Salary: See Position Description Location : Island of Oahu Job Type: Various Job Number: 24-0130 Department: Budget & Finance Opening Date: 03/09/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment Information Recruitment Number 24-0130 Salary: $10,075 to $16,124 per month (EM-07, Minimum to Maximum) Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website. Duties Summary This class reflects responsibility for serving as a full assistant to the Retirement System Executive Director; assists in formulating, planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the goals, objectives, programs, policies and procedures of the ETS; coordinates and directs program planning, budgeting, reporting and other management functions; participates in the investment of ERS assets; and serves as acting executive director in the absence of the executive director. Minimum Qualification Requirements To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work: 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. Basic Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, finance, OR a related major, which included at least twelve (12) semester credits in accounting and/or auditing courses. General Experience: Four and one-half (4-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in a fiscal program which required extensive knowledge of: 1) generally accepted accounting and/or auditing principles, practices and standards; 2) demonstrated the ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and exhibits; AND 3) involved participation in budget and expenditure planning and execution. At least Two (2) years of this experience must have been comparable to the class Accountant IV or higher in the State service . Specialized Experience: One (1) year of professional experience which demonstrated knowledge of investments and investment and financing strategies. Such experience must demonstrate the ability to: 1) effectively analyze, evaluate and discuss investment and financing vehicles and strategies with investment firm representatives and top-level management personnel, AND 2) to make sound recommendations and decisions on investment and financing alternatives and strategies. Supervisory Experience: One (1) year of supervisory work experience which included: 1) planning, organizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others; 2) assigning and reviewing their work; 3) advising them on difficult work problems; 4) training and developing subordinates; AND 5) evaluating their work performance Administrative Aptitude: One (1) year of administrative experience which involved active participation in and major responsibility for the development, management, execution and coordination of policies, programs, and/or activities; (see attached Minimum Qualification Requirements for further description). Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply: A. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (with a minimum of 24 semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing subjects) may be substituted for One-half (1/2) year of the General Experience. B. A master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for One and one-half (1-1/2) years of the General Experience. C. A valid Hawaii Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certificate or equivalent will be deemed to have met the Education requirement and One and one-half (1-1/2) years of the General Experience, but not the General Experience that must have been comparable to the class Accountant IV or higher in the State service. The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements . To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE . 17095:022614:35:AK Other Information The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance. PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings. TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application. CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review. YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI'I The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur. A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below. Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview. With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service. Paid Holidays You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. Paid Vacation You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match - 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation. Paid Sick Leave You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation - 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations. 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 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 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. 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 employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of 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. Promotions & Transfers For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch. Training & Continuing Education The State supports developmental activities related to an 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. Incentive & Service Awards The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations. 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 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. CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaii's Benefits At-A-Glance. The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer Revised 01/13 01 RECRUITMENT SURVEY (MANDATORY) Completion of this survey is mandatory. You must select one option; multiple selections permitted. The information you provide will be used to improve our recruitment efforts. We appreciate your cooperation. What led you to explore career opportunities with the State of Hawaii? State Recruiting Office Job Announcement Posting (Visit to the State Recruiting Office or Workforce Development Office) Job Fairs Consolidated Theatres TheBus Shopping Mall Advertisements Print Advertisements Word of Mouth (State of Hawaii Employee, Speaker at a Presentation, School Counselor, etc.) Army Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) SkillBridge Program LinkedIn Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Governmentjobs.com Internships Other 02 APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS Please read the following information carefully. The Department of Human Resources Development and the hiring agency will use the information you provide to determine whether you meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements (MQRs). Failure to provide complete and detailed information may result in your application being delayed, rejected, or assigned a lower rating. A. At a minimum, applicants must submit the following: 1) A Cover letter; 2) Detailed resume; 3) List of recent professional reference; and 4) Submit/attach a word document of your responses to the required Supplemental Question(s) below. B. The resume must include each employer's name, complete employment dates (start/end and month/year), your job title and a detailed description of your job duties with the employer as they directly address each of the Requirements. C. You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as directed, non-official documents will not be accepted) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at a regionally accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. D. To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, applicants must submit an official letter of verification from the employer. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked per week, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number. E. Applicants must meet all Minimum Qualification Requirements (MQRs), as of the date of application. F. Any information you submit may be verified. G. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide complete and accurate information which will clearly substantiate whether the applicant meets the MQRs. H. Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility so as to conclusively demonstrate that the applicant has the ability to perform the duties of the position being sought. I. Supporting documents must be electronically attached to your application. J. The applicant hereby certifies that the information provided to DHRD and the hiring agency is complete, accurate, and true to the best of his/her knowledge. Any misstatement of fact provided during the application or selection process may result in corrective action, including termination from service. I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all of the above. 03 APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Continued) Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified. Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years. I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement. 04 BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, OR a related field (with at least 12 semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing subjects) as stated in the Minimum Qualification Requirements? By answering 'Yes', you understand and agree that you will submit verification of such education at the time of application. If you have not done so previously, please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL DIPLOMA and/or OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS to your online application or send a copy to our office as soon as possible. Yes No 05 GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT Do you possess at least FOUR (4-1/2) YEARS of progressively responsible professional work experience in a fiscal program which required extensive knowledge of: 1) generally accepted accounting and/or auditing principles, practices and standards; 2) demonstrated the ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and exhibits; AND 3) involved participation in budget and expenditure planning and execution. At least two (2) years of this experience must have been comparable to the class Accountant IV or higher in the State service. Important Note: Please read the complete MQRs to ensure that your resume clearly substantiates you meet ALL facets of each Requirement. Failure to specifically address ALL facets of ALL the Requirements may result in your application being delayed or rejected.By answering 'Yes' to this question, you verify that you have accessed the link provided in the job announcement, read the complete MQRs, and this Important Note. You also agree that your resume will clearly substantiate you meet each Requirement and that failure to do so may result in your application being delayed or rejected. I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement. 06 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT Do you possess at least ONE (1) YEAR of professional experience which demonstrated knowledge of investments and investment and financing strategies . Such experience must demonstrate the ability to: 1) effectively analyze, evaluate and discuss investment and financing vehicles and strategies with investment firm representatives and top-level management personnel, AND 2) to make sound recommendations and decisions on investment and financing alternatives and strategies. Important Note: Please read the complete MQRs to ensure that your resume clearly substantiates you meet ALL facets of each Requirement. Failure to specifically address ALL facets of ALL the Requirements may result in your application being delayed or rejected.By answering 'Yes' to this question, you verify that you have accessed the link provided in the job announcement, read the complete MQRs, and this Important Note. You also agree that your resume will clearly substantiate you meet each Requirement and that failure to do so may result in your application being delayed or rejected. I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement. 07 SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT Do you possess ONE (1) YEAR of supervisory work experience which included: 1) planning, organizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others; 2) assigning and reviewing their work; 3) advising them on difficult work problems; 4) training and developing subordinates; AND 5) evaluating their work performance Important Note: Please read the complete MQRs to ensure that your resume clearly substantiates you meet ALL facets of each Requirement. Failure to specifically address ALL facets of ALL the Requirements may result in your application being delayed or rejected. By answering 'Yes' to this question, you verify that you have accessed the link provided in the job announcement, read the complete MQRs, and this Important Note. You also agree that your resume will clearly substantiate you meet each Requirement and that failure to do so may result in your application being delayed or rejected. I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement. 08 ADMINISTRATIVE APTITUDE REQUIREMENT Do you possess administrative aptitude as described in the job announcement? If yes, please describe your work experience in detail. For each experience you would like us to consider, please provide the name of the employer, dates, and how your duties demonstrated such aptitude. Important Note: Please read the complete MQRs to ensure that your resume clearly substantiates you meet ALL facets of each Requirement. Failure to specifically address ALL facets of ALL the Requirements may result in your application being delayed or rejected.By answering 'Yes' to this question, you verify that you have accessed the link provided in the job announcement, read the complete MQRs, and this Important Note. You also agree that your resume will clearly substantiate you meet each Requirement and that failure to do so may result in your application being delayed or rejected. I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement. 09 SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Will you be substituting a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for one-half (1/2) year of General Experience? By answering 'Yes', you understand and agree that you will submit verification of such education at the time of application, in order to receive credit. Please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL DIPLOMA and/or TRANSCRIPTS of your Bachelor's degree to your online application or send a copy to our office as soon as possible. Yes No 10 SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Will you be substituting a master's degree in accounting or a master's degree with equivalent accounting coursework form an accredited college or university may be substituted for one and one-half (1-1/2) years of General Experience. By answering 'Yes', you understand and agree that you will submit verification of such education at the time of application, in order to receive credit. Please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL DIPLOMA and/or TRANSCRIPTS of your Master's degree to your online application or send a copy to our office as soon as possible. Yes No 11 SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (continued) Applicants who possess a Hawaii Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certificate or equivalent will be deemed to have met the Basic Education Requirement and One and one-half (1-1/2) years of the General Experience Requirement, but not the two (2) years of General Experience that must have been comparable to the class Accountant IV or higher in the State service. If you do not possess and/or are not submitting this substitution, please indicate 'NA'. If you do, please provide the following information: A. License Number B. Date Issued C. Date Expires Required Question
