Educational Specialist (Carpentry Technology Specialist,)
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Job Summary
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Title:Educational Specialist (Carpentry Technology Specialist)
Position Number:0097692
Hiring Unit:Transportation and Trades Programs Carpentry Technology Program
Location:Honolulu Community College
Date Posted:August 18 2026
Closing Date:September 3 2026
Band:B
Salary:salary schedules and placement information
Full Time/Part Time:Full-time
Month:11-month
Temporary/Permanent:Permanent
Duties and Responsibilities (* Denotes Essential Functions):
*Serve as the Educational Specialist for the Carpentry Technology Program (CARP). Oversee the day-to-day operations of the CARP facility.
*Prepare and manage the program budget in collaboration with instructional staff.
*Order carpentry-related materials supplies and consumables for all classes training activities and program-supported projects.
* Serve as the Carpentry Technology program safety liaison. Conduct & document required EHSO inspection & audits and complete annual hazardous waste management training.
*Instruct students in the safe and proper operation of carpentry equipment and related technology through small group lectures and one-on-one instruction in the shop environment or in the carpentry yard.
*Demonstrate selection and use of materials tools and equipment.
Supervise students in advanced laboratory work.
In consultation with instructors develop laboratory exercises aimed at teaching advanced techniques in carpentry including layout measurement framing cutting fastening assembly tool operation machinery use jobsite/shop safety and project-based construction practices.
Design/administer laboratory tests based on lab exercises (e.g. written and performance-based components) in consultation with instructors.
Evaluate student performance based on laboratory performance test results in consultation with instructors.
In consultation with instructors counsel students as needed especially with respect to behavior and conduct related to: safety protocols job readiness and preparation teamwork and collaboration etc.
*Assist instructors in coordinating non-credit training apprenticeship-related activities industry training community education Summer CTE Academy activities and other CARP events including class set-up equipment and material preparation facility scheduling registration support maintenance of mock-ups or instructional projects and completion of related documentation.
Provide input to instructors on structuring the direction of the program to include budget needs for the program.
*Upkeep and maintain all equipment tools materials supplies and mockups including development and maintenance of a key systematic inventory.
*Manage intake of all Carpentry Technology program donations including tools equipment materials supplies and related items; ensure completion of required documentation and proper inventory tracking.
As needed deliver and pick up locally obtainable materials.
*Develop & maintain a computerized inventory control system for tools technical information & supply items; and coordinate the operation of the tool room.
*Organize & maintain a system to ensure the safe and secure storage of facility keys tools equipment and supplies including but not limited to a system to track the issuance and return of tools and supplies to students and faculty.
*Maintain and/or schedule servicing of program equipment inventory & update technical information.
*Ensure appropriate replacement of damaged or outdated carpentry tools machinery equipment materials manuals technical information teaching aids safety equipment replacement furnishings software & supplies.
*Assist instructors in shop organization including equipment preparation & placement to ensure an optimum learning environment.
Ensure the program facility and equipment remain safe clean and in good working order by scheduling maintenance and repairs as needed conducting daily facility checks for cleanliness and security and maintaining equipment logs (including repair and maintenance records) inventory and other required documentation.
Support program outreach by responding to inquiries about program details across various communication channels (responding to incoming phone calls email etc.) and participating in promotional activities such as campus tours and career fairs.
Collect and maintain equipment manuals technical information schematics and other training aids in a fully composed & indexed library.
Work with instructional staff to support CARP review program-related documentation and other program quality compliance or reporting activities as assigned.
*Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge of the carpentry and construction trade and keep abreast of changes in tools equipment machinery materials safety practices building methods technology apprenticeship expectations and workforce needs.
*Assess the needs of the CARP program and the industry by attending advisory committee meetings with industry leaders and employers attending informal meetings with the participants of the program and following-up on committee recommendations.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a baccalaureate degree in construction technology construction management building/construction trades or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for carpentry construction shop/lab operations training and/or program or project management; or associate degree in carpentry construction technology construction management building/construction trades or related field and 5 year(s) experience with responsibilities for carpentry construction shop/lab operations training and/or program or project management; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education knowledge skills and abilities as indicated.
Considerable working knowledge of principles practices and techniques in the area ofcarpentry and construction technology as demonstrated by broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts principles and methodologies.
Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws rules regulations and theories and systems associated with carpentry construction technology lab operations and workplace safety.
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective innovative and timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations groups team leaders and members and individuals.
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
For supervisory work demonstrated ability to lead subordinates manage work priorities and projects and manage employee relations.
Considerable knowledge and understanding of the methods materials procedures and techniques used in carpentry and construction technology including measurement layout framing cutting assembly fastening shop drawings project plans tool and machinery operation material handling and safe work practices.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and resolve complex carpentry and construction issues applying advanced troubleshooting and repair skills.
Demonstrated professional training certification or equivalent industry-recognized qualification in carpentry construction technology construction safety or a closely related building/construction trade as applicable to the detailed duties of the position.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience working in an educational setting.
Knowledge of the UH procurement process.
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Required Documents include:
1. Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position; an unofficial copy of the transcript (e.g. copy) must be submitted with the application and original official transcript(s) will be required at the time of hire. Copies of transcripts must be attached to your application as evidence of the required degree (or coursework); if transcript(s) are not provided the candidates degree(s) or coursework will not be considered. Transcripts issued outside the USA require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Inc. verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA; expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Please redact confidential information such as social security number birth date etc.
2. Cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position.
3. Resume.
4. Names and contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references.
Letters of recommendation are optional. Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position. All documents/information submitted become the property of Honolulu Community College and will not be returned. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. The application will be considered incomplete if materials are unreadable. Applications lacking copies of official transcripts will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet MQs. Minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date.
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