Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Employment, Training and TERO Department and its staff.

Review bids, contracts, lease agreements for TERO compliance with the Economic Development Department and the Fallon Business Council.

Attend pre-construction meetings with contractors to discuss TERO compliance.

Coordinate with Contract Compliance to verify if prevailing wages are required on a contract and monitor any contracts requiring prevailing wage for compliance.

Ensure purchasing and procurement processes are in compliance with the Tribes Financial Policy.

Prepares annual Employment, Training and TERO Department Budget (i.e., budget modifications)

Review the current TERO laws and willing to communicate with outside entities in a professional manner.

Verify accuracy of the TERO Compliance Agreements to ensure there are no discrepancies or delinquencies.

Attend Fallon Business Council meetings as needed.

Performs work to ensure compliance and enforcement of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe TERO ordinances and regulations.

Establish a tribal hiring hall and certifies qualified Indian applicants. Develops and maintains a register setting forth the names of Native American individuals by trade and Native American owned firms certified for Indian preference.

Responsible for collecting the Tribal Employment Rights fee from all covered employers/contractors.

Implement the TERO guidelines for Indian preference and ensure responsibility of contractors to hire utilizing the Indian Preference in Employment.

Act in conjunction with the Human Resources on behalf of any individual, in cases of possible employment discrimination on TERO projects; such investigations and attempted resolution of cases may require the use of available Tribal, State and Federal resources and laws.

Prepares compliance agreements/plans for local employers and contractors; maintains a variety of record keeping systems and statistical data to ensure proper accounting of Indian preference individuals served and for use in attempting to secure funding for the TERO program. Inspects all non-privileged information set forth in the books and records maintained by any covered employer for the purpose of ensuring continued TERO compliance.

Collects TERO fees and levies fines against contractors who violate the ordinance.

Develop forms and procedures to be utilized by the TERO office, forms and procedures to be approved by the TERO Commission. Maintain the TERO administrative process including, intake, complaints processing, hearings, court proceedings and imposing of sanctions against parties found guilty of TERO violations.

Performs regularly scheduled on-site inspection of all TERO jurisdiction work location and/or reviews weekly workforce reports and payroll records to monitor employment and contracting activities.

Responsible for quarterly reports to supervisor, TERO Commission as requested; responsible for compliance with duties and responsibilities outlined in the TERO Ordinance for the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe.

Work with Human Resources to develop and maintain a current list of Tribal manpower resources.

Interview and prescreen individuals who meet the minimum requirements for the placement with private employers/contractors.

Meet with employer/employees after placement to evaluate TERO Ordinance compliance.

Maintain a current list of certified Native American owned companies in the Fallon area.

Coordinate and plan trainings with local and outside agencies.

Conduct regular research on employment opportunities in the local and surrounding area.

Maintain and update a skills bank with TERO Clients for consideration of employment opportunities.

Work with Tribal Departments on temporary work assignments for TERO Clients.

Other job related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe

This position is responsible for overseeing the management of the Employment, Training and TERO Department and all related operations. Including the compliance and enforcement of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe Employment, Training and TERO laws: Verifies calculations, collection of TERO fees due to Tribal government.Review contracts for TERO compliance as needed.Review and revise the TERO Ordinance for updates as necessary. Oversees the Vocational Rehabilitation and the TERO departments. Establishes and maintains public relations with civic, county, state and federal agencies. Promotes and highlights the skills and resources of the local workforce and the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe by creating job opportunities through utilization and implementation of the TERO ordinance. Planning and research of training opportunities for tribal members. Assists tribal members with training opportunities to obtain employment. Enforce the TERO Ordinance with contractors and ensure compliance is enforced. 

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

1.Proficient in the following computer programs; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

2.Must be well versed in the use of the internet.

4.Knowledge of public relations/customer service principles, practices and techniques.

5.Excellent customer service skills with high regard for confidentiality.

6.Must have management skills and complete tasks in a timely manner.

7.Skills in maintaining accurate records, reports and files.

8.Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental taxation and business and accounting.

9. Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, persuasive proposal; and
possess strong editing skills. 

10. Knowledge of program planning, scheduling, community planning and budgeting.

11. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with ability to work under team concept in positive
manner with supervisors, coworkers, and community.

12.Administrative ability with skills and knowledge of employment discrimination laws, discrimination
investigations and court procedures.

13. Ability to operate computer and knowledge of standard office software applications; attention to detail and
ability to meet deadlines.

14. Must be familiar with all state and federal agencies and their functional relationships with the Fallon Paiute-
Shoshone Tribal Employment Office.

15. Strong contributor in team environments.

16. The incumbent must pass a background check, pass pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance and/or Accounting, and (2) years’ experience in taxation or
equivalent combination and (2) years of related experience or four (4) years of work experience in
TERO, HumanResources, safety, construction or business management.

2. Minimum of three (3) years management/supervisory experience. This is to include supervisory duties as
well as office operations duties.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

THIS POSITION REQUIRES COMPLIANCE WITH THE INDIAN CHILD PROTECTION AND FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION ACT PUBLIC LAW 101-630; 25 COCE OF FECERAL REGULATIONS PART 63 – INDIAN CHILD PROTECTION AND FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION; CRIME CONTROL ACT OF 1990, EMPLOYEE BACKGROUND CHECKS AND EXECUTIVE ORDER 12968, ADJUDICATIVE GUIDELINES AND THEREFORE MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE AN EXTENSIVE BACKGROUND CHECK BEFORE THE START OF EMPLOYMENT.

This position requires that the candidate be a mandated reporter

Must be a current Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)

Must have a valid Nevada Driver’s License and be insurable through the Tribe.

Employment, Training and TERO Director 

Assess, develop and implement case plans necessary to support or assist families in need;• Case manage children, adults and elder clients;

Provide community outreach services through education and prevention programs;

Case file documentation and maintenance, complete court reports as needed;

Participate in weekly case staff and WFS team meetings;

May provide services beyond normal business hours;

Initiate counseling services for individuals as needed;

Establish network of community resources which may include other tribal, state or federal agencies;

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: • Knowledge of tribal, state and federal child and adult welfare and protection statutes, rules, ordinances, laws, and policies; • Knowledge of NASW code of ethics; HIPAA, Confidentiality and Security standards; • Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques; • Knowledge of availability of community and social services resources; • Skill in case management of complex caseloads; • Knowledge of accreditation standards; • Strong written and verbal communication skills; • Proficiency in personal computer work processing and database software usage; • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other team members, departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, service providers, and state and federal agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: 1) Masters preferred with Bachelor’s degree required in Social Work or related field; 2) Two years experience as a social worker in a social services or behavioral health environment involving case Revised 1/17 Job Code 556-50 management, crisis intervention, substance abuse/treatment, education or program development; 3) Current Arizona driver’s license and able to meet FMYN insurance standards; 4) Experience working with Native American Communities preferred.

Social Worker 

University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History 

As an essential partner in the University’s educational, research, and public service mission, the University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History (MNCH) enhances knowledge of Earth’s environments and cultures, inspiring stewardship of our collective past, present, and future.

The museum is a center of interdisciplinary research and education, serving the State of Oregon, the University of Oregon, Native American Tribes, the research community, K-12 students and teachers, and the wider public in Oregon and beyond.

An established engine of archaeological research in the American West, the museum’s Archaeological Research Division works across the state on dozens of archaeological projects each year. The MNCH is also the State of Oregon’s official repository for publicly owned collections and home to hundreds of thousands of ethnographic and archaeological objects, fossils, and biological specimens from Oregon and around the world.

The museum annually welcomes more than 30,000 visitors and serves another 20,000 Oregonians through its statewide educational programs. A winner of the 2018 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, distinguishing it as one of the very best museums in the nation.

The Museum employs a staff of approximately 40 faculty, researchers, classified, administrative, and student employees across several facilities on the University of Oregon, Eugene campus. Annual expenditures are about $3 million, from dozens of funding sources and allocated among a variety of projects across four museum divisions.

The Director of Archaeological Research leads a transdisciplinary team of archaeologists and historic preservationists who conduct survey, excavation, data analysis, and reporting for state and federal agencies and a variety of public entities and private firms. The director is responsible for strategic planning and all aspects of project management including sponsor development, project proposal development, research design, data analysis, reporting, and publication. The Research Division’s sponsored project portfolio routinely includes sixty to eighty concurrent contracts, requiring careful prioritization, sponsor communication, and budgetary and capacity oversight.

The director actively participates in research dissemination and publication through peer reviewed journals, book chapters, professional conferences, university lectures, and other public presentations. The director collaborates with international, national, and regional research groups and universities; across multidisciplinary UO departments, and with other museum units.

The director is responsible for assigning and reviewing the work of all project leaders in the research division including deputy directors (2), operations manager (1), research associates (5-7) and research assistants (3-5). This position reports to the Executive Director.

This is a funding contingent career research faculty position. Depending on the experience and expertise of the successful candidate, this position may be hired at the rank of research assistant Type C, research associate, senior research associate I, or senior research associate II.

To be considered for the research assistant Type C rank:
• A masters degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
• Four years of experience in fieldwork, analysis, and/or research labs.

To be considered for the research associate rank:
• A Terminal degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
• Four years of experience in fieldwork, analysis, and/or research labs.

To be considered for the senior research associate I rank:
• A terminal degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
• Six years of relevant experience post terminal degree, four years of which must include fieldwork, analysis, and/or research lab experience.

To be considered for the senior research associate II rank:
• A terminal degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
• Twelve years of relevant experience post terminal degree, four years of which must include fieldwork, analysis, and/or research lab experience.

