Human Resources Jobs in Hawaii
Human Resources jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in Honolulu, with additional hiring activity in Hilo and Kapolei, where large employers like Hawaii Pacific Health, the University of Hawaii system, and Hilton Grand Vacations maintain active HR teams. Demand is strongest for HR generalists, talent acquisition specialists, and employee relations professionals who understand Hawaii's unique blend of union-represented workforces and hospitality-driven industries. Openings range from HR coordinator roles to senior business partner and director-level positions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerUniversity of Hawaii system
Top cityHonolulu, HI
Cities hiring7
Work type56% On-site
Top industryEnergy
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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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University Health Partners of Hawaii
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Punahou
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.
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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.
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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;
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Resume;
- Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of three (3) professional references; and
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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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Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Insurance
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Hawaii Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources jobs across Hawaii.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred or required for senior roles
- Familiarity with Hawaii employment law, including Hawaii Prepaid Health Care Act compliance
- Experience administering HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or UKG
- Three or more years of generalist or specialist HR experience in a relevant industry
- Strong knowledge of Hawaii wage and hour laws, leave regulations, and EEO requirements
Human Resources Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a human resources professional in Hawaii?
Hawaii does not require a state-issued license to work in human resources, so the path starts with a bachelor's degree in HR, business, or a related field. Employers across Honolulu and the neighbor islands consistently favor candidates who hold SHRM-CP or PHR credentials. Gaining experience with Hawaii-specific compliance, including the Prepaid Health Care Act and local wage and hour rules, significantly strengthens your candidacy with Hawaii employers.
Which companies hire human resources professionals in Hawaii?
Employers hiring human resources professionals in Hawaii right now include University of Hawaii system, Target, and Punahou, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hawaii's largest hiring activity comes from healthcare systems, hospitality groups, and state government agencies, all of which maintain dedicated HR functions across the islands.
Which Hawaii cities have the most human resources jobs?
Honolulu, Kapaa, and Hawaii account for the most human resources openings in Hawaii. Honolulu drives the bulk of demand as the state's commercial and government center, home to major hospital networks, hotel corporations, and state agencies, while Hilo and Kapolei offer openings tied to regional healthcare facilities and growing mixed-use employment corridors on Oahu's west side.
Are there remote human resources jobs in Hawaii?
Yes, and they are more common than in many fields, since much of HR work involves documentation, policy advising, and system administration that can be done off-site. About 44% of human resources openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for roles that do not require daily on-site presence. Talent acquisition, HRIS administration, and HR business partner roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a human resources professional in Hawaii with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or administrative assistant role within a large Hawaii employer such as a hotel group, hospital system, or state agency, where you gain exposure to benefits, onboarding, and compliance work. Hawaii Pacific Health and the University of Hawaii system occasionally post entry-level HR support roles suited to recent graduates. Earning an SHRM-CP credential early and demonstrating knowledge of Hawaii's Prepaid Health Care Act requirements gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge in applications.
Where can I find and apply to human resources jobs in Hawaii?
You can find and apply to human resources jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current Hawaii openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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