Executive Director of Tribal Administration

Application Closing Date: Open until filled Mission Statement

The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria exists to exercise its inherent sovereign powers, customs, and traditions; to perpetuate its unique native heritage; to preserve and protect the rights and privileges of the Tribe; to establish justice in the conduct of tribal affairs; to work for the social and economic betterment of all the Tribal Citizens; and to foster the value of education.

 Position Purpose The Executive Director of Tribal Administration (EDTA) oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the Tribal Office. The EDTA provides leadership to tribal government staff and ensures effective and efficient management of governmental functions and programs. The EDTA reports to the Tribal Council and implements Tribal Council’s initiatives, programs, policies, and projects. 

Requirements
Minimum Mandatory Qualifications

Experience

Ten (10) years of professional management and program management experience.

Direct supervisory management experience.
Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration and/or Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government, or other related fields.
License/Certification:

Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s policy.
Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in business administration and/or Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government, or other related fields.

 Tribal Government experience.

 Experience administering tribal government programs.

Knowledge of government fund accounting, general accounting, and audit principles.

Skills, Abilities, and Other Qualifications

 Ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and schedules.

 Ability to exercise sound judgement and possess problem-solving skills involving variables in standardized situations and the ability to make decisions that are varied, and, in many cases, when there is no precedent to draw upon.

 Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with employees at all levels throughout an organization and to lead, create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.

 Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion, particularly regarding sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters.

 Ability to work efficiently and effectively when in high-pressure situations and under deadlines.

 Ability to delegate and conduct oversight appropriately to ensure timely completion of all required tasks and projects.

 Ability to understand complex financial requirements and policies, including coordination of annual budget process.

 Ability to work with tribal budget stakeholders at all levels (e.g., Finance Department Staff, Program Managers, Department Managers/Directors, Tribal Council, etc.)

 Ability to master and effectively use the database and software systems used at FIGR.

 Ability to adhere to the highest level of professional ethical standards.

 Demonstrate a solid understanding of and ability to manage organizational structures and adherence to chains of command.

 Demonstrate advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

 Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, with the ability to monitor own work to ensure quality.

 Demonstrate a record of satisfactory performance in all prior employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous employers.

 Demonstrate strong cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively within a Native American tribal government environment.

 Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

 Successful clearance of all pre-employment testing, background, and credit checks.

Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties, Functions & Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day administration and management of the Tribal Office and provision of services to Tribal Citizens and Clients.

Maintains effective working relationships with Tribal Council, the Graton Economic Development Authority, Tribal Citizens, and Citizen Committees.

Ensures the cooperative and efficient operation of the Tribal Office.

Develops long-range organizational goals and annual operational objectives and advises Tribal Council regarding emerging opportunities, risks, organizational priorities and departmental outcomes and establishes leadership expectations and accountability standards.

Supervises and provides leadership and guidance to Tribal staff and Tribal government departments to ensure fulfilment of Tribal and departmental objectives.

Responsible for developing plans, policies, goals, and programs to implement decisions and initiatives of the Tribal Council.

Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and identifies areas needing development and improvement in alignment with the goals of the Tribal Council.

Provides regular written reports to the Tribal Council concerning the status of all assignments, duties, projects, programs, activities, and personnel matters.

Oversees and coordinates with Human Resources Director in the hiring of staff and management personnel.

·Works with Tribal Council, Chief Financial Officer, and department heads to create and implement Tribal government budgets.

Coordinates preparation of resolutions, contracts, and other documents by the Tribe’s legal counsel.

Responsible for maintaining standards of service to Tribal Citizens.

Ensures that all tribal programs are in compliance with Tribal law, policies, and procedures.

Oversees planning and implementation of Tribal grants pursuant to Tribal Council direction.

Evaluates the performance of department directors and managers in accordance with policy.

Reviews and provides signatory approval of purchase requisitions, reimbursements, travel requests, and other administrative requests as defined in the Fiscal Policies.

Supervises and coordinates with the Human Resources Director on all aspects of Human Resources, including but not limited to training, recruiting, employee relations, employee development, and Personnel Policies and Procedures, workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and workplace culture initiatives

Facilitates staff meetings and Managers’ meetings.

Responsible for risk management and protection of tribal resources and assets, and oversees enterprise risk management, emergency preparedness, business continuity planning, and organizational resilience

Responsible for thorough, accurate, and organized reporting to the Tribal Council.

Other duties as delegated and/or assigned by the FIGR Tribal Council.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThe EDTA directly supervises all Program Managers and Department Managers/Directors.

$310,000.00 - $410,000.00 / Year