Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Hawaii
Human Resources Assistant jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in Honolulu, Hilo, and Kailua-Kona, where anchor employers like the Hawaii State Department of Human Resources Development, the University of Hawaii System, and Kaiser Permanente Hawaii maintain active HR teams across multiple facilities. Demand runs from entry-level administrative support through experienced HR generalist and benefits coordination roles, with the strongest specialties in recruitment coordination, employee relations, and leave administration. Hawaii's large healthcare, government, and hospitality sectors keep openings consistent throughout the year. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerUniversity of Hawaii system
Top cityHonolulu, HI
Cities hiring6
Work type60% On-site
Top industryHealthcare
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University of Hawaii system
Human Resources Manager
Honolulu, Hawaii
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VP Human Resources
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HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union
VP Human Resources
Honolulu, Hawaii
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Director of Human Resources
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Director of Human Resources
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Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Honolulu, Hawaii
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Human Resources Coordinator (Oahu)
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Hawaii Foodservice Alliance
Human Resources Coordinator (Oahu)
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Human Resources Manager
University of Hawaii system·Honolulu, Hawaii
Job functions:
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Description
Title: Human Resources Manager
Position Number: 0077518
Hiring Unit: Manoa Office of Business and Finance
Location: UH at Manoa
Date Posted: September 3, 2026
Closing Date: September 18, 2026
Band: B
Salary : salary schedules and placement information
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Duties and Responsibilities
(NOTE: * denotes Essential Functions)
Serves as the Human Resources (HR) Manager responsible for HR services for the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) Office of the Chancellor, Office of the Provost, and designated Vice Chancellor, Vice Provost offices.- Manages and directs operations of the Administrative Services Human Resources Office, supervises, mentors, and trains HR staff in HR functions.
- Advises and interprets human resource statutes, policies, procedures collective bargaining agreements, instructions and practices.
- Executes personnel transactions for the Office of the Office of the Chancellor and various department/programs reporting to the Chancellor, including UH and RCUH personnel actions.
- Prepares, reviews and/or audits personnel transactions and analyzes staffing patterns. Runs and provides ad hoc reports to unit Directors and section managers as needed and upon request.
- Ensures compliance with applicable University, Federal and State guidelines regarding Professional Improvement leave, LWOP for Personal Reasons, and Family Leave.
- Works with department heads to resolve conflicts by coordinating information gathering. Monitor and advise directors and supervisors throughout progressive discipline and performance improvement processes, recommending the best courses of action.
- Coordinates Workers' Compensation claims between employees of the Office of the Chancellor, Office of the Provost, and designated Vice Chancellor and Vice Provost offices and the Office of Human Resources.
- Reviews, monitors, advises and ensures that all online sick and vacation leave transactions are in compliance with Federal, State and University guidelines.
- Works with departments to ensure that non-US citizen employees comply with employment regulations. Reviews INS document preparation for compliance with federal and state regulations. Submits J-1, H-1B, O-1 Visas to Faculty and Scholar Immigration Services (FSIS).
- Advises employees on employee benefit programs in the context of and in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements and/or practices.
- Provides technical advice on matters relating to personnel administration, performance and discipline issues, grievance procedures and EEO/AA regulation procedures.
- Conducts internal investigation of complaints made by students, civil service and APT employees. Meets with supervisors and subordinates to resolve conflicts when they occur.
- Conducts training and information meetings to update supervisors and subordinates on issues that affect personnel administration.
- Conduct regular reviews of administrative processes to identify and recommend areas for improvements and streamlining.
- Acts as liaison between UH System OHR, UH Payroll, Student Employment Offices, RCUH and staff to implement and communicate any changes in procedures made by these offices.
- Sets job expectations and conducts performance evaluations annually for HR Staff members.
- Coordinates recruitments for departments, including posting of WorkatUH vacancies, screening applications for priority and completeness, monitoring candidate pool. Generates offer letters and receives acceptances from selectees. Processes new hires.
- Attends training sessions and informational meetings (HR Ohana, Pre-Managers, System HR Specialists, AO/PO Quarterly, etc.) on a regular basis.
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Other duties as assigned
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Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, or related field and 5 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for human resources administration; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
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Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of human resources administration as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
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Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with employee benefits and human resources administration.
-
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
-
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
-
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
-
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
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If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
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Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
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Familiarity with UH and RCUH Human Resources systems and policies and procedures.
-
Technical knowledge of PeopleSoft personnel database.
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Experience working in a unionized work environment and interacting with employee unions.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
. Applicants must submit the following:
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Cover letter indicating your interest in the position and how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;
-
Resume;
- Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of three (3) professional references; and
-
Copy of unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required at the time of hire). Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted.) Documents issued from an institution 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. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
Inquiries: Marcus Hayden, 808-956-0447, marcush@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
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.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
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/
University of Hawaii system
Human Resources Manager
Honolulu, Hawaii
Added 2d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
Bachelor's degree in business administration
Job Description
Description
Title: Human Resources Manager
Position Number: 0077518
Hiring Unit: Manoa Office of Business and Finance
Location: UH at Manoa
Date Posted: September 3, 2026
Closing Date: September 18, 2026
Band: B
Salary : salary schedules and placement information
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Duties and Responsibilities
(NOTE: * denotes Essential Functions)
Serves as the Human Resources (HR) Manager responsible for HR services for the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) Office of the Chancellor, Office of the Provost, and designated Vice Chancellor, Vice Provost offices.- Manages and directs operations of the Administrative Services Human Resources Office, supervises, mentors, and trains HR staff in HR functions.
