Risk Manager, Office of the Superintendent, - Honolulu, United States - Teach In Hawaii

Description

SPECIAL INTERNAL /


EXTERNAL

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED:

This position is excluded from the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment.

A WRITTEN EXAMINATION/ASSIGNMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO HELP DETERMINE POSSESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES PORTIONS OF THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

Examples of Duties
Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Education of the Department of Education, the Risk Manager:

• Oversees risk management functions for the Department; assesses and identifies potential risks that may hinder operations of the Department; evaluates processes, provides recommendations or solutions, develops and implements appropriate policies and procedures that reduce and mitigate risk exposure; works with Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Superintendent of Talent Management to mitigate financial and personnel risks.
• Assists in resolution of various issues, including application of the state ethics code; oversees critical auditable functions, working with key stakeholders to target vulnerabilities; develops and delivers risk management training and coaching as required across the Department, including for Complex Area Superintendents; handles special projects assigned by the Superintendent.
• Represents the Department of Education and Superintendent as the official liaison in the coordination and oversight of risk management matters with the Attorney General (AG); drafts, reviews, edits, and analyzes legal documents (contracts, memoranda of agreement (MOA), memoranda of understanding (MOU), etc.) including assessing existing departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Provides technical support to Department leaders, as well as offices, schools, and programs, in ensuring daily operations incorporate critical departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, education or a related field.

Desired
Education:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

Experience:

Nine (9) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in executive leadership responsible for risk, regulatory or legal, fiscal, programmatic, and personnel management, of which two (2) years shall have involved the supervision of professional staff and one (1) year shall have been in an education program, agency, or system.

Combined Education and
Experience:
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable, as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency or system.

Knowledge:

Hawaii State executive branch and agencies; public education including institutions of higher education; developing, analyzing, and editing complex contracts; management and organizational behavior; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the areas of assignment; legal and legislative processes.

Ability to:

Deal effectively and highly collaboratively with federal, state, county and departmental officials to accomplish departmental goals and objectives; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; analyze situations to advise plans of action, provide insight and policy options to the Superintendent; highly skilled in organization efficiencies; prioritize external demands on the Superintendent's time and attention and refer matters to the appropriate level of authority; develop risk management strategies, evaluate liability exposure and claim value; maintain high levels of sensitivity to and discretion with confidential matters.

Supplemental Information


SALARY RANGE:
EOSR-10, $121,649 to $172,209.
Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.
All others will be placed on the first step of $121,649.


NOTE:
Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range.

However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors.

Such appointments require prior approval.


WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS:
This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.


POSTING CYCLE:

Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month.

HOW TO APPLY:

All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to applicant.

Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below.

Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner.

Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position.

Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment. Transcripts may be sent by U.S. mail to the Office of Talent Management/EO Recruitment, P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, HI 96804.
After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application.


EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT:

Article 11, Appointments, paragraphs A2b and A2c- "All vacancies for State and District level educational officer positions shall be advertised for twenty (20) days prior to selection.

Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure.

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APPROVED:
Sean Bacon
Assistant Superintendent
Office of Talent Management
Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991.

The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.

Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.

• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• 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.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several 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.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• 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 is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.
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INTERNAL APPLICATION QUALIFICATION:
Are you a current salaried employee who is a tenured educational officer or was previously a tenured educational officer in the Hawai`i State Department of Education?

• Yes
• No

Required Question
Agency Hawaii State Department of Education
Address P.O. Box 2360
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804
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