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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Derelict/Abandoned Vehicle Specialist - SR-22

Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI

Full-time, Contract

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$64K/yr - $75K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Derelict/Abandoned Vehicle Specialist to administer and coordinate the island-wide derelict and abandoned vehicle program for the County of Hawai'i. The role involves program management, compliance with laws and regulations, and collaboration with various agencies to ensure effective program implementation.

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Responsibilities

Administers, coordinates, and monitors the Derelict and Abandoned Vehicle (DAV) Program for the County of Hawai‘i, including new programs and program expansions

Develops, recommends, implements, and maintains program goals, plans, policies, and procedures assuring compliance with departmental, State, Federal, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations; ensures safeguards are in place to protect confidential information

Coordinates and participates in investigations with police, prosecutor’s, and other agencies; implements and oversees the protocol for ensuring police reports are processed

Represents department at community organization meetings to inform public of program services and activities

Collaborates with representatives from other departments, governmental agencies, vendors, and private or community organizations to foster cooperation and effectively implement programs and activities

Administers the Auction of Abandoned Vehicles for the County of Hawai‘i

Participates in the preparation of annual budget requests; may attend budget hearings to justify requests

Keeps abreast of changes to applicable laws, policies, regulations, etc. which may affect the DAV Program

Manages contracts with various vendors for the DAV Program in accordance with County policies /procedures and contract requirements

Conducts special studies and analyses as assigned and prepares appropriate reports and recommendations

Provides technical assistance to and coordinates with other agencies to develop, improve, and implement programs for removal, clean-up, and disposal of abandoned vehicles, junk vehicles, and related items and materials

Supervises lower-level workers and personnel in support of the Derelict and Abandoned Vehicle Program for the County of Hawai‘i

Keeps statistical records; prepares various reports

Operates a vehicle to perform work-related travel

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Program managementContract managementBudget preparationSupervisory experienceDerelict vehicle knowledgeTechnical assistanceAnalytical reportingCommunity engagementResearch methodsGeography knowledgeGrant writingEffective communicationCollaboration

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application)

Two and one-half (2 1/2) years of responsible experience in program management which shall have included responsibility for program administration and monitoring, budget preparation, or contract management

One (1) year of experience in support of a Derelict and Abandoned Vehicle (DAV) Program

Demonstrated supervisory aptitude

Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire)

Knowledge of trends and developments relative to derelict and abandoned vehicles, laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, and regulations governing the identification, removal, transporting, and storage of derelict/abandoned vehicles

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise a derelict/abandoned vehicle removal program

Ability to provide information and technical assistance regarding the County's DAV Program

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with various segments of the public

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with various private, governmental and community organizations

Ability to evaluate programs and recommend improvements

Ability to identify private, state, and federal funding sources and prepare grant applications

Ability to understand, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations

Ability to prepare analytical reports with recommendations

Physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations