Career Opportunities
DHLM is seeking highly motivated and dedicated professionals for the following positions. Send a resume and cover letter to dhlm@honolulu.gov, DHLM Personnel, 650 South King Street, 3rd Floor Honolulu, HI 96813; or fax (808) 768-4296. For more information, call (808) 768-4277.
Current Openings
DHLM is organized into several divisions, each supporting a different part of the City’s mission. Click on each division name below to expand/minimize the section and view current opportunities, when available.
Land Transactions Division
Land Agent IV
Date Posted: 05/19/2026
SR-22: $5,369.00 – 6,283.00 per month (BU13)
Details:
DHLM is seeking a Land Agent IV to assist in the planning, coordination, and management of land management and real property programs within the Land Transactions Division. This position plays a key role in supporting the complex real property transactions involving City-owned lands and facilities, including acquisitions, dispositions, easements, leases, licenses, rights-of-entry, transit-oriented development (TOD), affordable housing initiatives, and other strategic City projects. The Land Agent IV works to support the City’s housing, land use, and redevelopment objectives. The selected candidate will assist in reviewing and negotiating real estate transactions, and supporting the implementation of high-profile City initiatives.
Land Agent V
Date Posted: 05/19/2026
SR-24: $6,043.00 – 7,069.00 per month (BU13)
Details:
DHLM is seeking a Land Agent V to assist in the planning, coordination, and management of land management and real property programs within the Land Transactions Division. This position plays a key role in overseeing complex real property transactions involving City-owned lands and facilities, including acquisitions, dispositions, easements, leases, licenses, rights-of-entry, transit-oriented development (TOD), affordable housing initiatives, and other strategic City projects. The Land Agent V works closely with City leadership, other government agencies, developers, consultants, and community stakeholders to support the City’s housing, land use, and redevelopment objectives. The selected candidate will assist in supervising staff, coordinating division operations, reviewing and negotiating real estate transactions, and supporting the implementation of high-profile City initiatives.
Housing Property / Asset Management Division
Secretary II
Date Posted: 05/03/2025
SR-14: $4,054.00 – 4,742.00 per month (BU13)
Details:
The Department of Housing and Land Management (DHLM) is seeking a Secretary II to provide confidential secretarial and administrative support to the Asset Management Division. This position assists management and staff with daily operational, administrative, and program functions and performs a variety of clerical, coordination, and office management duties involving correspondence, records management, scheduling, public inquiries, and preparation of reports and documents. Responsibilities include coordinating and tracking division activities, projects, and assignments, including relocation activities and claims processing conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The selected candidate will maintain confidential files and records, prepare and review outgoing correspondence and forms for accuracy and completeness, and support the division in meeting operational deadlines and compliance requirements.
Housing Finance Division
Housing Development Division
Housing Policy Division
Conservation Office
Administration
Benefits of City Employment
In addition to providing important services to the public, employment with the City & County of Honolulu has many benefits. Depending on the type of appointment, position and length of service, benefits* may include:
Time-Off Description Notices Vacation Employees may earn 21 days a year. Sick Leave Employees may earn 21 days a year. Holidays There are 13 holidays observed per year.
(Election years include 14 holidays per year.)2026 Holiday Schedule (HTML)
2026 Holiday Schedule (PDF)- Health https://eutf.hawaii.gov/
Plans offered may include medical, prescription drug, vision, dental and life insurance. The amount the City pays is specified in the bargaining unit agreements. If you are required to pay premiums for the plans you select, you may choose to deduct the premium from your pay before taxes.
- Retirement Plan http://ers.ehawaii.gov/
All new employees have contributions deducted from their paychecks for their retirement plans.
- Deferred Compensation https://honolulu.beready2retire.com/
You can defer part of your pay to defer federal/state taxes until retirement.
- Employment Assistance Program
Free confidential counseling and referral services are available upon request.
- Training and Development
Numerous opportunities are available through City sponsored training programs and training reimbursement policy.
- Parking
Some job locations have free parking on-site; others may have convenient parking at low monthly rates.
- Pre-tax benefit on Transportation Expenses
You may designate as a pre-tax item, your monthly City parking fee, bus pass or mass transit fee via payroll deduction. Mass transit alternatives include: The Bus, LOTMA, VanPool Hawaii and Handi-Van.
- City Flex–Flexible Benefits Plan
City Flex allows employees to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with TAX FREE money by redirecting a portion of their salary to a Health Flexible Spending Account (“HFSA”) and/or a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (“DCFSA”). For more information, please visit http://nbsbenefits.com/cityofHonolulu/
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
For more information, call (808) 768-8542.
*Benefits are subject to change including changes due to legislation/negotiation and other changes.
Our Divisions
The Department of Housing and Land Management (DHLM) is organized into six core divisions. Each plays a critical role in advancing the City’s housing goals and managing public land resources. Click any division name below to learn more about its responsibilities, leadership, and current projects.