Governor Josh Green and the Department of Human Resources Development (DHRD) are encouraging executive branch departments in Hawaii to increase their participation in Operation Hire Hawai‘i (OH-HI), a program created to address critical job vacancies within state government. OH-HI was established under Executive Order 25-02 in February 2025 as an initiative aimed at simplifying the hiring process and expediting qualified candidates into public service roles.
Since its launch, more than 160 people have been hired through OH-HI, indicating that the program has been effective in connecting job seekers with positions in state government. The current federal government shutdown has raised concerns about financial and economic stability for many residents in Hawaii. In response, state officials are urging those impacted by the shutdown to consider applying for jobs within the state government.
“Operation Hire Hawai‘i is an investment in our people and our future,” said Governor Green. “As federal uncertainty creates stress for families, we are opening doors to stable careers in public service at the state level. Every new hire strengthens our ability to deliver for Hawai‘i — and I encourage anyone ready to serve to step forward — your skills and your aloha are needed now more than ever.”
Brenna Hashimoto, Director of DHRD, added, “The Department of Human Resources Development is committed to working closely with our state agencies to ensure that those looking to join our ‘ohana can do so quickly. We currently have 40 job postings available under OH-HI and are encouraging all departments to open additional recruitments under this initiative as soon as possible.”
