Recruitment Information

This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Defense, Youth Challenge Academy.
This position is located on the Island of Oahu, Kalaeloa
Salary Range: Commensurate with Education & Experience
If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact Director Sina Atanoa at: sina.atanoa@hawaii.gov
The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of Defense, Youth Challenge Academy.

Duties Summary

The Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy (HINGYCA) is part of a nationwide strategy to help at-promise youths, ages 15 ½ -18, reclaim their lives. The Academy is a voluntary and drug-free program where military-style discipline provides a strong platform for self-control, responsibility, respect, and resourcefulness. The Academy's academic curriculum is based on the Department of Education High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) and the General Education Development (GED), which is supplemented with comprehensive work and life-skills training.
This position serves as the Assistant Director of the Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy and will be responsible for assisting the Youth Challenge Program Director in the operation, administration, and management of the program.
A flex work schedule that includes day, evening, weekend, nights, and holiday hours may also be worked.
The Hawaii National Guard Youth CHalleNGe Academy, at any allotted time, without notice, reserves the right to adjust, modify and or make changes to the duties and responsibilities of this position to ensure Mission success.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS OF THE WORK
Must have experience supervising personnel.
Experience safeguarding, person(s), the community and/or businesses.
Have worked in a team/collaborative environment.
Have demonstrated ability to work in a stressful environment.
Bachelor's degree and teaching credential or master’s degree in an education-related field and State of Hawaii Professional School Administrator's Certificate preferred.
Ability to plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of a staff of professional and sub-professional personnel; develop and maintain effective relationships with parental and community groups; deal tactfully and effectively with others; communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; analyze-programs; -and-present and explain budget to public officials and others.
Must pass National Agency Check and Criminal Background Check.
Possess a valid license to drive in the State of Hawaii, and appropriate military driver’s license, if applicable.
Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification (American Red Cross, American Heart Association)
PREFERERED QUALIFICATIONS
National Guard, Reserve and Retired Military members.
Knowledge of principles and practices of school management; principles and practices of supervision; educational principles and learning theories; principles and practices of public relations and budget preparation.
Experience working with at-promise youth.
Knowledge of the function of the YCA program and objectives; military organization, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Must have the ability to instruct/communicate orally to a group of people.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other; keep records and prepare reports; communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; direct and supervise at risk youth.
Two (2) years of high school teaching experience.

Other Information

Positions provide direct student/cadet supervision, 24/7, during the 22-week residential program.
Work schedule will include day, evening, weekend, nights, and holiday hours.
This position is exempt from the civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be "at will", which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative your department head or designee at any time.
WHO MAY APPLY:
Legal Authorization to Work Requirement: 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.
HOW TO APPLY:
Email the following documents to: sina.atanoa@hawaii.gov

• Your cover letter.
• Detailed resume

This is a non-civil service position. Benefit information will be provided at time of offer by the Department Personnel Officer or Director of the hiring department.

Listed below is a summary of the benefits the State offers to exempt employees, which is based on full-time employment.

Paid Holidays

Eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.

Paid Vacation

Eligible for 21 days per year.

Paid Sick Leave

Eligible for 21 days per year.

Other Leaves

Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.

Health Insurance

The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.

Group Life Insurance

The State provides a free life insurance policy for eligible exempt employees.

Retirement Plan

The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.

Premium Conversion Plan

Participating exempt employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Eligible exempt employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes by setting aside money from their paychecks to pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.

Transportation Benefits

Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.

Deferred Compensation

The State offers exempt employees a tax-deferred retirement savings program. This program allows employees to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary, pre-tax payroll deductions. A broad range of investment options are available to select from.

Temporary Disability Insurance

Qualified exempt employees may be eligible to receive partial wage replacement, at no cost to the employee, for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.

Social Security

As an employer, the State also contributes to an exempt employee's social security account.

Training & Continuing Education

The State supports developmental activities related to an exempt employee's work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.

Travel Expenses

The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.

Union & Collective Bargaining

Exempt employees may have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation depending on the status of the exempt position.

The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.

The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Revised 01/13