Careers
Hawaiian Council, formerly known as the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA), is seeking qualified individuals to join our growing operations. Hawaiian Council carries a kuleana to enhance the cultural, economic, political, and community development of Native Hawaiians.
We’re expanding!
Headquartered in Kapolei, Oʻahu, Hawaiian Council is a Native Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certified by the U.S. Treasury department and a HUD-Certified Housing Counseling agency. We provide access to capital, financial education, and individualized financial counseling services with a focus on low and moderate-income families. Hawaiian Council serves as a National Intermediary, providing grants and loans targeting underserved communities, and community-based organizations in Hawaiʻi.
Permanent Hawaiian Council positions come with an array of benefits, including:
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10 Paid Holidays
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Paid Time Off
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Medical, Dental, and Vision
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401k With Employer Match
- 100% Employer Sponsored Life Insurance
Hawaiian Council is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Join our team today
Apply online and help us uplift lāhui. Please complete this form and upload a copy of your resume if you are interested in being considered for one of the positions we are currently recruiting for. We will review resumes and follow-up according to your skills and experience.
What We Do
Rent & Mortgage Relief
We can help you find the resources you need for your ʻohana to thrive -from mortage to utilities and assistance programs.
Kilohana
Kilohana is a collaborative of complementary change agents committed to fulfilling HTA’s vision and specific directives.
Community Programs
Our community programs work with members of our community to develop the skills and resources needed to thrive.
Join Our Community
Become a Hawaiian Council member to get the opportunity to join other kānaka in lifting, empowering and inspiring our lāhui.
Current Openings
Local and Group Sales Manager
- Salary range – 65k
- Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with over 40 concierge desks, tour desks, and activity resellers across the island.
- Conduct regular in-person visits, presentations, and product updates to hospitality partners.
- Provide collateral, promotional materials, and up-to-date booking information to all concierge and front-line partners.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all concierge-related sales activity and issue resolution.
- Identify, solicit, and close corporate groups, conventions, incentive trips, and private
performance bookings. - Work closely with VCB Convention Sales and other destination marketing organizations to attract group business.
- Prepare customized proposals, pricing, and presentations for group and private event
opportunities. - View the position description below for more details.
Account Manager
- Salary range – 60k
- Serve as Von Mack Agency’s designated on-site point person to collaborate with Hawaiian Council’s Director of Sales to support tactical initiatives and ideation under master marketing plan.
- Facilitate and help maintain an annual marketing calendar that aligns with sales priorities, seasonal campaigns, budgets, and major events.
- Serve as the central communication hub between Hawaiian Council’s internal departments (sales, operations, leadership) and Von Mack’s account management, creative, and digital teams.
- Ensure all marketing efforts reflect both agency’s brand identity, tone, and visual standards.
- View the position description below for more details.
Social Media and Online Presence Specialist
- Salary range – 50k
- Develop and execute a content calendar that aligns with marketing campaigns, promotions, and brand goals.
- Create, post, and manage engaging content (photos, videos, stories, captions, etc.) across all active platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, LinkedIn).
- Capture and curate on-brand visual and written content for social media, email, and web.
- Oversee website content to ensure accuracy, freshness, and alignment with ongoing promotions and brand updates.
- View the position description below for more details.
Retail Sales Associate
- Greets and interacts with customers.
- Consults with customers to understand their needs and preferences related to
- merchandise.
- Demonstrates and explains merchandise, selecting and suggesting options suitable for
- the customer’s needs.
- Answers customer’s questions about merchandise.
- View the position description below for more details.
Intern Cycle
Spring: Applications open in December. Work begins in the third week of January and continues through April.
Summer: Applications are accepted in March and April. Work commences in the first week of June and concludes in September.
Fall: Applications open in July. Work starts in the third week of September and concludes in November.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Call us at 808-596-8155