- Advises and interprets human resource statutes, policies, procedures collective bargaining agreements, instructions and practices.
- Executes personnel transactions for the Office of the Office of the Chancellor and various department/programs reporting to the Chancellor, including UH and RCUH personnel actions.
- Prepares, reviews and/or audits personnel transactions and analyzes staffing patterns. Runs and provides ad hoc reports to unit Directors and section managers as needed and upon request.
- Ensures compliance with applicable University, Federal and State guidelines regarding Professional Improvement leave, LWOP for Personal Reasons, and Family Leave.
- Works with department heads to resolve conflicts by coordinating information gathering. Monitor and advise directors and supervisors throughout progressive discipline and performance improvement processes, recommending the best courses of action.
- Coordinates Workers' Compensation claims between employees of the Office of the Chancellor, Office of the Provost, and designated Vice Chancellor and Vice Provost offices and the Office of Human Resources.
- Reviews, monitors, advises and ensures that all online sick and vacation leave transactions are in compliance with Federal, State and University guidelines.
- Works with departments to ensure that non-US citizen employees comply with employment regulations. Reviews INS document preparation for compliance with federal and state regulations. Submits J-1, H-1B, O-1 Visas to Faculty and Scholar Immigration Services (FSIS).
- Advises employees on employee benefit programs in the context of and in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements and/or practices.
- Provides technical advice on matters relating to personnel administration, performance and discipline issues, grievance procedures and EEO/AA regulation procedures.
- Conducts internal investigation of complaints made by students, civil service and APT employees. Meets with supervisors and subordinates to resolve conflicts when they occur.
- Conducts training and information meetings to update supervisors and subordinates on issues that affect personnel administration.
- Conduct regular reviews of administrative processes to identify and recommend areas for improvements and streamlining.
- Acts as liaison between UH System OHR, UH Payroll, Student Employment Offices, RCUH and staff to implement and communicate any changes in procedures made by these offices.
- Sets job expectations and conducts performance evaluations annually for HR Staff members.
- Coordinates recruitments for departments, including posting of WorkatUH vacancies, screening applications for priority and completeness, monitoring candidate pool. Generates offer letters and receives acceptances from selectees. Processes new hires.
- Attends training sessions and informational meetings (HR Ohana, Pre-Managers, System HR Specialists, AO/PO Quarterly, etc.) on a regular basis.
-
Other duties as assigned
-
Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, or related field and 5 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for human resources administration; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
-
Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of human resources administration as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
-
Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with employee benefits and human resources administration.
-
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
-
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
-
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
-
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
-
If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
-
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
-
Familiarity with UH and RCUH Human Resources systems and policies and procedures.
-
Technical knowledge of PeopleSoft personnel database.
-
Experience working in a unionized work environment and interacting with employee unions.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
. Applicants must submit the following:
-
Cover letter indicating your interest in the position and how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;
-
Resume;
- Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of three (3) professional references; and
-
Copy of unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required at the time of hire). Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted.) Documents issued from an institution 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. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
Inquiries: Marcus Hayden, 808-956-0447, marcush@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
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.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
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/
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Hawaii Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources assistant jobs across Hawaii.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Proficiency in HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Knowledge of Hawaii employment law, including HLRB regulations and state leave requirements
- Experience maintaining confidential employee records and supporting onboarding processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with employees and managers
- PHR, aPHR, or SHRM-CP certification preferred for advancement into generalist roles
Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a human resources assistant in Hawaii?
Most human resources assistant roles in Hawaii require at least an associate degree in human resources, business, or a related field, though many employers prefer a bachelor's degree. Hawaii has no state-issued HR license, but earning an aPHR or SHRM-CP credential strengthens your application significantly. Large Hawaii employers such as state agencies and hospital systems frequently list these credentials as preferred, and SHRM student chapters at the University of Hawaii offer exam preparation resources for early-career candidates.
Which companies hire human resources assistants in Hawaii?
Companies currently hiring human resources assistants in Hawaii include University of Hawaii system, Marine Corps Community Services/USMC Civilian, and Target, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hawaii's government sector, major healthcare systems, and large hospitality groups are among the most consistent sources of human resources assistant openings across the islands.
Which Hawaii cities have the most human resources assistant jobs?
Honolulu, Kapaa, and O'ahu have the most human resources assistant openings in Hawaii. Honolulu drives the majority of listings due to its concentration of state and county government offices, major hospital systems, and corporate headquarters, while Hilo and Kailua-Kona generate consistent demand through healthcare facilities and large resort and hospitality employers anchored on the Big Island.
Are there remote human resources assistant jobs in Hawaii?
Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical or technology fields, since many human resources assistant duties involve in-person onboarding, file management, and employee interactions. About 40% of human resources assistant openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote portion most often covering recruiting coordination and HRIS data entry tasks rather than benefits administration or on-site employee support.
How can I get hired as a human resources assistant in Hawaii with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to administrative coordinator or office assistant roles within HR departments at large Hawaii employers such as the University of Hawaii System, Hawaii Pacific Health, or state government agencies, where internal transfers into dedicated HR support roles are common. Completing an aPHR certification or a SHRM student membership signals commitment and gives your application an edge over other entry-level candidates. Hawaii community colleges also offer human resources certificate programs that pair classroom work with employer referrals across Oahu and the neighbor islands.
Where can I find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in Hawaii?
You can find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Hawaii employers. Search by city or specialty to narrow the results to roles that fit your background, then apply directly to the listings that match.
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