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Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 150223
Department: Various Departments
Opening Date: 09/30/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
Assists in the design and development of planning projects through the analysis and application of social, economic and physical data and reports; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancies:
There are currently three vacancies in the Department of Planning and Permitting in the following divisions:
There are currently two vacancies in the Department of Transportation Services, Public Transit Division.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be established to an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or a related field.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Work experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Three years of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research, including or supplemented by one year of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) work experience in city planning or related planning activities.
Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must have been of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Substitution:
1) A Master's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from a regionally-accredited college or university may be substituted for two years of architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research experience.
2) A Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from a regionally-accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience for the Planner IV (General City/Urban Planning) level.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.
One of the current vacancies require a current valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.
Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation.....................100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: The Planner IV (General City/Urban Planning) position requires applicants to have equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with specialization in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or a related field AND three years of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research, including or supplemented by one year of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) work experience in city planning or related planning activities.
Substitution: Possession of an applicable Master's degree may substitute for some of the required experience. Please refer to the job posting for more information.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Do you meet this education and experience requirement?
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For each position listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this Planner IV (General City/Urban Planning) position, provide a brief description of the organization and department you worked in.
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Describe your professional experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research. Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and provide examples of such work.
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Describe your professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities. Indicated which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and provide examples of such work.
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Any attachments you upload to your application will be used by the Department of Human Resources for the verification of EDUCATION only, and will not be forwarded to the hiring agencies. Please do NOT include sensitive personal identification information (e.g., Social Security number, date of birth, etc.) as a part of your attachments.
NOTE: Materials for claiming veteran's preference points (e.g., DD214 form, etc.) must be mailed or dropped off to the following address within 7 days of filing this application: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Electronic attachments of materials for claiming veteran's preference points will not be accepted.
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Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 150223
Department: Various Departments
Opening Date: 09/30/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
Assists in the design and development of planning projects through the analysis and application of social, economic and physical data and reports; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancies:
There are currently three vacancies in the Department of Planning and Permitting in the following divisions:
- Two vacancies are in the Land Use Permits Division. Positions perform professional planning work relating to the processing, review and evaluation of applications for zoning changes, conditional use permits, plan review uses, and other permits; prepares correspondence and narrative reports to recommend action; conducts research, gathers data and analyzes land use, economic, social and environmental data related to assigned projects; responds to inquires and meets with applicants, agents, and other interested parties on assigned projects; and other related duties.
- One vacancy in the Planning Division, Policy Planning Branch and performs professional planning work relating to the processing of applications involving state land use boundary amendments, zone changes and public infrastructure map amendments and other related duties.
There are currently two vacancies in the Department of Transportation Services, Public Transit Division.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be established to an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or a related field.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Work experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Three years of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research, including or supplemented by one year of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) work experience in city planning or related planning activities.
Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must have been of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Substitution:
1) A Master's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from a regionally-accredited college or university may be substituted for two years of architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research experience.
2) A Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from a regionally-accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience for the Planner IV (General City/Urban Planning) level.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.
One of the current vacancies require a current valid driver's license (type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.
Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation.....................100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
01
When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
- I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: The Planner IV (General City/Urban Planning) position requires applicants to have equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with specialization in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or a related field AND three years of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research, including or supplemented by one year of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) work experience in city planning or related planning activities.
Substitution: Possession of an applicable Master's degree may substitute for some of the required experience. Please refer to the job posting for more information.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Do you meet this education and experience requirement?
- Yes, I have a Bachelor's degree and the relevant experience to meet the above stated requirements.
- Yes, I have a Bachelor's degree and a combination of an applicable Master's degree and work experience to meet the above stated requirements.
- No, I do not have the required Bachelor's degree and experience.
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For each position listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this Planner IV (General City/Urban Planning) position, provide a brief description of the organization and department you worked in.
04
Describe your professional experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research. Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and provide examples of such work.
05
Describe your professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities. Indicated which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and provide examples of such work.
06
Any attachments you upload to your application will be used by the Department of Human Resources for the verification of EDUCATION only, and will not be forwarded to the hiring agencies. Please do NOT include sensitive personal identification information (e.g., Social Security number, date of birth, etc.) as a part of your attachments.
NOTE: Materials for claiming veteran's preference points (e.g., DD214 form, etc.) must be mailed or dropped off to the following address within 7 days of filing this application: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Electronic attachments of materials for claiming veteran's preference points will not be accepted.
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