(CASUAL) Bonner Program Coordinator

Posting number: 2026-01826

Department: University of Hawai'i at Hilo

Division: Academic Affairs - Center for Community Engagement

Job classification: CASUAL

Posting type: Open

Categories: Higher Education

Summary

 *** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees. 

Title:                                   (CASUAL) Bonner Program Coordinator
Hiring Unit:                         Center for Community Engagement
Position:                              *** Casual Hire ***
Location:                             UH Hilo
Date Posted:                      August 20, 2026
Closing Date:                     August 27, 2026
Salary:                                $32.53/hour
Full time/Part time:            Part-time, 30 hours/week (0.75 FTE)
Temporary/Permanent:    Temporary

Other Conditions: Casual hire temporary appointment is expected to begin September 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.

Duties:

1. Develops and coordinates the University of Hawaii at Hilo Bonner Leader Program in compliance with National Bonner Program guidelines.
2. Develops and implements plans to identify, recruit, and select students.
3. Tracks student participation and manages records utilizing web-based participation.
4. Addresses concerns and issues related to student performance and participation.
5. Functions as the primary liaison with community partners.
6. Monitors partnership progress with respect to community impact and student development.
7. Oversees affiliation and communicates with the Bonner Foundation.
8. Plans and implements key events, such as Orientation, the first-year service trip, the Celebration of Learning and Summer Leadership Institute.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in any field and/or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and experience working with students in organizations, teams, associations, or other structured groups.
3. Familiarity with post-secondary collegiate missions and goals related to student-focused programs, i.e. leadership development and civic engagement.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and community.
5. Demonstrated ability to effectively organize and carry out multiple tasks and manage work priorities.
6. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in a variety of situations.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Experience with Bonner Leader Program.
2. Two (2) years of professional experience that supports student development and success.
3. Considerable knowledge and experience leading students in organization, teams, associations, or other structured groups.
4. Certification of Participation in professional development programs on leadership principles and/or in leadership development programming.
5. Demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships with community organizations, faculty, staff and students.

To Apply: Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.  A complete application must include: 

1. Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
4. Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).

Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by