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Location : UH Manoa - CTAHR, Kahului, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
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Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience
Division: Maui County
Opening Date: 09/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/15/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Position Number:: 0089215

Description
Title: Maui County Administrator

Position Number: 0089215

Hiring Unit: College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience (CTAHR), Maui County

Location: Kahului Extension Office (CARES Kahului), Kahului, HI; Maui Island

Date Posted: September 14, 2026

Closing Date: October 15, 2026, 11:59PM HST

Band: SM2

Salary :

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Monthly Type: 11 Month

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Other Conditions: For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by October 15, 2026, 11:59PM HST. Complete applications and required document attachments must be submitted before close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee. Please see application instructions.
Introduction

Provides leadership for CTAHR Extension, Research, and Instructional programs in Maui county. Manages and maintains two CTAHR Cooperative Extension offices (Moloka`i and Kahului) and four Research stations (Kula Agriculture Park Site, Maui Agricultural Research Center, Haleakala Research Station, and Moloka`i Applied Research Farm) in Maui County.
Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assumes responsibility for and coordinates all CTAHR research, extension, and instruction activities for Maui County.
2. In conjunction with department chairpersons, develops objectives, priorities, and plans for CTAHR research, extension, and instruction programs with emphasis upon the needs of the county.
3. Participates with CTAHR department chairpersons and cabinet administrators in the development of statewide plans for the development of agricultural industries, commodities, and natural and human resources to assure coordination between county and State plans.
4. Reviews and recommends funding through departments for annual county plans of work and projects prepared by faculty members in the county based on county plans and priorities.
5. Monitors and evaluates county programs and prepares reports in accordance with Federal, State, University, and CTAHR regulations and requirements.
6. Organizes for CTAHR county staff participation in county projects and community development and improvement activities.
7. Exercises academic and professional leadership in planning and carrying out program activities based on professional respect and trust and principles of academic responsibility and collegiality. Exercises independent judgement in handling a wide variety of problems involving a highly diverse population of clientele groups and individuals.
8. Responsible for the operations and maintenance of research stations and extension offices. Including repairs and maintenance of facilities and equipment and recommends CIP projects as necessary.
9. Collaborates with the CTAHR Cabinet and other county administrators to assure uniform, statewide policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
10. Hires, supervises, and evaluates county staff.
11. Responsible for custody, allocation and maintenance of budgets, space, equipment, and facilities for all research, extension, and instruction activities in the county.
12. Assesses all county-based faculty in the promotion and tenure process at the direction of the dean.
13. Administers applicable fiscal and personnel policies and procedures.
14. Represents the College in the county and represents county interests in dealings with other units in the College. Represents county interests in the planning and program activities of the College.
15. Officially represent the College in dealings with the county government, Federal, and State agencies (including regulatory agencies) located in the county, various advisory groups, industry and community organizations and leaders, and the general public. Maintains an effective working relation with these organizations and individuals.
16. Serves as a public service leader in the community and interacts with other leadership segments in the county.
17. Secures support from the academic departments and other College units in support of county programs and projects.
18. Secures resources to support county-based programs and projects form extramural sources.
19. Markets CTAHR programs and activities.
20. Conducts special projects of importance to the College. These projects may include scholarly work in research, instruction, or outreach.
21. Performs other administrative duties as assigned by the Dean.

List of Direct Reports

As reflected in the most current
Authority and Decision-Making Exercised

Guided by University of Hawai'i and CTAHR policies and procedures. County Administrators function independently, taking into account the different situations and needs of the particular county.
Exercises independent judgment in handling a wide variety of problems involving a highly diverse population of clientele groups and individuals.
Direction and Review of Work Received
Outcomes are checked against planned objectives with input by clientele groups, faculty, and staff.
Contacts and Relationships

All CTAHR and University of Maui units; Federal, State, and county agencies: industry and community organizations and leaders; individual group clienteles; general public. Must function under constant public scrutiny.
Minimum Qualifications

1. Master's degree or higher in an area related to agriculture, natural resource management or human resources.
2. Attained the academic rank of I4, F4, R4, or A4 (associate professor, associate researcher, associate specialist, or associate extension agent); or has demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment.
3. Professional administrative experience such as 4H Director, Graduate Chair, Undergraduate Chair, Department Chair, County Administrator, Assistant Dean, etc.
4. Knowledge and experience with applied research and extension programs.
5. Ability to plan and implement programs and projects for the benefit of Maui County;
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and volunteers.
7. Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
8. Ability to provide academic, programmatic and professional leadership and mentorship.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Attained the academic rank of I5, F5, R5, A5 (full professor, researcher, specialist, or extension agent), or has demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment.
2. Previous administrative experience in University or county governmental setting or equivalent.
3. Experience in or knowledge of the county in which position is located.
4. Proven grantsmanship ability.
5. Strong knowledge and experience in the land-grant University system.
6. Ability to work with diverse groups, clientele, agencies, individuals, and stakeholders.
7. Experience in managing budgets for large programs; experience in managing facility repair and maintenance projects.

TO APPLY: Click in the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.

1. Cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and some, if not all, desirable qualifications;
2. Resume/Curriculum vitae (CV);
3. Statement of how your professional experience meets MQ #2 and #3;
4. Names of three (3) professional references (contact information including email address); and
5. Official transcripts or original documentation from the institution confirming the degree (copies acceptable; however, official transcripts sent directly from the degree-granting institution are required upon hire).

• Any confidential data should be redacted (e.g. social security number, date of birth, etc).
• Diplomas will not be accepted.

Note: Complete applications and required document attachments must be submitted before close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
Inquiries: Dr. Surendra Dara, [email protected]

01

Do you possess a Master's degree or higher in an area related to agriculture, natural resource management or human resources?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you attained the academic rank of I4, F4, R4, or A4 (associate professor, associate researcher, associate specialist, or associate extension agent); or has demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have professional administrative experience such as 4H Director, Graduate Chair, Undergraduate Chair, Department Chair, County Administrator, Assistant Dean, etc?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have knowledge and experience with applied research and extension programs? How many years:

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 4 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10+ years

05

Complete applications and all requested document attachments must be submitted before first review and/or close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee. Do you attest that you understand that incomplete applications (as described in the "To Apply" section) will not be reviewed by the hiring committee?

• Yes, I acknowledge that incomplete applications will not be referred or reviewed by the hiring committee.

Required Question