HONOLULU ETHICS COMMISSION
925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 190 • Honolulu, HI 96817
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – NOW RECRUITING
Salary: $177,429–$197,376 annually, depending on qualifications.
The Honolulu Ethics Commission promotes ethical conduct in city government and works to strengthen public confidence in officials and employees. The Executive Director serves as legal counsel to the Commission and leads a staff of ten, including attorneys, investigators, training, and administrative personnel.
Key Responsibilities
Provide advice on conflicts of interest, gifts, misuse of position/resources, political activity, post-employment rules, and related ethics issues.
Enforce ethics laws, including civil fines and disciplinary recommendations.
Deliver ethics training to city officers and employees.
Administer financial disclosure requirements.
Administer and enforce lobbying registration and reporting laws.
Minimum Requirements
Attorney licensed to practice law in Hawai’i.
Ability to begin by April 1, 2026.
Management experience, including supervision and budgeting.
Experience with federal, state, or local ethics law enforcement preferred.
How to Apply
Submit application and résumé by March 1, 2026 to:
Chamara P. Silva, Administrative Services Officer
Email (preferred): chamara.silva@honolulu.gov
Mail: 530 S. King St., Room 306, Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: (808) 768-4069
Application form: https://www.honolulu.gov/ethics/join-our-team/
(SA1518415 2/1/26)
