NDPTC INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR – ID# 226525

Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.

NDPTC INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR – ID# 226525. 

CLOSING DATE:  September 8, 2026, or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended.

INQUIRIES:  Sachiko Dorman 808-956-0627 (Oahu).  

Regular, Full-Time, Limited-Term (not to exceed twelve (12) months in duration from date of hire), RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Department of Urban & Regional Planning, National Disaster Preparedness Training Center (NDPTC), located at the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa (UHM), in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.  

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:  $4,100 - $4,333.33/Mon. 

DUTIES:  Responsible for the development, implementation, and updating of NDPTC’s Instructor Development Program. Position works to ensure that NDPTC’s program is consistent with and complies with DHS/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) guidelines and incorporates adult learning theories, classroom management techniques, and instructor development and coaching techniques.  The Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for all instructors to ensure quality instruction of FEMA Certified training courses.  Works with subject matter experts and NDPTC staff to integrate specific qualifications and classroom needs into course-specific components of the Instructor Development Program in addition to general instructor requirements and desired technique utilization. Assists with the recruitment, review, evaluation, selection, and contract negotiations for professional instructional staff.  Facilitates and coordinates instructor logistics to ensure successful delivery of FEMA Certified training courses.  Drives to transport equipment and supplies to and from project sites and for trainings. Keeps up to date on new and emerging learning/classroom techniques related to coaching, instructor development and training.  Provide reports on an as-needed basis as requested.  

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATIONBachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Business Administration, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field. (Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college and at least two (2) years of relevant work experience, or High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and at least five (5) years of relevant work experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree.).

EXPERIENCEOne to three (1-3) years of progressively responsible professional experience involving program administration, coordination of adult training programs, or instructor coaching and evaluation.

KNOWLEDGEBasic knowledge of and demonstrated ability to identify and assess the capabilities of existing instructors, recruitment needs, and professional development needs and requirements. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the FEMA course development and delivery process. 

ABILITIES & SKILLSMust be able to meet and maintain the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) security requirements to access work location. Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien.  Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a positive, service-oriented manner with colleagues, internal and external customers/organizations, vendors, groups, and project staff. Proficient in relevant word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must meet NOAA security requirements and obtain and maintain security clearance for working in a federal facility, which includes being fingerprinted and having a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background check and background credit check performed within twelve (12) months from date of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months.  

POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENTAs a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings.  Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).  

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:    

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field. Experience working with DHS/FEMA, training programs, and/or other programs related to emergency management. Knowledge of the University of Hawai‘i and its organizational structure, policies and procedures, and/or the Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i’s (RCUH) administrative policies and procedures.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) List of Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, please send additional documents to [email protected]. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/policies-forms-documents/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.

RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i. 

RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.