H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Hawaii
Hawaii's H-1B visa sponsorship activity is concentrated in healthcare, hospitality technology, engineering, and research sectors across Honolulu and the broader Oahu metro. The state's federal installations, university research programs, and growing tech presence create consistent demand for specialty occupation workers.
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Title: Fiscal Specialist
Position Number: 0077676T, 0078275T
Hiring Unit: School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST)
Location: UH at Manoa
Date Posted: October 26, 2026
Closing Date: November 13, 2026
Band: B
Salary: salary schedules and placement information
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: To begin approximately December 2026. Continuation subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Possibility of conversion to permanent.
Duties and Responsibilities
(*Denotes essential functions)
1.* Manage, reconcile, analyze, advise, closeout and report on spending and budget activity for a number of fund types, including research grants and contracts, general operating, and faculty start-up accounts.
2.* Responsible for fiscal accountability and documentation of procurement/acquisition, receipt, and issue records.
3.* Review, analyze, evaluate, and assist in development of budget proposals, budget requests and proposed expenditure plans.
4.* Prepare forecasts for short- and long-term financial plans relating to projects based on evaluation of the project's budget and operations to make recommendations on spending changes.
5.* Prepare, analyze, and interpret the department's financial condition; monitor financial reports and records and report significant changes to supervisor.
6.* Prepare reports and correspondence for internal and external review/distribution.
7.* Review, approve, and monitor procurement transactions for allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and availability of funds.
8.* Monitor project financial operations with respect to budget preparation and expenditure control.
9.* Fiscal signing authority up to $5,000.
10.* Research, interpret, and apply terms and conditions of sponsored agreements to ensure accuracy and compliance with all applicable policies and guidelines.
11.* Provide advice, interpretation and advise faculty, staff, and students by making effective recommendations, including the development of options and alternatives, regarding applicable policies, procedures and other administrative requirements.
12.* Conduct reviews and maintain fiscal transaction reports, forms, requests, fiscal journals and records in accordance with Federal, State and University rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
13.* Recommend changes to standard operating procedures to improve operations to achieve the most efficient and economical service.
- Participate in the supervision, development, and training of junior fiscal staff and student assistants.
15.* Provide and conduct fiscal compliance training to faculty, managers, and administrative support staff as needed.
- Participate on special teams or committees and prepare plans, reports and analyses that improve operations, ensuring compliance and identify and implement changes for increased efficiencies.
17.* Work as a team member to identify, coordinate, and evaluate problems.
18.* Receive and participate in regular training opportunities relative to policies and procedures of specialty area.
19.* Responsible for written and oral communications, exercising tact, diplomacy, and good judgment in relations with others.
20.* Develop and present to management and other personnel written and/or oral reports and recommendations.
21.* Advise supervisor of the progress of projects assigned, anticipated problems, major policy changes expected affecting specialized area, and completion of projects assigned.
22.* Effectively resolves complaints.
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Maintain and foster effective working relationships with others both internal and external to the University.
-
Assist other fiscal offices and departments in the school as needed.
-
Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications
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Possession of a baccalaureate degree in business administration or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for sponsored project administration, financial or governmental accounting; 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 general business management 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 sponsored project administration or general business management.
-
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 analyze, interpret, and use sound logic and judgment when applying administrative policies and procedures.
-
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet scheduled deadlines.
-
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word applications.
Desirable Qualifications
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Familiarity with the UH and RCUH accounting, procurement, and HR systems.
-
Knowledge of policies and procedures of UH and RCUH.
To Apply:
Applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, (2) resume, (3) names and contact information of 3 professional references and (4) copies of transcripts with confidential identifiable information (i.e. social security number, birth date, etc.) redacted are acceptable, but official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Teresa Medeiros; 808-956-3181; teresame@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/
Description
READVERTISEMENT
Title: Fiscal Specialist
Position Number: 0077676T, 0078275T
Hiring Unit: School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST)
Location: UH at Manoa
Date Posted: October 26, 2026
Closing Date: November 13, 2026
Band: B
Salary: salary schedules and placement information
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: To begin approximately December 2026. Continuation subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Possibility of conversion to permanent.
Duties and Responsibilities
(*Denotes essential functions)
1.* Manage, reconcile, analyze, advise, closeout and report on spending and budget activity for a number of fund types, including research grants and contracts, general operating, and faculty start-up accounts.
2.* Responsible for fiscal accountability and documentation of procurement/acquisition, receipt, and issue records.
3.* Review, analyze, evaluate, and assist in development of budget proposals, budget requests and proposed expenditure plans.
4.* Prepare forecasts for short- and long-term financial plans relating to projects based on evaluation of the project's budget and operations to make recommendations on spending changes.
5.* Prepare, analyze, and interpret the department's financial condition; monitor financial reports and records and report significant changes to supervisor.
6.* Prepare reports and correspondence for internal and external review/distribution.
7.* Review, approve, and monitor procurement transactions for allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and availability of funds.
8.* Monitor project financial operations with respect to budget preparation and expenditure control.
9.* Fiscal signing authority up to $5,000.
10.* Research, interpret, and apply terms and conditions of sponsored agreements to ensure accuracy and compliance with all applicable policies and guidelines.
11.* Provide advice, interpretation and advise faculty, staff, and students by making effective recommendations, including the development of options and alternatives, regarding applicable policies, procedures and other administrative requirements.
12.* Conduct reviews and maintain fiscal transaction reports, forms, requests, fiscal journals and records in accordance with Federal, State and University rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
13.* Recommend changes to standard operating procedures to improve operations to achieve the most efficient and economical service.
- Participate in the supervision, development, and training of junior fiscal staff and student assistants.
15.* Provide and conduct fiscal compliance training to faculty, managers, and administrative support staff as needed.
- Participate on special teams or committees and prepare plans, reports and analyses that improve operations, ensuring compliance and identify and implement changes for increased efficiencies.
17.* Work as a team member to identify, coordinate, and evaluate problems.
18.* Receive and participate in regular training opportunities relative to policies and procedures of specialty area.
19.* Responsible for written and oral communications, exercising tact, diplomacy, and good judgment in relations with others.
20.* Develop and present to management and other personnel written and/or oral reports and recommendations.
21.* Advise supervisor of the progress of projects assigned, anticipated problems, major policy changes expected affecting specialized area, and completion of projects assigned.
22.* Effectively resolves complaints.
-
Maintain and foster effective working relationships with others both internal and external to the University.
-
Assist other fiscal offices and departments in the school as needed.
-
Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications
-
Possession of a baccalaureate degree in business administration or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for sponsored project administration, financial or governmental accounting; 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 general business management 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 sponsored project administration or general business management.
-
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 analyze, interpret, and use sound logic and judgment when applying administrative policies and procedures.
-
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet scheduled deadlines.
-
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word applications.
Desirable Qualifications
-
Familiarity with the UH and RCUH accounting, procurement, and HR systems.
-
Knowledge of policies and procedures of UH and RCUH.
To Apply:
Applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, (2) resume, (3) names and contact information of 3 professional references and (4) copies of transcripts with confidential identifiable information (i.e. social security number, birth date, etc.) redacted are acceptable, but official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Teresa Medeiros; 808-956-3181; teresame@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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Tips for Finding H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Hawaii
Target Hawaii's federal and defense contractors
Hawaii hosts major U.S. military installations and federal agencies that rely on contractors for engineering, IT, and research roles. Companies holding federal contracts in Hawaii regularly sponsor H-1B workers for specialty occupation positions tied to those projects.
Focus on healthcare systems across Oahu
Hawaii Medical Center, Queen's Health Systems, and Kaiser Permanente Hawaii are among the largest employers in the state and consistent H-1B sponsors for physicians, nurses with specialty credentials, and allied health professionals in qualifying roles.
Look into University of Hawaii research roles
The University of Hawaii system sponsors H-1B visas for faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and specialized staff across its Manoa and Hilo campuses. Academic and research institution sponsors often have more flexible sponsorship timelines than private employers.
Search filtered job boards built for visa sponsorship
Generic job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate lets you search H-1B sponsorship jobs specifically in Hawaii, helping you focus on employers already open to sponsoring rather than cold-applying and asking later.
Prioritize employers with documented H-1B LCA filings
The Department of Labor's OFLC disclosure data shows which Hawaii employers have filed Labor Condition Applications, a required step in the H-1B process. Use this data to confirm an employer has a real track record of sponsoring before you apply.
Understand Hawaii's smaller talent pool advantage
Hawaii's tech and engineering workforce is significantly smaller than mainland metros, which means qualified international candidates face less competition for sponsored roles. Targeting Honolulu-based employers directly can improve your response rate compared to applying in oversaturated markets.
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Which industries in Hawaii sponsor the most H-1B visas?
Healthcare is the dominant H-1B visa sponsoring industry in Hawaii, driven by hospital systems and specialty medical practices. Information technology, civil and environmental engineering, and university research also generate consistent H-1B filings. Defense and federal contracting firms operating out of Oahu represent another significant source of sponsorship activity in the state.
Which cities in Hawaii have the most H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Honolulu accounts for the overwhelming majority of H-1B sponsorship activity in Hawaii, given its concentration of hospitals, tech firms, universities, and federal contractors. Hilo on the Big Island has a smaller but active research and academic sponsorship presence, primarily through the University of Hawaii at Hilo and affiliated observatories.
What types of roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Hawaii?
Roles that qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Hawaii generally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the position. Common qualifying roles include software engineers, physicians and surgeons, civil and environmental engineers, data analysts, university faculty, and specialized research scientists. Generalist or managerial roles without a degree-specific requirement typically do not qualify.
How do I find H-1B sponsorship jobs in Hawaii?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter H-1B sponsorship jobs by state so you can see Hawaii employers already open to sponsoring. You can also cross-reference the Department of Labor's OFLC disclosure database to identify companies with a track record of H-1B LCA filings in Hawaii before applying.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B jobs in Hawaii?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.