Student Services Specialist (Navigator, 0097634T)

Student Services Specialist (Navigator, 0097634T) Location Leeward CC, Various Locations, HI Job Type Full-Time Temporary Job Number 2026-00986 Department Leeward Community College - Office of Workforce Development Opening Date 05/14/2026 Closing Date 5/29/2026 11:59

PM Hawaii Position Number:

0097634

T Description Title:

Student Services Specialist (Navigator)

Position No:

0097634

T Hiring Unit:

Office of Workforce Development Location:

Leeward Community College Date Posted:

May 14, 2026

Closing Date:

May 29, 2026, 11:59

PM HST Band:

B Salary:

Salary schedules and placement information

Additional Salary Info:

PBB, minimum $5,640/month

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time Month:

11-month

Temporary/Permanent:

Temporary Other Conditions:

temporary to 06/30/27, with the possibility of extension, pending satisfactory job performance, availability of funds, and actual staffing requirements. To begin approximately 07/2026, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. For Leeward CC days, evenings, weekends; on- and off-campus as required. Duties & Responsibilities (

Note:

• Essential Functions)
• Under general supervision, coordinate outreach, recruitment, on-boarding and case management activities for Oahu resident participants in Leeward Community College workforce training programs.
• Facilitate student access to hybrid and online courses for workforce training and provide technical support for students.
• Promote program awareness for non-credit studentstransitioning to credit prior learning options by serving as a liaison with Leeward CC faculty and staff, and guiding students through the transition process.
• Coordinate referrals to community partner services for students in need of wrap-around supports.
• Coordinate employer engagement and work-based learning outreach with campus stakeholders and facilitate participant referrals for internships, apprenticeships, job opportunities and attainment of employment outcomes.
• Support student advancement in college and career pathways through referrals to additional Leeward CC and UHCC grant-funded services and related programs.
• Monitor and facilitate participants' completion of industry certification exams and attainment of credentials.
• Build and implement a data collection process to track industry credential attainment and employment outcomes.

Other Duties as Assigned. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Education, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Business, or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience for educational programs or social work; 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 area of coordinating education, social work, case management or workforce-related programming 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 federally and state-funded workforce development and education programs. 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. Demonstrated experience with recruitment, marketing, case management and/or college and career advising. Demonstrated ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to participate in off-campus meetings and/or travel to other islands Ability to work outside of normal work hours including evenings and weekends. Desirable Qualifications Experience with the University of Hawaii systems, policies and procedures. Experience working with University of Hawaii's academic and/or continuing education programs. Experience working with higher education faculty, staff and administrators. Experience teaching, supporting or coordinating continuing education courses or programs in online, hybrid and face-to-face formats. Experience with online learning management systems. Experience developing and coordinating effective partnerships with Hawaii employers, industry associations, labor unions, and/or government agencies. Knowledge of higher education student success, college and career pathways, and/or college and career advising. Experience working with students and communities facing financial and/or systematic barriers to higher education. Knowledge of undergraduate student and academic support services including admissions/enrollment, financial aid, student advising processes, and tutoring. Commitment to, knowledge of, and/or experience working with diverse student populations. Possession of a master's degree.

Application Submission :

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

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 Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu