Salary: $114,820.00 - $162,535.00 Annually
Location : Hawaii District Office: 75 Aupuni Street, #203, Hilo, HI 96720
Job Type: Full-time 12-month
Job Number:
District / Complex Area: EO / Hawaii / Hawaii Dist Office
School / Office: EO / West Hawaii Dist Annex
Opening Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Position %: 100%
Position Number: 64815

Description
APPLICANTS MAY BE EDUCATIONAL OFFICERS, TEACHERS AND OTHER QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED: This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a limited term probationary vice appointment.
A WRITTEN EXAMINATION/ASSIGNMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO HELP DETERMINE POSSESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES PORTIONS OF THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

Examples of Duties
Under the general supervision of the Complex Area Superintendent of the West Hawaii Complex, the District Educational Specialist II:

1. Plans, organizes, coordinates, monitors and assists in the evaluation of special education programs within the West and North regions of Hawaii District. Coordinates the placement of special education students and provides direct consultation to schools in the preparation of Individualized Education Program plans and monitors the maintenance of programming for each special education student. Coordinates, prepares and participates in hearing proceedings related to programming concerns.

2. Reviews and continuously analyzes the weighted count of classes and prepares both short and long projections relating to staffing, facilities, budget, and program emphasis. Arranges, plans and writes for contractual services for educational programs as required; certifies transportation requests for eligible students with disabilities. Plans, develops, writes, monitors and evaluates federally funded projects within the geographic regions of responsibility. Prepares and completes all budgetary forms for allocation.

3. Plans, coordinates, and participates in in-service training in program areas for school personnel and parents. Supervises the Special Education Resource Teachers, IEP/Due Process/Child Find Coordinator, Visual Itinerant Teacher, and Adapted Physical Education Itinerant Teacher, in providing direct services and program assistance to special education students, teachers and administrators.

4. Maintains comprehensive and statistical data records pertaining to programs and classes. Prepares reports and communication required in the implementation of the special education programs in the geographic regions of responsibility.

5. Serves as a resource and maintains effective liaison with the state office, other district offices, public and private agencies, community groups, schools and parents.

6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in education with specialization in one or more subject matters appropriate to the areas of assignment.
Experience: Six (6) years of responsible work experience in education of which four (4) years shall have been in teaching and two (2) years in curriculum and/or special program services.
Desired Experience: Teaching experience preferably students with disabilities, with additional experience in program development and/or supervision.

Knowledge: Foundations of curriculum and instruction; instructional media and computers; foundations of American education; principles of learning and individual differences; tests and measurements; purposes, methods, and materials pertinent to one or more subject matters and/or program areas of assignment; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the areas of assignment.
Ability to: Provide leadership, planning and coordination in the areas of assignment at the district level; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and other business machines; use tools, equipment, instruments and devices appropriate to one or more subject matters and/or program areas of assignment.
Supplemental Information
SALARY RANGE: EOSR-7, $114,820 to $162,535.
Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.

All others will be placed on the first step of $114,820.
WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.
POSTING CYCLE: Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month.
HOW TO APPLY: All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to the applicant.
Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below. Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner.Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position.
http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiipublicschools
Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment. Transcripts may be sent by U.S. mail to the Office of Talent Management/EO Recruitment, P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, HI 96804.
After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application.
EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT: Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure.
APPROVED:
Robert Davis

Interim Assistant Superintendent

Office of Talent Management

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.
12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating 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 employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits 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 employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.
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INTERNAL APPLICATION QUALIFICATION:
Are you a current salaried employee who is a tenured educational officer or was previously a tenured educational officer in the Hawai`i State Department of Education?

• Yes
• No

Required Question