Executive Director (Commission on the Status of Women)

Recruitment Information This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
This position is located in Downtown Honolulu, Oahu.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
This is an exempt position not-to-exceed June 30, 2025.
If you have any questions regarding the duties and responsibilities of this non-civil service exempt position, please contact: Jennifer Higaki via email at mhigaki@dhs.
hawaii.
gov The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding the recruitment of this exempt position to the Department of Human Services.
Duties Summary This position is responsible for formulating and implementing all Commission programs to meet its legislated goals and objectives under general guidance from the Commission Chairperson.
The executive director implements programs and initiatives which contribute to the goals of the Commission, and develops long range strategies and initiatives that address a wide range of issues impacting women and girls including but not limited to education, employment, economics, and health care.
Minimum Qualification Requirements LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENTS: 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.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Women's Studies, Public Administration, Political Science, Communications, Social or Health Science.
EXPERIENCE: Two years of work in a field related to the work of the Commission, legal or legislative experience, public policy development, research or analysis.
Experience in new media strategies - capacity to launch and maintain a social media presence for the Commission, including but not limited to blog, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn.
KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrated knowledge of the current needs and problems of Hawaii's women and girls.
Principles and practices of administration, including program planning and execution and fiscal management.
Knowledge of the legislative process on the county, state and federal levels.
SKILLS/ABILITIES: Ability to analyze facts, legislation, rules and regulations.
Write and speak clearly and convincingly to legislators, government officials, public and private organizations and community groups.
Sound management and organizational skills.
Proficient in current Microsoft Office suite software required - including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Internet.
Able to coordinate and manage website presence for the Commission, including developing, writing and routinely updating web content, electronic notifications, electronic invites, registrations and surveys.
Ability to think creatively, initiate and manage projects and programs, work independently, communicate effectively.
Commitment and desire to improve the status of women and girls in Hawaii.
Ability to work with an all volunteer, appointed board.
Other Information This position is exempt from the civil service and considered temporary in nature.
Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be "at will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of the department head or designee at any time.
HOW TO APPLY: Email the following documents to: mhigaki@dhs.
hawaii.
gov - Your cover letter; - PDF copy of your completed State of Hawaii Application for Non-civil Service Appointment HRD 278 ( - Detailed resume Direct all inquiries regarding the duties and responsibilities of this position to: Jennifer Higaki at mhigaki@dhs.
hawaii.
gov Questions regarding the application process may be emailed to: mhigaki@dhs.
hawaii.
gov or by phone at: (808) 586-4981 (Monday - Friday, 7:45a.
m.
to 4:30 p.
m.
(HST)).
NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Human Services regarding this position and recruitment.
EXEMPT BENEFITS This is a non-civil service position.
Benefit information will be provided at time of offer by the Department Personnel Officer or Director of the hiring department.
Listed below is a summary of the benefits the State offers to exempt employees, which is based on full-time employment.
Paid Holidays Eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Paid Vacation Eligible for 21 days per year.
Paid Sick Leave Eligible for 21 days per year.
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 eligible exempt 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 https://ers.
ehawaii.
gov.
Premium Conversion Plan Participating exempt 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 exempt employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes by setting aside money from their paychecks to pay for eligible 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 exempt employees a tax-deferred retirement savings program.
This program allows employees to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary, pre-tax payroll deductions.
A broad range of investment options are available to select from.
Temporary Disability Insurance Qualified exempt employees may be eligible to receive partial wage replacement, at no cost to the employee, 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 exempt employee's social security account.
Training & Continuing Education The State supports developmental activities related to an exempt 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.
Union & Collective Bargaining Exempt employees may have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation depending on the status of the exempt position.
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.
The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer Revised 01/13