Traffic Engineer - Technical Specialist I or II - R13911
Recruitment Information
Recruitment Number 206409 - The immediate vacancy is a Temporary, Full-Time position in Halawa to Kalihi area of Oahu.
NOTE: 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. Once you become a member of the civil service, you become 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 an employee in a permanent position with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force.
Duties Summary
Collect, process, refine, and tabulate numerical data for statistical analysis; prepare statistical tables, charts, and graphs; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Note: Some positions may provide services covered by the Department of Justice Court Mandate.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. Note: Your calculation of experience must be based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be 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:
General Clerical Experience: One year of responsible typing, stenographic, substantive clerical work, or any combination thereof which duties demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, arithmetic, common office appliances and equipment; and the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, carry out procedures in clerical work systems, speak and write simply and directly, observe differences in copy and proofread words and numbers quickly and accurately.
Specialized Clerical Experience: One year of clerical work experience involving collecting, processing and tabulating numerical data which demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques in obtaining measures of central tendency and variability, and techniques of graphic and tabular presentation of statistical data.
Substitutions Allowed
• Graduation from high school may be substituted for six months of General Clerical Experience.
• Successful completion of a substantially full-time equivalent clerical curriculum of a duration of a year or longer, leading to a degree or diploma at an accredited community college, or at a business or technical school which included courses in English, arithmetic, and general clerical procedures may be substituted for one year of General Clerical Experience.
• Successful completion of a substantially full-time equivalent clerical curriculum leading to a degree, diploma, or a certificate of achievement at an accredited community college, business school or technical school which was for a period of less than one year may be substituted for General Clerical Experience on a month-for-month basis provided the training included courses in English, arithmetic and general clerical procedures.
• Education in an accredited university in a baccalaureate program with courses in English and college mathematics may be substituted for General Clerical Experience on the basis of 15 semester hours for six months of General Clerical Experience.
• Successful completion of coursework in research and/or statistics in an accredited community college, business school, technical school, or university may be substituted for Specialized Clerical Experience on the basis of six semester hours of such coursework for one year of Specialized Clerical Experience.
License: Some positions may require a valid driver’s license.
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Other Information
TESTING INFORMATION
For this recruitment, you must qualify on a written test designed to measure your knowledge and skills necessary for satisfactory performance of the duties and responsibilities of this class of work. Your examination grade will be based 100% on the written test score.
The written test may be scheduled on either a weekday or weekend. Due to budget restrictions, examinations will be given only at locations within the State of Hawaii. Notification of the date, time, and location of the test will be mailed to applicants at least 7 calendar days prior to the test date.
We strongly advise applicants to make every effort to report for the test as scheduled, as accommodations for rescheduling test dates and/or locations are not guaranteed. Accommodations/exceptions to the scheduled test date may be granted on a case-by-case basis only for reasons of extreme hardship. Applicants who are unable to report to the test as scheduled must notify our office immediately, in writing. The request for accommodation or rescheduling should include a description of the circumstances involved and supporting documentation. Requests received after the written test has been administered will not be considered. The Department of Human Resources Development will not delay the establishment of lists of eligibles for rescheduled candidates.
Applicants are responsible for all costs associated with any phase of the examination process, including the selection interview.
To be admitted to the test, you must present a pictured driver's license, driver's permit card, State I.D., State department issued I.D., or military I.D. card. If you are unable to present any one of these forms of identification, you will be turned away from the test site. U.S. Passports, Permanent Resident Alien cards, credit cards, etc., are not acceptable forms of identification. If you have any questions, call our office PRIOR to the test date.
Successful performance on the written test does not constitute a job offer or promise of employment.
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 Internal Complaint and Merit Appeals Board Processes.
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
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REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. The information provided to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and admission to the written test. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. However, you may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.
In general, proof of education obtained from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an 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. Any information you submit may be verified. Supporting documents must be submitted within five working days of the filing of your application. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking.
• I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents within 5 days of application.
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GEOGRAPHICAL AVAILABILITY FOR THE ISLAND OF OAHU Please check all the locations for which you are willing to accept employment. Note: You must be available to work in any or all areas within the geographic area(s) that you have selected.
• I am not available for employment on the Island of Oahu
• Ewa (Includes Makakilo, Kapolei, Barber's Point, Ewa Beach)
• Waipahu to Aiea (Includes Waikele, Waipio, Pearl City)
• Halawa to Kalihi (Includes Aliamanu, Airport, Salt Lake, Moanalua, Mapunapuna, Kapalama, Palama, Sand Island, Iwilei)
• Downtown (Includes Nuuanu, Pauoa, Makiki-Kapiolani, Ala Moana)
• Manoa to Kahala (Includes McCully, Moiliili, Waikiki, Kapahulu, Kaimuki, Waialae, Palolo)
• Aina Haina to Hawaii Kai
• Waimanalo / Kailua
• Kaneohe to Kualoa (Includes Kahaluu, Waiahole, Waikane)
• Kaaawa to Kahuku (Includes Punaluu, Hauula, Laie, Kuilima)
• North Shore (Includes Waimea, Haleiwa, Waialua)
• Wahiawa / Kunia / Mililani
• Waianae Coast (Includes Nanakuli, Maili, Waianae, Makaha)
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GENERAL CLERICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT. Do you possess ONE year of responsible typing, stenographic, substantive clerical work experience OR do you possess the education requirement as stated in the recruitment announcement that would substitute for the experience requirement?
If YES, please identify each work experience that you would like us to consider and provide the following information. All employers listed below should also be listed on your application. Treat each change in employer or position separately.
• Name of your employer;
• Your position title;
• Your supervisor’s title;
• Dates of employment (from and to, month/year);
• A detailed description of your duties and responsibilities for each relevant position. Be sure to clearly describe your position in the areas listed above.
If you have coursework in research and/or statistics, you must provide verification by submitting a transcript.
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SPECIALIZED CLERICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT. Do you possess ONE year of clerical work experience involving collecting, processing and tabulating numerical data which demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques in obtaining measures of central tendency and variability, and techniques of graphic and tabular presentation of statistical data, OR have you successfully completed coursework in research and/or statistics from an accredited community college, business school, technical school, or university?
If YES, Please Identify Each Work Experience That You Would Like Us To Consider. All Employers Listed Below Should Also Be Listed On Your Application. Treat Each Change In Employer Or Position Separately. The Information For Each Employer Should Include
• Name of your employer;
• Your position title;
• Your supervisor’s title;
• Dates of employment (from and to, month/year);
• A detailed description of your duties and responsibilities for each relevant position. Be sure to clearly describe your position in the areas listed above.
If you have coursework in research and/or statistics, you must provide verification by submitting a transcript.
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WRITTEN TEST SCHEDULING. This recruitment requires a written examination. To the extent possible, applicants will be scheduled for the test on the island of residence. (Due to budget restrictions, applicants living on Lanai may be scheduled on the island of Maui and out of state applicants will be tested on the island of Oahu.) We strongly advise applicants to make every effort to report for the test as scheduled, as accommodations for rescheduling are not guaranteed. Requests to be rescheduled for an alternate test date and/or location for reasons of extreme hardship only will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Requests must be submitted in writing, and must include documentation to prove a hardship claim. Please indicate the test location nearest you.
• Oahu
• Maui
• Kauai
• Hilo
• Kona
• Molokai
• Lanai
• Out of State
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Supporting documents such as transcripts, driver’s license, or professional licensure as described in the job posting must be on file with the Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) to complete your application. Note: You must re-submit supporting documents to HRD if they were submitted:
• to the City & County of Honolulu;
• to the Hawaii State Judiciary;
• to the Hawaii Department of Education;
• to HRD prior to July 2006.
Please Select From One Of The Statements Below
• Supporting documents are attached.
• Supporting documents were previously submitted to the State of Hawaii, Department of Human Resources Development.
• Supporting documents are forthcoming and will be mailed to: Department of Human Resources Development, 235 S. Beretania Street, Room 1100, Honolulu, HI 96813.
• Required Question
Government Administration
Management and Manufacturing
Full-time