(Casual Hire) Student Life Counselor en University of Hawaii, HI

About the Department

**** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai’i may apply for Casual Hire appointments, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits provided to regular Board of Regents or Civil Service employees. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.

Title:                                         (Casual Hire) Student Life Counselor

Position Number:                     ***** Casual Hire

Hiring Unit:                               Hawaii Community College

Location:                                  Hilo

Date Posted:                            September 23, 2025

Closing Date:                           October 7, 2025

Salary:                                      $36.01/hour

Full Time/Part Time:                Full Time

Temporary/Permanent:           Temporary

The Student Life Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and assessing a comprehensive Student Life program that aligns with the college's academic, student development, and institutional goals. This position oversees and coordinates student programming, awareness initiatives, and related activities while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for students.

1. Develop, implement, and assess a holistic Student Life program that supports the academic mission and student development goals of the college.
2. Coordinate and manage student programs, awareness campaigns, and other student-focused activities.
3. Regularly evaluate program effectiveness and make improvements based on feedback and institutional needs.
4. Promote the establishment and active participation in student organizations, including Chartered Student Organizations (CSOs) and Registered Independent Student Organizations (RISOs).
5. Provide guidance, training, and support to CSO and RISO advisors, faculty, and staff to enhance the student organization experience.
6. Maintain and update policies and procedures related to Student Life, ensuring they are aligned with best practices and institutional goals.
7. Offer training and support to students, faculty, staff, and organization advisors regarding Student Life policies and procedures.
8. Oversee and maintain records of Student Life program expenditures, ensuring adherence to budgets and accurate monitoring of student fee account balances.
9. Design and implement leadership development workshops and team-building training to empower students and foster a strong campus community.
10. Oversee the Kahua Ola Basic Needs Center, providing supervision for student employees and managing day-to-day operations.
11. Offer proactive advising to students facing basic needs challenges, connecting them with resources and services as needed.
12. Assist students with enrollment in relevant programs or applications for basic needs services.
13. Collaborate with counselors to provide outreach, recruitment, and student support services, including orientation, registration, and enrollment.
14. Offer educational, career, transfer, transition, personal, and life planning counseling to students.
15. Provide general information and guidance on financial aid options and resources available to students.
16. Deliver targeted support services to at-risk students, including those with disabilities, to ensure equitable access and success in their academic and extracurricular pursuits.
17. Actively participate in departmental, college, and community service initiatives.
18. Engage in professional development activities and serve on faculty or administrative committees to contribute to the continuous improvement of student life on campus.
19. This position may require working evenings, weekends, and other duties as assigned to support student programming and events.
20. Other duties as assigned.

1. Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, College Student Personnel Services, Human Resources (including CTHAR and Personnel), Communications or a related field, OR
2. Bachelor's degree in Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, College Student Personnel Services, Human Resources (including CTHAR and Personnel), Communications, or a related field, plus three (3) years of directly related work experience.

Related fields may include: Education (including all degrees in the field), Family Resources, Human Development, Psychology (including all degrees in the field), Public Health, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, and Student Services Personnel.

Desirable Qualifications (DQ):

1. Knowledge of community college philosophy, mission, and purpose.
2. Experience providing counseling or academic advising within a post-secondary institution or educational setting.
3. Proven experience working effectively with student government, student organizations, student publications, and/or campus clubs in a college or university setting.
4. Ability to work effectively with students from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
5. Demonstrated ability to train students, staff, and faculty using a variety of teaching and learning strategies.
6. Training and experience in conflict resolution, mediation, and group facilitation.
7. Demonstrated commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within the academic and campus community.
8. Proven ability to support student success and well-being, with a focus on holistic development.

Application Submission: Click on the "Apply" button to complete an application and attach the following required documents.

1. A Copy of your academic transcript(s) appropriate to the position are required to be attached in order to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; copies of diplomas will NOT be accepted).  Official transcripts are required at the time of hire. Transcripts issued outside the United States of America 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 will be required before date of hire. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
2. Statement outlining how you meet minimum (and desirable, if applicable) qualification.
3. Names and contact information of three (3) references familiar with your job performance.
4. Resume.

Letters of recommendation are welcome. Applications lacking copies of academic transcript(s) will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. The application will be considered incomplete if material is unreadable. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last application received will be considered.

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Inquiries: 808-934-2525

Position Duties

The University of Hawai'i 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:  https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment 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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Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i 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: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/