Graduate Assistant (Social Work
- Ke Ao Mau, 0000GA11) Location UH Manoa, Honolulu, HI Job Type Part-Time Temporary Job Number 2026-01035 Department University of Hawai'i at Manoa
- Thompson School of Social Work & Public Health
- DSW Opening Date 05/18/2026 Closing Date 6/1/2026 11:59
PM Hawaii Position Number:
0000GA11
Description Title:
Graduate Assistant (Social Work
Position Number:
0000GA11
Hiring Unit:
Thompson School of Social Work & Public Health Location:
University of Hawaii at
Manoa Date Posted:
May 18, 2026
Closing Date:
June 1, 2026
Salary Information:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Monthly Type:
11-month
Full Time/Part Time:
Part Time (.50 FTE)
Temporary/Permanent:
Temporary Funding:
Extramural funds
Other Conditions:
To begin approximately in June or as soon thereafter, not to exceed May 15, 2027, annually renewable, depending on availability of funding, program needs, and satisfactory performance Duties and Responsibilities Provide support to interdisciplinary course, Ke Ao Mau. Specifically, this course provides students with a unique body of culturally-anchored and community-based ike (knowledge), skills, and values that facilitate work with kanaka maoli (Native Hawaiians). Work with instructor, associated faculty, kumu loea and students during the course semester(s) and through course preparation Provide support for all elements of the course and for community engagement elements connected to projects Provide overarching communications support as needed for associated Ke Ao Mau projects Develop reports, presentations, etc. Support activities associated with Huakai, including engaging with community partners Liaise with Native Hawaiian Serving organizations connected to student s service hours Support efforts and development of Ke Ao Mau mentoring program. Lead efforts associated with development and dissemination of Ke Ao Mau projects publicity via email, social media, flyers, website etc. Coordinate Ke Ao Mau community sessions and activities related to projects. Assist with coordination of submission project documents, fiscal documents, Kumu loea request, payments, etc. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Be a classified degree-seeking student in a Masters or PhD program in Social Work, Public Health or related field under UHM Graduate Division; Be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above Maintain 6 credits per semester with the exception of those who have reached 800 (dissertation) or 700F (thesis) Strong interest in Native Hawaiian cultural practices Strong interest in interdisciplinary and community-based research and instruction Strong experience with Zoom, oral, writing, and interpersonal skills Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, public health, or related field Experience in social work or related field with an interest or background in child and family welfare Experience with Native Hawaiian populations Ability to generate project reports Competency in cross-cultural community work
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documents/information. 1. Current resume or curriculum vitae; 2. A cover letter describing how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; 3. Names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least 3 professional references.
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Inquiries:
Theresa Kreif, kreif@hawaii.edu 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 Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu
