Director of Hawaiian Ethos

$110,688 to $135,912 per year. Starting salary may be between the minimum and maximum salary range provided, based on qualifications.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Director of Hawaiian Ethos is responsible for institutionalizing and upholding the ethos of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA). This role involves planning, coordinating, directing, supervising, and participating in all aspects of OHA's programs and activities to promote, support, and advocate for Hawaiian protocol, culture, history, arts and language within and on behalf of the organization.

The Director of Hawaiian Ethos works in concert with the Sr. Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs to oversee cultural projects, which may include cross-collaboration with several of OHA’s partners and programs, identify the types of programs that need to be developed to benefit the Hawaiian community, establish cultural goals for Advocacy Initiatives, and coordinate Division activities with Executive Assistants.

This position works closely with the Senior Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs, the Hawaiian Cultural Operations Project Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Cultural Protocol for OHA

a. Leads the planning, coordination, and execution of Hawaiian protocol; supports the Senior Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs who acts as the Protocol officer for esteemed guests, Executive Team ceremonies, and major OHA events where hoʻokupu and ceremonial protocols are observed (internal and external).

b. Helps to coordinate huakaʻi and Hawaiian cultural professional development for Divisional/Program retreats with the Executive Assistant and Program Administrative Assistants.

c. Serves as an in-house cultural resource on issues and projects related to Hawaiian cultural protocol, language and translation, practices, mores & traditions, history, and customs.

2. OHA-wide Consultation and Support

a. Develop cultural products consistent with OHA's Strategic Plan, outlining the organization's goals, objectives, programs, and activities.

b. As a member of the Hawaiian Cultural Affairs team implements cultural programs and activities; develops and presents the statement of purpose, scope of work, and budgeted resources to the Chief Executive Officer.

c. Works in concert with the Sr. Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs to advise the Chief Executive Officer on programs, projects, and activities with counterparts in federal, state, and private agencies that assist and align with OHA’s efforts.

d. Conducts Hawaiian cultural services and referrals.

e. Provides an organizational filter for phone calls and email inquiries. In working with Communications, provides information or referrals to interested parties concerning traditional Hawaiian religious practices, rights, protocol, and language translation.

f. Maintains relationships with counterparts in other government and private agencies to advocate on behalf of Native Hawaiians and share information to advance the coordination of resources in support of Hawaiian culture.

g. Coordinates various in-service workshop offerings for OHA Trustees, Administration and staff.

h. Writes/reviews articles for OHA media outlets and other publications in consultation with Community Engagement, as needed.

3. Programmatic Consultation and Support

a. Communicates with other Divisions and/or their Assistants to gather necessary information to expedite the completion of culture-related projects.

b. Provides coordination and implementation of OHA conferences and summits that require logistical and content details connecting the event to Hawaiian culture. Responsible for planning and preparation of conference and summit protocols, incorporating healthy Hawaiian food, Hawaiian community, and practitioners in collaboration with Community Outreach.

c. Monitors the performance of contracts receiving funding from OHA as “culturally based” with consultation from Grants and Program Improvement.

4. Operations

a. Monitors and ensures expenditures are utilized as requested for organizational activities, projects, and programs.

b. Monitors personal work plans as they are utilized for organizational activities, projects, and programs.

c. Assists with general Hawaiian cultural matters and special assignments as they relate to the mandate, mission, and/or Strategic Plan.

5. General Support

a. Fully supports in action, language, behavior, and performance the priorities, decisions, and directives of the CEO, CFO, and the Sr. Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs.

b. Daily attendance is required for this position.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned by the Sr. Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs, COO, and/or CEO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Language, Education, or a social science or humanity with an emphasis on Hawaiian culture, customs, history, language, and/or arts.

2. Five (5) years of professional specialized experience demonstrating skill and facility in cultural administration, Hawaiian language, or anthropological research.

3. Fluency and proficiency in the Hawaiian and English languages.

4. Specialized professional experience that demonstrates possession of the ability to perform specialist duties including but not limited to the following: Hawaiian culture, customs, issues, and concerns; fundamental principles, practices, methods, techniques, and procedures of cultural, historical, and anthropological research; cultural, historical, and anthropological resource materials and sources; Hawaiian language, protocol, and religious practices; principles and practices of supervision.

5. Five (5) years of apprenticeship or kākoʻo practicum in the Hawaiian community and supporting Native Hawaiian organizations, Hālau hula, programs and projects to include, but not limited to, Hawaiian cultural practices such as kākāʻōlelo/ haʻiʻōlelo, oli, haku mele, hula, kākau, lawaiʻa, kilo, mahiʻai ʻāina, waʻa.

• Substitutions: A Master's degree in Hawaiian Studies or Hawaiian Language from an accredited university may be substituted for two (2) years of specialized professional experience OR three (3) years of documented work in the Hawaiian community and supporting Native Hawaiian organizations, programs, and projects.
• ʻUniki graduation from a recognized kumu and/or hālau may be deemed equivalent to three (3) years of specialized professional experience OR three (3) years of documented work in the Hawaiian community and supporting Native Hawaiian organizations, programs, and projects. (depending on the level of ʻuniki).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Must have working knowledge of:

• Hawaiian culture, customs, issues, and concerns.
• Fundamental principles, practices, methods, techniques, and procedures of cultural, historical, and anthropological research.
• Cultural, historical, and anthropological resource materials and sources.
• Hawaiian language, protocol, and religious practices.

2. Must have demonstrated skills or ability to:

• Plan, organize, and coordinate cultural research, planning, and/or developmental cultural studies; prepare cultural reports and summaries.
• Recognize Hawaiian cultural and language trends and problems to advise the Executive Office and interpret their significance.
• Oli and haʻi for formal and informal ceremonies (should come with a repertoire of mele oli – and discern the appropriateness when the mele should be performed.
• Set goals and achieve desired results, and a demonstrated ability to impart a results-oriented teamwork approach to others in the organization.
• Communicate effectively (in writing and orally) with upper management, peers, contractors, and the public.
• Inspire confidence and develop others’ skills and abilities.
• To promulgate and amplify the Hawaiian language and culture, and to engage in all work leading through the lens of a Hawaiian worldview.
• Deal tactfully and effectively and establish and maintain working relationships with other employees, external agencies and their representatives, and with the general public.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, visit our company jobs website at www.oha.org/jobs. Download, complete and submit the fillable OHA application form along with a resume and cover letter via email to careers@oha.org.

Or via mail to:

OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS

560 N. Nimitz Highway, Suite 200

Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96817

Attention: Human Resources

Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) employees must be permanent Hawaii residents. Out-of-state applicants who are offered employment with OHA will need to relocate to Hawaii and establish permanent residency.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,688.00 - $135,912.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,688 - $135,912