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Learning and Development Specialist (0081834)

University Of Hawaii

Job Location:

Honolulu, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 11 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 8 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Description

Title: Learning and Development Specialist
Position Number:
Hiring Unit: Vice President for Administration
Location: Manoa Campus
Date Posted: June 8 2026
Closing Date: June 23 2026; 11:59PM HST
Band: B
Salary: salary schedules and placement information
Additional Salary Information: PBB minimum $5434/mo. ($5640/mo. eff. 7/01/2026)
Funding: General
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities

*Leads the design development and implementation of system-wide training initiatives within the Office of the VP for Administration including onboarding leadership development soft skills training and project-specific or subject-specific training plans.
*Conducts system-wide needs assessments to identify skill gaps and professional development requirements across Executives APT and Civil Service employees.
*Develops and maintains a multi-year training roadmap aligned with the Universitys strategic plan and Board of Regents policies.
*Researches and integrates best practices in adult learning theory to ensure effective delivery.
*Facilitates multimodal learning experiences (workshops seminars and e-learning) to develop skills and competencies for diverse audiences ranging from executive leadership to field staff
*Partners with subject matter experts (SMEs) across the to curate specialized training content.
*Collaborates with external offices in developing training materials.
*Advises departments on organizational interventions including team building conflict resolution and change management strategies.
*Evaluates the outcome and effectiveness of training programs through data analysis feedback loops and ROI metrics and recommends continuous improvements.
*Ensures all training programs comply with Federal and State laws University policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements (HGEA UHPA UPW).
*Maintains system-wide training records and generates reports for executive leadership and external regulatory bodies.
*Serves on system-wide committees related to professional development and human resources.
Performs other duties as assigned.

(*Denotes Essential Functions)

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Business Administration Education Communications Social Sciences or related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for employee training and organizational development 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 of employing training and organizational development which involved planning developing evaluating administering and facilitating training as demonstrated by the 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 employee training and organizational development
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide-ranging complex problems through 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 andpresent 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 apply word processing and presentation software.
If applicable for supervisory work demonstrated ability to lead subordinates manage work priorities and projects and manage employee relations.
Demonstrated ability to design and develop training materials and curriculum for adult learners using learning principles and instructional design models (e.g. ADDIE) and best practice training facilitation techniques.

Desirable Qualifications

Masters degree or coursework in Human Resources Management Education (with focus on Instructional Design) or Communications.
Professional certification (e.g. SHRM-CP PHR or CPTD/CPLP).
Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
Experience working in a higher education environment or a large unionized public sector organization.
Familiarity with the University of Hawaiis organizational structure and policies and procedures.

To Apply:

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume (2) cover letter indicating interest in the position and how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references and (4) copies of educational transcripts with CONFIDENTIAL DATA (i.e. social security number birth date etc.) REDACTED. If requested transcripts are unobtainable by closing date please indicate so where transcripts are required as an attachment. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position.

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Inquiries:

Brenda Shin System Office of Human Resources

EEO Clery Act ADA:

The University of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information visit: is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions criminal history record checks.

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In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawaii complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information please refer to the following link:

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