NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST II - TEMPORARY - LIHUE, KAUAI
State of Hawaii
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SAFETY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST I-IV - KAUAI
State of Hawaii
Transportation - Airports
Location
Hawaii, 96813-2437
Salary
$4,243 - $6,043
per month
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves working on safety programs at airports in Hawaii, starting from learning the basics as a trainee up to planning and running full safety operations, including inspections and risk assessments to meet federal rules.
It's ideal for someone with a background in safety, aviation, or related fields who wants to ensure safe airport environments and handle emergency responses like firefighting.
Entry-level roles suit recent graduates or those new to the field, while higher levels fit experienced professionals ready to lead safety efforts.
Key Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree (likely in aviation, safety, engineering, or a related field)
- Knowledge of safety management systems (SMS) principles, concepts, and FAA regulations for certificated airports
- Experience or training in airport operations, safety inspections, evaluations, and risk management
- Ability to perform reviews of safety program components, including airside and landside facilities
- Skills in data collection, analysis, system evaluation, and implementing corrective actions
- Familiarity with aircraft rescue and firefighting procedures for higher levels
- Willingness to receive formal and on-the-job training, especially for trainee positions (Levels I and II)
Full Job Description
Recruitment Number: DOT-AIR-2026-04
Safety Management Specialist I - $4,243 to $5,162 per month (SR-16, Step D to I)
Safety Management Specialist II - $4,590 to $5,588 per month (SR-18, Step D to I) Safety Management Specialist III - $4,961 to $6,043 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)
Safety Management Specialist IV - $5,369 to $6,535 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications and other relevant factors.
This job posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation (DOT). If you have any questions regarding this civil service recruitment, contact the DOT Personnel Office at (808) 587-2145, Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM (HST).
The Department of Human Resources Development-State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this recruitment to the DOT Personnel Office.
The Department of Human Resources Development-State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this recruitment to the DOT Personnel Office.
Requirements
The Safety Management Specialist (SMS) I position serves in a trainee capacity, receiving formal and on-the-job training in the principles, concepts, work processes, regulations and reference materials fundamental to technical and professional aspects of a safety management system and programs requiring Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification; and performs other related duties as required.The Safety Management Specialist (SMS) II position serves in a trainee capacity, receiving formal and on-the-job training, in work processes, precedent situations, SMS, and FAA regulations relative to certificated airports; performs a variety of basic and routine assignments consistent with training status; and performs other related duties as required.
The Safety Management Specialist (SMS) III position performs basic reviews, inspections and evaluations of safety and certification program components for airport operations; implements SMS program performing reviews, inspections and evaluations of airport facilities and grounds, airside and landside as assigned; performs other related duties as required.
The Safety Management Specialist (SMS) IV position plans, organizes and executes safety and certification programs for airport operations, including aircraft rescue and firefighting; implements SMS to assess safety management components, such as safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance and safety promotion; collects and analyzes data, providing system evaluation; takes corrective action as needed; may perform internal evaluations; performs other related duties as required.
To view the Class Specification in its entirety, please CLICK HERE.
Qualifications
Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for ALL levels for which they are qualified.
To qualify, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements:
Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Specialized Experience: Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Progressively responsible (1) professional work experience in a safety or risk management program with responsibility for developing policies and procedures; (2) conducting inspections and evaluations of facilities and operations for compliance; (3) recommending and implementing corrective actions; and (4) developing training curriculum and conducting training of personnel. Such work experience may have been performed in a line, staff or management capacity, and must have demonstrated strong technical knowledge of FAA directives, laws, rules and regulations relating to airport certification and safety.
SMS Level I : No experience necessary
SMS Level II: Six (6) months of progressively professional work experience as noted above.
SMS Level III: One and one-half (1-1/2) years of progressively professional work experience as noted above.
SMS Level IV: Two and one-half (2-1/2) years of progressively professional work experience as noted above.
Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must possess the supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspect of supervision, by serving as a group or team leader, in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exits; or by the completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; and/or by favorable appraisals by supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.
Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Minimum Qualification Requirements in its entirety, please CLICK HERE
Security Identification Area (SIDA) Clearance - Federal Criminal History Records Check: In accordance with Federal regulations, person who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the SIDA clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within ten years from the date of application. Upon recommendation for hire, prospective employees will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding ten years.
Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Additional Information
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 accommodation in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call the DOT Personnel Office at (808) 587-2145 for assistance.
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: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Transportation (DOT) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications 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 our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
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 application.
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 DOT Personnel Office's Levels of Review.
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: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Transportation (DOT) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications 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 our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
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 application.
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 DOT Personnel Office's Levels of Review.
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