Executive Director

Executive Director

About the Company

Mission-driven legal corporation serving the local community

Industry
Legal Services

Type
Privately Held

Founded
1974

Employees
11-50

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to serve as its chief executive and public-facing ambassador. The successful candidate will be responsible for representing the organization with various stakeholders, including the Board, staff, community partners, funders, and the broader legal and philanthropic communities. This role involves guiding a mission-driven team that delivers complex legal advocacy and services, with a focus on Native Hawaiian rights and community priorities. The ideal Executive Director will be a respected, relationship-centered leader with deep credibility in the legal community, and will bring a strategic orientation toward fundraising and partnerships to ensure the sustainability and growth of the organization's work. Key responsibilities for the Executive Director include leading a professional team, managing high-stakes work, and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability. Cultural competence, humility, and the ability to build trust across communities are essential for success in this position. The role also requires a candidate with a strong understanding of the legal and advocacy settings, particularly in the context of Native Hawaiian rights, and a commitment to the mission of the organization. The Executive Director will play a critical role in sustaining and expanding the organization's impact, both locally and nationally, and must be prepared to engage in strategic initiatives that will support the long-term goals of the organization.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• CEO/President
• Non-Profit Management