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secretary iii

central patrol bureau

Position located at the Main Police Station
801 South Beretania Street
The incumbent provides administrative, secretarial, and clerical services and support to the Assistant Chief in the Central Patrol Bureau who is responsible for District 1 (Central Honolulu), District 5 (Kalihi), District 6 (Waikiki), District 7 (East-Honolulu), and the Central Receiving Division, and the many subordinate echelons within these divisions. The Assistant Chief plans, directs, and coordinates programs, activities, and operations with other branches and/or agencies at the federal, state, and county levels; the criminal justice system, as well as community and other interested organizations, The Assistant Chief also spends a substantial portion of his time in personal contact with these groups. Such programs are interlocked on a direct and continuing basis with the programs of other departments requiring constant attention to formal clearances and procedural control.
now open

Opening date: September 28, 2026 | ClosinG DATE: October 8, 2026

police evidence specialist i

scientific investigation section

Position located at the Main Police Station
801 South Beretania Street
Example of Duties:
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1. Learns and assists with: searching, identifying, and recovering physical evidence from crime scenes; and marking, preserving, packaging, and securing recovered evidence. Learns the selection of appropriate personal protective equipment when handling hazardous evidence (e.g. gloves, eye protection, respirators, safety clothing, etc.) and assists with preparing it appropriately for transfer (e.g. rendering weapons safe, choosing appropriate containers, safety labeling). Learns and assists with preparing evidence reports and maintaining chain-of-custody requirements.

​2. Learns and assists with: preparing reports to document the crime scene and evidence recovered; and repairing diagrams using the measurements taken from the crime scene and drafting software. Inputs data, information, and documents into departmental and SIS record management systems.


3. Learns and assists with taking measurements, notes, and simple sketches to document the crime scene, including placement of physical evidence.  
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Opening Date: September 24, 2026 | Closing Date: October 5, 2026

property inventory clerk i

finance division

Position located at the Main Police Station
801 South Beretania Street
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
  1. Receives, inspects, and records deliveries to the Property & Supply Section; compares delivery tags received against items ordered (some deliveries may weigh up to 50 lbs.); issues agency identification tags on acquired items (as needed); notifies and follows up with requesting element on their requested items. 
  2. Obtains quotes, orders, coordinates deliveries, and follows up with vendors on department stocked supply items.
  3. Conducts physical and maintains up-to-date inventory in various computer inventory applications; maintains supporting documentation on the acquisition, transfer and disposal of items, as required by law, policy or practice. 
  4. Prepares required documentation (including letters and memorandums) for the disposal of items; assists in the authorized disposal of inventoried and other department items. 
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911 emergency response operator i

communications Division 

Position located at the Joint Traffic Management Center
710 South King Street
This position is the public's first contact point in an emergency and is primarily responsible for answering, screening and routing calls for service to all 911 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP). Work requires rotating shifts, days off, weekends, and holidays, and may also require extended work hours under certain unforeseen circumstances. Regular and reliable attendance is critical due to operational needs and to ensure public safety and prompt emergency service to the community.
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parking violations clerk i

traffic division 

Position located: 1287 Kalani Street
Duties included:
  • During the course of collections, inspects parking meters to ensure proper functioning and reports defective meters to the meter mechanics.
  • Educates the public on the proper use of meters, parking lot rules, regulations, and ordinances, and Traffic Code provisions relating to non-moving regulations. May direct traffic in parking facilities when necessary during peak periods.
  • Issues citations for metered and non-metered violations as needed.
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This position is considered a permanent position, whereas the posting below is a contract position

CONTRACT AND VOLUNTEER POSITIONS 

computer operator i

records and identification division

Contract located at the Main Police Station
801 South Beretania Street
The Computer Operator I is under the direct supervision of the Video Management Unit (VMU) Sergeant and must adhere to the State and City laws and ordinances, departmental rules and regulations, policies and procedures. This position performs processing and technical duties pertaining to the VMU's operations. Must have knowledge of computer functions and capabilities.
Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience:  
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of experience in an office environment which demonstrated effective use of personal computers, peripheral equipment, and applications such as word processing and electronic mail.
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Contract is approved until June 30, 2027, with an option for renewal

parking violations clerk i

Traffic Division
Operates a panel truck and collects money deposited in the parking meters on the curb and in off-street parking facilities. Lifts and pushes cart with storage box (up to 200 pounds) on uneven and sometimes uphill terrain (5-8 miles). Lifts cart filled with storage cans about 35 times into and out of assigned vehicles.
Contract approved till June 30, 2027. Option for renewal. ​
Applications will be forwarded to the Traffic Division. One of the Parking Enforcement staff will contact applicants directly. 
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CRIMESTOPPERS VOLUNTEER

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Division: Criminal Investigations Division
Location: 801 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Required Hours: 5 hours minimum/weekly (24/7 Operation)
Term: Minimum: 1 year commitment


Duties:
- Answer phones and document information received from anonymous tip lines.
- Input information into computer database.
- Other light administrative duties such as filing, copying and shredding.
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