qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai’i.
Applications received for this recruitment will be reviewed for Legal Authorization to work in the US. All applicants who pass the Legal Authorization review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review of the application.
Applicants who meet the initial review requirements at the departmental level may be contacted by the hiring program for an interview. All applicants interviewed by the hiring program will be notified of their selection or non-selection by the department.
The application referral and potential interview conducted at the departmental level does not imply that applicants have met all Minimum Qualification Requirements. A thorough review of all applications received will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development and all applicants will be notified of the final disposition.
Salary: $5,258 to $6,399 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.
This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.
Duties Summary
The Film Industry Development Specialist IV provides various assistance to producers filming in Hawaii; participates in promoting Hawaii as a production site for commercial filming; participates in studies associated with the development and promotion of the film industry in Hawaii; and performs other related duties as assigned.
This class reflects a fully competent worker participating in all phases of the statewide Hawaii film industry development program. This program is concerned with encouraging the motion picture and television industries to use Hawaii as a production site for feature films, television films/programs, and television commercials through promotional efforts and the provision of assistance in obtaining required clearances, services, etc. A position in this class assists producers in identifying appropriate facilities, personnel and services and obtaining necessary permits, licenses and clearances for the use of desired locations, equipment, etc., and in obtaining any other necessary assistance from private and public sources; assists foreign producers with visas and other immigration matters; coordinates motion picture and television production activities with State, County, Federal, and other non-governmental organizations; and participates in promoting the advantages of Hawaii's locations, talent and other resources. The work also includes conducting studies associated with the motion picture and television industries as they relate to the development and promotion of the film industry in Hawaii.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
Legal Authorization to Work:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
General Experience: One and one-half (1-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in information research and dissemination, public relations work which required establishing and maintaining effective relations with public information and communication media, or work in marketing, advertising and business promotion.
Specialized Experience: One (1) year of responsible work experience which demonstrated the possession and application of knowledge of the film industry (motion picture and television), its economic characteristics and impact; marketing and advertising related to the film industry; film production personnel and their respective roles; governmental organizations impacting upon the film industry; filmmaking services such as sound stages, post-production facilities, etc.; and government permit procedures. The applicant must also have demonstrated the ability to conduct studies relating to the film industry.
Substitution Allowed: Relevant substitution as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE. (Download PDF reader)
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Other Information
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.
CLICK HERE (Download PDF reader) for Important Information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
Salary : $5,258 - $6,399
