Educational Specialist (Workforce Development Coord. - Motorcycle, 0097388T)

Educational Specialist (Workforce Development Coord. - Motorcycle, 0097388T) Salary $5,434.00 Monthly Location Various Locations, HI Job Type Full-Time Temporary Job Number 2026-00626 Department Leeward Community College Division Public Service - Non-Credit Opening Date 03/23/2026 Closing Date 4/8/2026 11:59

PM Hawaii Position Number:

0097388

T Description Title:

Educational Specialist (Workforce Development Coordinator - Motorcycle)

Position Number:

0097388

T Hiring Unit:

Office of Workforce Development Location:

Leeward Community College Date Posted:

March 23, 2026

Closing Date:

April 08, 2026 11:59 PM (HST)

Band:

B Salary:

salary schedule and placement information

Additional Salary Info:

PBB; minimum $5,434/month

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time Month:

11-month

Temporary/Permanent:

Temporary Other Conditions:

Temporary to 09/30/26 with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance, availability of funds, and actual staffing requirements. To begin approximately 05/2026 pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. May be for Leeward CC days, evenings, or weekends on- and off-campus. Duties and Responsibilities (

• denotes Essential Functions)
• Coordinates the development of non-credit, continuing education or workforce training programs designed to meet employer's and incumbent workers' needs for skill development and employment training.
• Coordinates and manages multiple continuing education or workforce training programs that align with state or nationally recognized industry credentials where possible. Program assignments may include, but are not limited to Motorcycle Safety, and other related non-credit continuing education or workforce training programs as assigned.
• Meets regularly with stakeholders and community that are interested in participating in continuing education and/or training programs. Attends and participates in off-campus meetings and events to market programs and course offerings.
• Activities and tasks may include but will not be limited to budget management, program logistics (scheduling, coordinating registration and monitoring course enrollment), recruitment and outreach, and personnel management.
• Assists in the development of program resources through such avenues as tuition revenue, grant writing, partnership development, contract training, or other extramural funding opportunities. Assists with contract narratives, justifications, continuances and extensions.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with employers, government, industry, education and community representatives to identify training needs and funding resources to develop training programs.
• Conducts labor market research, market research, employer needs assessment, and inventory of education opportunities.
• Evaluates and make recommendations on continuing education and training programs and courses that are relevant to current, new and future markets.
• Promotes student retention and achievement, and assists students in overcoming barriers to success.
• Recruits, supervises, and evaluates instructors.
• Plans and organizes day, evening, and weekend classes, including instructional assignments and student support services.

Works outside normally scheduled hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as directed. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Education, Agriculture, Business, Computer Science, Finance, Communications, Social Science, Arts & Humanities, Human Resources, Occupational Safety, or any Career and Technical Education field and three year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for educational administration; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the areas of continuing education as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies. Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with administrative and program management. Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner. Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software. For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations. Demonstrated ability to use electronic spreadsheets and presentation software. Successful experience in developing and managing program budgets for revenue generation. Knowledge of current and emerging research and policy about workforce development, career and technical education, and continuing education. Experience in curriculum development and/or program evaluation. Experience and/or knowledge with distance education and online learning management systems. Experience working in a community college setting. Ability to travel in a timely manner for purposes of attending meetings, training and other activities. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Demonstrated ability working with diverse populations, including adult learners and community college students. Desirable Qualifications Master's degree from any accredited university. Two years of work experience related to motorcycle safety and/or training. Advanced qualifications as RiderCoach Trainer. Administrative experience in a college or comparable experience in an educational agency, industry, or government with an emphasis on program/project evaluation, and implementing new initiatives with diverse stakeholders. Working knowledge of pedagogy and andragogy as demonstrated through successful teaching experience at a post-secondary institution or related experience. Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Experience in successful grant writing. Knowledge of higher education research and/or initiatives about student success.

Application Submission :

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Documents include:

Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (Copies of transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.). All degree(s) and/or credit(s) must be earned from regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary colleges and universities recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. Transcripts 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. A brief one-page cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications. Three letters of recommendation (optional) attesting to job performance and personal character. Resume Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. If multiple applications are received from the same candidate, only the last one will be reviewed. The application will be considered incomplete if any of the required documents/materials are not included or are unreadable. Applications lacking transcripts will be reviewed on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). MQs must be met by the closing date of the advertisement. Please REDACT references to social security numbers and birth date on submitted documents. All requested documents/information become the property of Leeward Community College and will not be returned.

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Inquiries:

Leeward Community College Human Resources Office 808-455-0326 lcchr@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. In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

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 Leeward Community College Address 96-045 Ala Ike Pearl City, Hawaii, 96782 Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu