Youth Engagement Specialist - Olino Pathways (Technology)

Job Purpose

The Youth Engagement Specialist (YES) will support ʻŌlino Pathways Technology -esports and game design programming at Liliʻuokalani Center. This role emphasizes competitive esports play, team-building, and mentoring youth in structured and casual gameplay, while also assisting with game design programming and related technology. The YES will engage directly with youth by supporting day-to-day operations of the esports and game design programs and contribute to building a positive and inclusive gaming culture at LC.

Lili’uokalani Center (LC)

Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT’s signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support and assist facilitating esports programming at LC, including competitive play, team-based training, and community tournaments.
• Mentor youth in team building, communication, and leadership skills through structured and casual gameplay.
• Assist with game design and technology programming, introducing youth to tools such as video game design, game play mechanics, etc.
• Support the opening, closing, and daily operation of the esports and technology spaces.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of special events, workshops, and showcases.
• Provide guidance and support to youth under the direction of the ʻŌlino Pathways Technology Team.
• Assist with transportation and supervision of participants as needed.
• Provide administrative and logistical support, ensuring efficient program operations.
• Demonstrate awareness of and engagement with Kanaka Maoli/Native Hawaiian culture and practices
  
  

Other Duties

• Contribute to the Trust’s success by accepting new assignments, supporting team members, and learning new skills.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Work evening and weekend hours as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to participate in esports programming with prior experience in esports clubs/programs
• Prior experience as a collegiate-level or high school-level competitive esports player preferred.
• Familiarity with popular esports titles (e.g., League of Legends, Super Smash Bros, Rocket League, etc.) and casual multiplayer games.
• Experience working with youth in a mentorship role.
• Demonstrated ability to use workplace technology platforms: laptop, web-based applications, project management tools/software, and communication platforms.
• Valid driver’s license, clean traffic abstract
• TB clearance
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
  
  

LT strongly believes in hiring individuals reflective to the community it serves, including lived experiences, striving for representative diversity among its staff.

Key Required Competencies

• Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness.
• ‘Imi Na’auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner.
• Po’okele: desire to perform in excellence.
• Wiwo’ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset.
• Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools
• Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability
  
  

Organization Competencies

• Alignment with Queen’s legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served.
• Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.
• No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations
• Ho'o kumu a'e or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving.
• Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward.
• Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives.
• Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others.
  
  

Terms and Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT’s policies and procedures.

Job Title: Youth Engagement Specialist- ‘Olino Pathways -Technology

Reports to: ‘Olino Pathways Technology Manager

FLSA Status: Part Time Non-Exempt

Aligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program Officer

Kipuka: Lili’uokalani Center

Department: Lili’uokalani Center

Liliʻuokalani Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to recruit, train, and retain innovative talent from a diverse candidate pool. All employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, marital/civil union status, arrest and court record, domestic or sexual violence victim status, credit history, disability or veteran/military status or other applicable legally protected characteristics.