AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH TECHNICIAN IV (SR-14) - OAHU



Job Details

AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH TECHNICIAN IV (SR-14) - OAHU
Employer

State of Hawai'i

Salary

$2,956.00 - $4,734.00 Monthly

Location
State of Hawaii Executive Branch
Job Type

Various

Job Number

218011

Department ND

University of Hawaii

Opening Date

01/20/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

03

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 218011 - Manoa to Kahala, Island of Oahu Employment Only.

Note: The starting salary is at the minimum rate of pay advertised above.

A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the Civil Service Hawaii State Government Jobs page of our website. 

Duties Summary

Serves as technician in charge of specialized services or support in agricultural research; and performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

General Experience: One year of work experience in the operation of a farm or related agricultural laboratory or industry which provided exposure to basic agricultural/farm activities. This experience must demonstrate that the applicant possesses knowledge of basic farming methods, routine agricultural work operations and processes; and the ability to use standard agricultural tools and equipment, perform manual and repetitive work, read, understand and follow oral and written instructions, and perform arithmetic computations.

Examples of qualifying General Experience are: planting and harvesting pineapples, controlling weeds among growing crops, caring for plants in a nursery (watering, weeding, fertilizing, transplanting); or participating in laboratory studies of plant diseases.

Specialized Experience: Two years of non-professional or technical work experience performing agricultural activities in situations involving recordation, comparison, evaluation, experimentation and drawing of conclusions from data; and which provides the applicant with knowledge of precision research work methods. This experience must demonstrate that the applicant possesses the ability to perform arithmetic calculations, record data and recognize diseased plants; and knowledge of experimental design requirements and farming methods in the form of two or more of the following: crop propagation; care of farm animals and poultry; safety precautions and use of fertilizers, insecticides or herbicides; care and use of pastures; care of farm tools and equipment.

License: A valid driver's license is required for some positions. For these positions, a valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment.   The immediate vacancies have this requirement.

Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
 

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Other Information

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.  To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.  For more information, please click:  https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
 
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing your application as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive or check your email-box in a timely manner.

TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.

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 State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.

YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI'I

Click on this link:  https://hidhrd.adobeconnect.com/p2v443ex9w0r/ for information regarding the wonderful benefits the State of Hawai'i has to offer employees.

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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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions.

You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as directed below) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded 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.

To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, applicants must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.

Any information you submit may be verified. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office via email, fax or USPS as soon as possible. Our mailing address is: State of Hawaii Department of Human Resources Development, 235 South Beretania Street--11th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.
  • I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all of the above.
02
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Continued)
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The 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. Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years.
  • I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above.
03
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)
The information provided in the job announcement represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. A live link to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements was provided to me in the job announcement.
  • I acknowledge that I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the job announcement.
04
EMPLOYMENT AVAILABILITY
Please check the following conditions of employment for which you are interested and available.
  • Permanent Full-time
  • Permanent Part-time
  • Temporary Full-time
  • Temporary Part-time
  • Shift Work
05
GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you have at least one year of general work experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
06
If you answered 'YES' to the question above, identify each experience you would like us to consider. If you answered 'NO,' state 'N/A'.
The information for each employer should include:
A. Name of employer, your official job title, employment dates, and number of hours worked per week.
B. Description of this employer, including the type of organization (e.g., privately owned farm, government or university research lab, self employment, etc); describe the variety of products or services; describe the clientele.
C. Describe your primary function. Explain your major duties and responsibilities.
D. Explain in detail your experience, if any, with this employer which demonstrated your knowledge and abilities in each of the following areas:
1) Identify basic farming methods.
2) Explain routine agricultural work operations and processes.
3) Explain your performing of arithmetic computations.
E. List the kinds of tools and equipment you used.
F. What was the job title, and general background of your supervisor (e.g., farm manager, nursery supervisor, lab supervisor, etc.)?
G. Explain how your responsibilities and authority differed from your supervisor.
07
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you have at least two years of specialized work experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
08
If you answered 'YES' to the question above, identify each experience you would like us to consider. If you answered 'NO,' state 'N/A'.
The information for each employer should include:
A. Name of employer, your official job title, employment dates, and number of hours worked per week.
B. Description of this employer (e.g., privately owned farm, government or university research lab, or self employment, etc); describe the variety of products or services; describe the clientele.
C. Describe your primary function and your major duties and responsibilities.
D. Explain in detail your experience, if any, with this employer performing agricultural activities involving recordation, comparison, evaluation, experimentation and drawing conclusions from data.
E. Explain in detail your experience, if any, with this employer which demonstrated your knowledge of experimental design requirements and farming methods in each of the following areas. In your description, be sure to describe your role clearly and give relevant examples of the steps you took to perform the task. Treat each area separately.
1) Crop propagation.
2) Care of farm animals and poultry.
3) Safety precautions.
4) Use of fertilizers, insecticides and herbicides.
5) Care and use of pastures.
6) Care of farm tools and equipment.
F. Which best describes your skill level (choose one): helper, independent worker, or supervisor.
G. Explain how your responsibilities and authority differed from your supervisor.
09
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Are you substituting education for any of the experience requirements as stated in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
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If you answered 'YES,' to the question above, you MUST SUBMIT a legible copy of your OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS by electronically attaching it to your online application.
  • Successful completion of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the field of agriculture Which includes, the applicable coursework as described under the Substitutions Allowed section of the Minimum Qualification Requirements.
  • Successful completion of an agricultural curriculum leading to an Associate in Science degree or a Certificate of Achievement from an accredited community college which includes, the applicable coursework as described under the Substitutions Allowed section of the Minimum Qualification Requirements.
  • Certificate of Completion (12 semester credit hours) in agriculture or a closely related field from an accredited community college.
  • Successful completion of a farm practicum which provided one semester of on-the-job vocational/technical competencies in agricultural activities supplemented by six (6) semester credit hours of coursework in crop propagation, soil technology, livestock/animal sciences, or related agricultural subjects.
  • None of the above.

* Required Question

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