Director of Liquor Control

The Kauai County Liquor Control Commission invites qualified, service-oriented individuals of integrity and ethics to submit a comprehensive résumé of their educational and professional qualifications for the position of the Director of the Liquor Control Department for the County of Kaua'i.

Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) years of business experience, at least three (3) of which are in a responsible administrative capacity.

The Director must be a citizen of the United States possess a valid State of Hawaii motor vehicle operator's license. The Director must be willing to establish residence on Kaua‘i and shall, upon hire, reside in the County on such date and shall continue to reside in the County. No remote work available for this position; the Director is generally required to physically report to work five (5) days per week during normal business hours.

To meet the “Responsible Administrative Capacity” minimum requirement, candidates must have performed the duties and bore the responsibilities of a top-level management or administrative position. Candidates must have held a position near the top of the departmental organizational structure, and have supervisory experience or been in a position that directed the work of others in order to carry out and meet the department’s/program’s goals and overall mission.

The possession of a bachelor’s degree in public administration or business administration is preferred.

The Director has significant interaction with the public including federal, state, county, and private agencies. They administer, supervise, direct, and manage all the daily operations of the Liquor Control Department. The Director must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrating skills in leadership and goal achievement. They must also possess interpersonal skills that foster trust and establish positive working relationships with diverse cultural groups, the community, peers, and other governmental entities.

In addition to managing the department's day-to-day operations, the Director will be expected to work with the Liquor Control Commission assisting the Commission in the execution of its duties. The Director will work with the Mayor, his administration, and the Kauai County Council to effectively administer and enforce the Liquor Laws of the State as provided for in Chapter 281 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes and Article XVI of the Kauai County Charter.

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit your résumé to the below address –
no later than July 4, 2026
. Proof of a motor vehicle operator's license will be required at time of appointment.

For additional information about the position, visit the County of Kaua'i website https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or contact the Department of Human Resources at  or hrrrecruitment.

County of Kaua'i Department of Human Resources

4444 Rice Street, Suite 140

Lihu'e, HI 96766

or at

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An Equal Opportunity Employer