Executive Director

Since 2006, Surfrider Spirit Sessions (SSS) has used surfing, mentoring, and community engagement to help adjudicated and at-risk youth build confidence, develop life and pre-employment skills, embrace healthy lifestyles, and become part of positive, productive communities.

SSS is seeking a mission-driven Executive Director to provide strategic leadership while remaining actively engaged in programs and day-to-day operations. Working closely with the Board of Directors, Board of Advisors, staff, volunteers, and community partners, the Executive Director will lead organizational development, program effectiveness, fundraising, communications, and long-term sustainability.

• 7+ years of leadership experience in business or nonprofit management, including strategic planning, fundraising, budgeting, and supervision of staff and volunteers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic nonprofit environment.
• Familiarity with Hawaii's local culture and business/community networks.
• Excellent written, verbal, public speaking, and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor's degree or higher;
  Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Strong commitment to the SSS mission and serving youth.
• Ability to work weekends and irregular hours as needed.
• Comfortable in an ocean-focused environment; intermediate or advanced surfing ability is a plus.
• CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is a plus.
• Previous experience as an SSS mentor, instructor, or volunteer is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat, Quick Books and Mac computers.

The ideal Executive Director is a hands‑on nonprofit leader, relationship builder, fundraiser, and strategic thinker who combines strong business and organizational skills with a genuine passion for youth development, community service, and the ocean.