(CASUAL) - Educational Technology Specialist

(CASUAL) - Educational Technology Specialist Salary See Position Description Location Hilo, HI Job Type Full-Time Temporary Job Number 2026-00625 Department University of Hawai'i at Hilo Division Student Affairs - Educational Assistance Center Opening Date 03/20/2026 Closing Date 3/27/2026 11:59

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CASUAL Description •Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, 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 as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). 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)

Educational Technology Specialist Hiring Unit:

Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center Position:

•Casual Hire•

Location:

UH Hilo Date Posted:

March 20, 2026

Closing Date:

March 27, 2026

Salary:

$31.35/hour Full time/Part time: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Temporary/Permanent:

Temporary Other Conditions:

Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin April 2026, or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.

Duties:

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student center, provides technical, online, and social media support to staff and students participating in the Kukulu Program to enhance learning environments and improve the persistence and graduation of Native Hawaiian returning, transfer, and Hawaiian language and culture students. Plans, develops, and delivers workshops and training for staff and students on effective use of technology tools, learning platforms, and digital resources to support academic and program goals. Collaborates with Kipuka staff and peer mentors to design and implement social media strategies, create engaging digital content, and manage posts across multiple channels (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X). Assist with communication and outreach, including disseminating information on upcoming events, resources, and program highlights through Kipuka's social media platforms, website, and email newsletters. Coordinates and collaborates with Kipuka staff to support Kukulu Program technology needs, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to improvements in digital systems and user experience. Works in multiple work settings (on-campus, virtual, community sites) and maintains a flexible schedule as required. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited university and one (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for online marketing, digital communications, or technological support; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indications. Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo programs and services. Demonstrated experience in social media marketing and advertising. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.

A complete application must include:

Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met Resume Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment). Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution 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. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Inquiries :

Hualani Loo, loorache@hawaii.edu Please refer to the Educational Technology Specialist Casual Hire when making inquiries. EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ , or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request:

The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/ Employer University of Hawaii Department University of Hawai'i at Hilo Address 200 W. Kawili Street Hilo, Hawaii, 96720 Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu