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Summary
Amended 7-2-07
Recruitment Number: 072-5001
Salary:
Energy Conservation Coordinator, SR-24, $4112.00 per month
Location:
Downtown, Island of Oahu
Vacancy:
Permanent, Full-time
Summary:
Plans, develops implements and coordinates the energy-conservation program for facilities under the jurisdiction of the Superintendent of Education and performs other related duties as required.
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Note: Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years.
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Education Requirement:
Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university with a baccalaureate degree in engineering, physics or architecture.
Excess work experience as described in the experience requirement section of any other progressively responsible administrative, professional or other analytical work experience which provided knowledge of principles of thermodynamics, materials, fluid mechanics, and electricity and their application and implications in the physical world comparable to those acquired in four years of successful study leading to a baccalaureate degree in the majors listed above may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
The education or experience background must demonstrate the ability to write reports clearly and comprehensively, read, interpret and apply complex scientific and technical material; and solve complex problems logically and systematically.
Experience Requirements:
Applicants may qualify for this class under either Option A or B below:
Option A: Three and one-half (3½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of energy conservation. This experience must have involved the identification and analysis of energy-conservation problems, energy-monitoring activities, and the development and implementation of energy-conservation programs.
Option B: A total of three and one-half (3½)years of experience as described below:
General Experience: Two and one-half (2½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in one or a combination of the following which provided a knowledge of major energy-consuming equipment found in buildings and/or the preservation and enhancement of work environmental conditions in buildings: (a) professional engineering experience in the design, installation and/or maintenance of air conditioning equipment; (b) professional engineering experience in lighting design for buildings and facilities; (c) professional engineering or architectural experience in the management, repair and maintenance of air conditioning, electrical and other power equipment for buildings; and (d) professional environmental or industrial engineering in the design, maintenance and operation or evaluation of systems and facilities to promote environmental health in buildings.
Specialized Experience: One (1) year of professional work experience in the review and/or design of engineering plans for buildings which included energy conservation considerations or as described above under Option A.
Substitutions Allowed:
• Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical or industrial engineering from an accredited school of engineering may be credited toward meeting the basic education/experience requirement and, in addition, one-half year of the general experience described under Option B.
• Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a master's degree in engineering, physics or architecture which included study of energy-conservation methods and issues may be substituted for one year of energy-conservation experience required (under either Option A or B).
Driver's License Requirement:
Applicants are required to possess a current, valid passenger-type motor vehicle operator’s license to drive in the State of Hawaii.
Merit Civil Service System :
Employment in the civil service, as defined by State law, is governed by the merit principle. Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements of the position being sought, i.e., all education, work experience, and other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide complete information. The information submitted may be verified. Applicants must meet the requirements and qualify on appropriate employment-related tests to be eligible for employment consideration.
Holidays:
Employees are eligible for a range of benefits:
You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. Ten month employees covered by a specific collective bargaining agreement must refer to the provisions of that agreement.
Vacation:
Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Ten month employees covered by a specific collective bargaining agreement must refer to the provisions of that agreement.
Sick Leave:
Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits. Ten month employees covered by a specific collective bargaining agreement must refer to the provisions of that agreement.
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 between $5,200 to $26,000 depending on the employee’s age and $1,900 for 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:
Effective July 1, 2000, 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. A normal benefit is based on an employee’s years of credited service times 1.25% of the average of the employee’s three highest years of pay.
Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA):
If eligible, Department of Education 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. An employee’s sick leave or vacation leave may be used in combination with the workers’ compensation benefits to assure a full paycheck.
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 summary of the applicable collective bargaining agreements, laws, rules, policies or plan documents, 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.
01
DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Do you possess a current, valid passenger-type motor vehicle operator's license to drive in the State of Hawaii? Note: To be credited, you must submit a legible copy of your driver's license.
• Yes
• No
02
Education Requirement: Which statement below best describes your education/experience?
• I graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelors degree in engineering, physics or architecture. [Please submit legible photocopies of your transcript(s).]
• I have excess work experience as described in the Experience Requirement section or other progressively responsible administrative, professional or analytical work experience which provided knowledge of principles of thermodynamics, materials, fluid mechanics, and electricity and their application and implications comparable to those acquired in 4 years of successful study while completing a prescribed college curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree in engineering, physics or architecture.
• I satisfactorily completed all academic requirements for a master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in engineering, physics or architecture which included study of energy-conservation methods and issues. [Please submit legible photocopies of your transcript(s).]
• I do not have any of the above mentioned education or experience.
03
Starting with the most recent, please list all employment periods from the "Work Experience" section of your application that you feel qualifies you for the position, i.e., Employer Name, Job Title, From (Month/Year) - To (Month/Year) and Hours Worked Per Week. Describe the specific tasks you performed, and the level of your responsibility and authority. Avoid the use of vague and ambiguous terms such as "was responsible for," "handled," "assisted," etc; use specific language that will clearly show the exact nature of the duties you performed.
04
Experience Requirement: Applicants may qualify for this class under either Option A or B. Please read the Experience Requirements on page two of this announcement, then select the option for which you would like to be considered.
• Option A (Answer questions #5 and #6.)
• Option B (Answer questions #7 to #10.)
• I do not meet Option A or B experience requirements.
05
OPTION A: Do you have progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of energy conservation which involved the identification and analysis of energy conservation problems, energy monitoring activities, and the development and implementation of energy conservation programs?
• Yes, I have at least three and a half (3½) years of professional work experience as described above;
• Yes, I have between two and a half (2½) and three and a half (3½) years of professional work experience as described above;
• Yes, I have between one and a half (1½) and two and a half (2½) years of professional work experience as described above;
• Yes, I have less than one and a half (1½) years of professional work experience as described above;
• No, I do not have any professional energy conservation work experience as described above.
06
OPTION A: Describe your experiences, if any, in each of the following areas for each applicable employer and position. Note: Avoid the use of vague and ambiguous terms such as "was responsible for," "handled," "assisted," etc; use specific language that will clearly show the exact nature of the duties you performed, and be sure to provide details & examples. a. Identification and analysis of energy conservation problems; b. Energy monitoring activities; c. The development and implementation of energy conservation programs; d. Any other progressively responsible administrative, professional or analytical work experience which provided knowledge of principles of thermodynamics, materials, fluid mechanics, and electricity and their application and implications in the physical world.
07
OPTION B-General Experience: Do you have progressively responsible professional work experience in one or a combination of the following which provided a knowledge of major energy consuming equipment found in buildings and/or the preservation and enhancement of work environmental conditions in buildings: (a) professional engineering experience in the design, installation and/or maintenance of air conditioning equipment; (b) professional engineering experience in lighting design for buildings and facilities; (c) professional engineering or architectural experience in the management, repair and maintenance of air conditioning, electrical and other power equipment for buildings; and (d) professional environmental or industrial engineering in the design, maintenance and operation or evaluation of systems and facilities to promote environmental health in buildings?
• Yes
• No
08
OPTION B: Describe your experiences, if any, in each of the following areas for each applicable employer and position. Note: Avoid the use of vague and ambiguous terms such as "was responsible for," "handled," "assisted," etc; use specific language that will clearly show the exact nature of the duties you performed, and be sure to provide details & examples. a. professional engineering experience in the design, installation and/or maintenance of air conditioning equipment; b. professional engineering experience in lighting design for buildings and facilities; c. professional engineering or architectural experience in the management, repair and maintenance of air conditioning, electrical and other power equipment for buildings; and, d. professional environmental or industrial engineering in the design, maintenance and operation or evaluation of systems and facilities to promote environmental health in buildings.
09
OPTION B-Specialized Experience: Do you have one (1) year of professional work experience in the review and/or design of engineering plans for buildings which included energy conservation considerations?
• Yes
• No
10
OPTION B: If you answered "Yes" to question #9, describe your experiences in the review and/or design of engineering plans for buildings which included energy conservation considerations for each applicable employer and position. Note: Avoid the use of vague and ambiguous terms such as "was responsible for," "handled," "assisted," etc; use specific language that will clearly show the exact nature of the duties you performed, and be sure to provide details & examples.
• Required Question
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