Program Specialist - Continuing Education

Overview

Title: Program Specialist

Position Number: 0097582T

Hiring Unit: Continuing Education

Location: Kahului, Maui

Date Posted: January 23, 2026

Closing Date: February 06, 2026

Salary: Salary schedules and placement information

Additional Salary Information: Pay Band B:
Minimum $5,434/month

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Funding: Special

Other

Conditions:

This is NOT a remote position – the job requires in-person work. Continuation of the position is dependent on program/operational needs and funding renewal. Contact the Human Resources Office for additional information.

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NOTE:

denotes Essential Functions)

• Develops and supervises staff to develop and implement strategic initiatives that foster effective and forward-thinking continuing education programs.
• Develops and manages specialized training programs and certification opportunities to meet workforce and community needs.
• Contributes leadership and program development skills to advance the overall success of continuing education programs for a multicultural and diverse population of adult learners.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises program design and development initiatives, including course catalogs, registration systems, and student services.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises the development and integration of program materials and content across various delivery formats.
• Creates comprehensive plans for continuing education program direction and initiatives, integrating input from diverse stakeholders and community partners.
• Develops the catalog of courses and programs. Keeps abreast of current trends in workforce development and adult education and conceptualizes emerging needs, structuring them into actionable implementation plans.
• Monitors the demand, trends, and utilization of continuing education offerings across all program areas.
• Expands training opportunities through various delivery methods, including online, hybrid, and mobile offerings to serve business, workforce development, and professional development needs in remote locations statewide.
• Cultivates successful partnerships with grant funding institutions, workforce development agencies, and community organizations to leverage best practices and funding opportunities.
• Collaborates with the University of Hawaii Community College continuing education offices and various State Workforce Development organizations to provide continuing education opportunities for a multicultural and diverse population.
• Delivers program information, including statistical and financial reports regarding enrollment, registrations, and cash flow as requested.
• Provides leadership for innovative program delivery methods and emerging trends in adult education and workforce training.
• Cultivates successful partnerships with employers, industry partners, and grant funding institutions to identify training needs and secure resources.
• Serves as the Program Coordinator and Manager for non-credit continuing education courses and workshops across multiple disciplines.
• Coordinates cutting-edge Continuing Education Programs to enhance the professional and personal development of Maui County residents and increase workforce effectiveness in a dynamic global marketplace.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Professional

Work Experience:

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Adult Education, or Program Management or related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for Continuing Education, Workforce Development, Program Coordination, or Adult Education; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in Continuing Education or Adult Learning, as demonstrated by broad knowledge of Program Development, Curriculum Design, or Adult Education methodologies.
• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations related to Continuing Education, Workforce Development, or Adult Education Programs.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide-ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of problems and develop effective, innovative solutions promptly.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally, and through preparation of reports and other materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, community partners, employers, educational institutions, and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology and software applications to support program administration, student services, and…