Organizational Development Specialist jobs in Hawaii

Join Our ‘Ohana!

Partners in Development Foundation is one of Hawaiʻi's foremost local nonprofits, operating since 1997. We lead with our values of aloha and service, supporting some of our most vulnerable youth and families throughout the state with education and programs that build healthy, resilient families and communities. We've served more than 128,000 family members in our 24 years of service (see pidf.org). This opportunity is a chance to work with and support a dynamic leadership team committed to making a difference in the lives of keiki and ʻohana. Explore the chance to join our team and contribute in a meaningful, rewarding, and positive work environment devoted to building a better Hawaiʻi for today and tomorrow.

Primary Purpose

Connect Opportunity Youth (OY) with training and employment opportunities, provide job readiness training, and ensure participants receive supportive services for successful integration into the workforce.

Essential Duties

Employment & Training

• Develop and maintain partnerships with local businesses, industries, and educational institutions to secure opportunities for participants;
• Match participants` skills and interests with appropriate job opportunities, internships, and training programs;
• Facilitate job readiness workshops, pop-up events, and resource fairs that cover resume writing, interview preparation, workplace etiquette, and other relevant topics.

Program Development

• Collaborate with program team members to develop and refine workforce development strategies for youth in underserved communities;
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of employment-related services and make adjustments as needed to enhance program support outcomes;
• Monitor and document job placement and training follow-ups to assess retention rates and participant satisfaction, providing additional support and guidance as needed.

Participant Support

• Conduct intake assessments to identify participant and family needs;
• Assist participants in navigating and accessing PIDF internal program services and community resources;
• Provide individual career counseling and planning to assist participants with setting realistic goals with actionable strategies for achieving them;
• Assist participants in overcoming barriers to training and employment such as lack of transportation, childcare needs, or limited work experience;
• Maintain detailed records of participant’s progress toward employment goals, including tracking certifications, training completions, and employment outcomes.

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned, including participation in community outreach and program promotion activities.

Work Hours

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or as otherwise determined by the supervisor;
• Position requires regular and predictable attendance;
• Some events on evenings or weekends at various times;
• Must be able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the program.

Working Conditions

• Office and/or partner or program sites;
• Frequent travel in personal or company vehicle to and from program sites, participant locations, event sites, meeting locations;
• Must be able to travel throughout the island of Oʻahu on a regular basis;
• Travel to the neighbor islands and U.S. continent may be required.

Equipment Use

Personal vehicle and office equipment such as computers, phones, copier/scanners, etc.

Mental, Physical and Communication Demands:

Mental:

• Consistent adherence to the practice of PIDF’s five core values that are used as a guiding force in the success of all of its programs;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Capability to adapt to changing program needs;
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills;
• Must be able to cope with stress that may be induced by the situations of our clients;
• Actively demonstrates a commitment to support equity and inclusion, and serves as an advocate for colleagues, partners, and communities;
• Takes responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and agency objectives, and delivering results. Sets high standards of shared performance for self and others;
• Ensure work is thoughtfully completed, accurate, and error-free to the highest degree possible.

Physical:

• Must be able to work at a desk/computer or sit in a vehicle for long periods;
• Requires lifting and carrying of up to 20 pounds on a regular basis.

Communication:

• Must exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Requires the ability to facilitate training and informational sessions in front of large audiences;
• Must be able to handle and maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Services, or a related field;
• At least two years of experience in workforce development or case management
• Must have access to a vehicle, have a valid driver's license, a safe and responsible driving record, and current no-fault auto insurance, with at least $100K in bodily collision per person and $25K in property damage liability.

Preferred:

• Experience working with at-risk or justice-involved youth;
• Knowledge of local labor market trends and employment laws;
• Knowledge of Native Hawaiian culture and language.

All positions require that the incumbent have no record of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in the classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsible, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Partners in Development Foundation is an EEO employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all applicants, employees and program participants. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Name and/or Title: Cindy Quach, HR Director
Address: 2040 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone #: 808-348-4895

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocrfor the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,992.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• workforce development or case management: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person