Casual Hire - Education Specialist - Agriculture

University of Hawaii•Pearl City, HI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Education Specialist supports the day-to-day operations and implementation of non-credit workforce training programs designed to develop skills and prepare participants for employment. The role provides operational support for multiple programs and courses, including those aligned with state or nationally recognized industry credentials where applicable. The position is part-time and temporary, with a schedule of up to 19 hours per week. The appointment is expected to begin approximately November 2026, subject to funding availability and staffing requirements, and may require work outside normally scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Agriculture, Business, Computer Science, Communications, Social Science, Science, or a related field, and no years of progressively responsible professional experience in agricultural operations, biosecurity practices, agricultural education, agricultural outreach, workforce development, or related activities; or an equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience.
Functional knowledge of agricultural principles, practices, techniques, concepts, and terminology.
Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and systems associated with agriculture.
Ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes, and resolve problems commonly encountered in agriculture.
Ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in varied situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members, and individuals.
Ability to operate a personal computer and use word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Ability to organize and coordinate multiple activities, assignments, and program responsibilities in a timely manner.
Ability to travel in a timely manner to meetings, training, and other program activities.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations, including adult learners and community college students.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting continuing education, workforce development, career and technical education, or related educational programs.
Experience in a college, educational agency, industry, or government environment.
Experience assisting with program or project implementation involving multiple stakeholders.
Experience in an agricultural enterprise setting.
Knowledge of pedagogy and/or andragogy through teaching, training, student support, or related experience.
Ability to work independently with appropriate direction and collaboratively within a team environment.
Experience supporting student success, retention, or educational program activities.
Experience with distance education and/or online learning management systems.
Experience working in a community college setting.

Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day operations and implementation of non-credit workforce training programs.
Provide operational support for multiple workforce training programs and courses, including programs aligned with industry credentials where applicable.
Assist with program logistics, including scheduling courses, coordinating registration, monitoring enrollment, maintaining program information, and supporting day, evening, and weekend classes.
Coordinate with instructors, students, and internal college offices to support program delivery.
Assist with student recruitment, outreach, registration, and communications.
Support students in identifying and overcoming barriers to participation, retention, and successful completion, both in person and online.
Assist with coordinating instructional assignments, classroom and training logistics, and student support services.
Maintain program records and help prepare reports, program information, and other materials.
Communicate program information clearly and accurately to students, instructors, college personnel, and external participants.
Assist with coordinating meetings, training activities, and other program-related events on or off campus.
Collaborate with organizations, groups, team members, instructors, students, and other individuals involved in workforce training programs.
Use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, registration, and other applicable computer systems to support program operations.
Travel to meetings, training, and other program activities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.