(CASUAL) Peer Mentorship Program Coordinator na 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 positions, 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 as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). 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) Peer Mentorship Program Coordinator

Hiring Unit:                          Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center

Position:                              ***Casual Hire***

Location:                              UH Hilo

Date Posted:                       September 17, 2025

Closing Date:                      September 24, 2025

Salary:                                 $30.29/hour

Full time/Part time:             Full-time (no more than 40 hours/week)  

Temporary/Permanent:      Temporary

Positions:                            2

Other Conditions:   Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin September 2025 or soon thereafter.  Not to exceed 89 days.   

Duties: 

Under the general supervision of the Director of the UH Hilo Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center, plan and coordinate the general UH Hilo peer mentorship program for first-year students.

1. Hire, train, supervise and evaluate peer mentors to assist implementation of programs and activities.
2. Oversee and assist in the planning and implementation of a range of activities and events by the Peer Mentors that will contribute to a meaningful student experience for first-year students to the campus.
3. Work collaboratively with UH Hilo campus resources to provide support for first-year students participating in the mentorship program.
4. Oversee and maintain data collection for student participants.
5. Occasionally perform work during evening and weekend hours as required by program needs.
6. Work in multiple work settings and maintain a variable work schedule as required.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited university.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo programs and services.
3. Previous experience working in higher education institution.
4. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
5. Any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated.

To Apply: 

Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.  A complete application must include:  

1. Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
4. Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).

Please do not include any self-identifying photos.  Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies.  All requested documents/information will become the property of the University.   All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Inquiries: Hualani Loo, [email protected]

Please refer to the Peer Mentorship Program Coordinator Casual Hire when making inquiries.

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/