• In depth knowledge of archaeology and cultural resource management (CRM) legislation and process in Oregon, the Pacific Northwest, and Great Basin
• Ability to conduct archaeological projects in Oregon (Permitted by the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO))
• Ability to prioritize and communicate across multiple projects
• Ability to lead a diverse team with varied areas of expertise
• Knowledge of CRM policies of state and federal agencies
• Demonstrated knowledge of GIS information management in ArcGIS
• Excellent writing skills for proposal development and publication
• Ability to coordinate with the Oregon SHPO, state and federal agencies and Native American Tribes in Oregon

• Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding portfolio
• Experience publishing research results in high profile publications
• Experience collaborating with progressive scholars across multiple related fields

Director of Archaeological Research Division  

Duluth Public Schools 


Duluth Public Schools is seeking an individual to plan, implement and administer all aspects of the Indian Education programs in order to achieve optimum educational and personal development of Indian students. Serves as the principal liaison between the school district, the Indian Parent Committee and the community. Supports American Indian students' education by incorporating community-based cultural values.

Degree Required: A bachelor's degree in education, Indian Studies, social science, or a closely-related field is required.

Required Work Experience in Addition to Formal Education/Training: A minimum of three (3) years' experience working with Native American students at various grade levels, collaborating with students, families, and colleagues from a variety of ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds. Must be knowledgeable of Native American Indian culture, history, values, and communities.

Required Supervisory Experience: Requires at least one year of supervisory experience within a school district or social service agency, specifically working with the American Indian community, parents, and students of the same or similar heritage.

Comprehensive understanding of diverse American Indian cultures, histories, traditional values, and contemporary issues.

In-depth knowledge of Federal and State laws impacting American Indian education (e.g., Indian Education Act, Johnson O'Malley, FERPA).

Familiarity with Tribal programs and resources serving American Indian people, especially those relevant to Duluth andsurrounding areas.

Strong knowledge of educational best practices for American Indian youth achievement, cultural identity, and well-being.

Understanding of culturally responsive teaching methodologies and trauma-informed practices applicable to American Indian students.

Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, including grant writing and comprehensive reporting.

Advanced interpersonal and human relations skills for collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Proficiency in program planning, implementation, and evaluation, project management, and outcome assessment.

Strong organizational skills and time management skills.

Leadership and supervisory skills to effectively guide, evaluate, and develop a team.

Budget development and management, including grant fiscal administration and compliance.

Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving skills for complex situations.

Proficiency with modern office software (MS Office Suite, Google Workspace).


Experience working with a diverse student population

Coordinator of American Indian Education 

Duties & Responsibilities• Coordinate recruitment visits to high schools, two-year colleges, tribal colleges, and community agencies to increase our presence and networking opportunities.• Disseminate UIC information at campus open house events; local and national college fairs; local events in the American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) community, such as powwows; and day/night/weekend events related to the recruitment of AI/AN students.• Advise prospective students (undergraduate, transfer, and non-traditional students) on academic and other matters, such as applying to UIC, financial aid, and scholarships.• Create and lead activities to increase the yield of AI/AN students who are admitted to UIC. Assist in the UIC orientation of new freshmen and transfer students and their families.• Establish a network with outside communities to improve educational opportunities. For example, through preparing and conducting presentations at K-12 schools and community organizations on the importance of higher education for the AI/AN community.• Maintain up-to-date familiarity with national and local reports on trends and best practices on AI/AN recruitment to steer recruitment efforts in the appropriate direction.• Create holistic educational plan for students supporting their academic, career and life goals. Monitor satisfactory academic progress toward degree completion.• Provide advising to students regarding college policies/procedures and general academic program requirements; describe courses and prerequisites, and disseminate information regarding registration procedures.• Provide resources to students to help them understand college culture, how universities are organized, the polices that will affect them, and how to work with faculty, staff, and administrators to address challenges.• Implement and monitor student success programs as well as programs designed to support the success of AI/AN and NASP-affiliated students.• Participate in the recruitment and training of peer success coaches and monitor their performance. • Assist students with application forms for programs, financial aid and scholarships. Participate in scholarship committees on and off campus to ensure scholarship availability to students. Identify private scholarships for students with special circumstances and assist with application process as appropriate.• Liaise between undergraduate advising entities in academic colleges as well as other success units. • Create and/or facilitate workshops on major exploration, career development, study abroad, internships, scholarships, and graduate school. • Analyze student data to determine trends on AI/AN enrollment and success at UIC. Contribute to the preparation of annual reports and make recommendations for program development.• Maintain social media accounts, community committee appointments, and newsletter.• Perform administrative duties of the unit for internal hiring, search, and supervision of employees, student or otherwise, and staff the reception area with other NASP employees.• Perform purchasing and purchase reconciliation tasks for the unit and maintain university credit cards on behalf of the unit.• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

University of Illinois Chicago-Native American Support Program 

Position Summary
The Academic Advising and Program Specialist will develop and implement student recruitment and retention strategies for Native American students. This position participates in recruitment activities, pathways to enrollment, advising/educational activities, and career exploration throughout the student's undergraduate experience. This position creates holistic educational plans for students, supporting their academic, career, and life goals. Implements and monitors first-year student success programs, as well as programs designed to support Native American and other program-affiliated students at various levels in order to increase graduation rates.

. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. 

 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.

Two years of experience working in an educational setting or organization serving AI/AN population, or related field.

Demonstrated knowledge of AI/AN population, history, contemporary issues, and tribal sovereignty and legal status is expected.

Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential to maintain effective working relations with departments, employees and managers at all levels and external constituencies (parents, high schools, other colleges/universities).

Demonstrated ability to develop supportive interactions with students in one-on-one and group situations.

Strong project management skills.

Intermediate level experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams; Qualtrics; Canva; Zoom.


Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred.

Experience working with AI/AN college students preferred.

Experience building and maintaining school or community partnerships preferred.

Experience working in a college/university student success program development/administration, student advising, or tribal administration preferred.

Familiarity with university student information systems preferred.

Academic Advising and Program Specialist 

 is assisting Huy with this search. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter via the 

We are committed to creating conditions where all candidates are able to fully express their talents and potential, and invite you to let us know if there is any accommodation that we can provide to support you in your pursuit of this role.

Huy has secured initial funding to recruit, hire, and support the organization’s first Executive Director over the next two years. This seed investment creates a significant opportunity to scale Huy’s work, build organizational capacity, and evolve into a fully developed human rights nonprofit while strengthening its local and national trajectory for social impact on behalf of incarcerated Indigenous people. The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in building the structures, systems, and resources needed for expanded impact. In the first two years, the Executive Director will provide leadership in the following areas:

Relationship Development, Community Building, and Programming

Develop and sustain a strong network of relationships with Indigenous leaders, corrections systems, impacted individuals and communities, and aligned organizations that advance Indigenous religious rights and support healing and redemption grounded in cultural practice and community.

Develop and strengthen relationships with supporting Tribes, while cultivating new partnerships with additional Tribes and nonprofit organizations. Nurture existing relationships with key partners such as NARS, ACLU-WA, Evergreen State College, and Look2Justice, and map strategic relationships for future development.

Meet with each of the 21 Indigenous Hoops and engage with leadership across all 12 Washington State Department of Corrections facilities to develop a comprehensive understanding of the Hoops. Attend select annual powwows during the summer season. Liaise with the third-party DOC contractor that coordinates the Hoops.

Facilitate the annual sub-granting process for the 21 Indigenous Hoops (January to March) and advocate for the ongoing development and health of the Hoops.

Plan and help facilitate the Annual Welcome Home Celebration in November and assist with the promotion and screenings of the documentary, “Resilience Inside.”

Launch and extend Huy’s “Touching Greatness” initiative in partnership with Indigenous artists, athletes, and cultural leaders.


Work closely with Chair Gabe Galanda and the Advisory Board to assess organizational needs and opportunities, and to implement a clear plan for scaled impact in year two. This includes developing integrated advocacy, legal, and narrative change strategies that advance Huy’s mission.

Develop a strategic vision and roadmap for evolving Huy into a fully developed human rights organization.

Design strategies to effectively leverage Huy’s 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) structures to maximize advocacy, programming, and resource development impact.

Assess opportunities for expanded geographic reach beyond Washington state, including potential partnerships and replication models in other jurisdictions


Collaborate with and oversee a contract grant writer to expand Huy’s fundraising capacity and align resource development efforts with the organization’s growth plan.

In year one, renew all Tribal charitable grants and complete grant reporting for all Tribal and philanthropic supporters to sustain, and where possible, modestly grow existing funding streams. Meet with each Tribal government grantor in year one and engage all 29 Tribal governments by the end of year two.

Build and deepen relationships with current and prospective funders, including Tribal charitable entities, individuals, and private foundations. Participate in key funder convenings such as annual Tribal charitable gatherings, Inatai grantee convenings, United Way events, and other relevant philanthropic and community gatherings.

Strengthen external communications to key audiences by regularly updating Huy’s website and Facebook page with news, updates, and blog content, while expanding the organization’s presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.

Assess Huy’s current organizational infrastructure and implement initiatives that strengthen capacity as the organization grows. Ensure adherence to best practices in nonprofit management and compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Manage an annual operating budget of approximately $25,000 to support Executive Director travel and administrative expenses, separate from pass-through funding for the Hoops and other programming. Develop annual budgets and provide regular financial updates to the Board.

Maintain and enhance Huy’s website and social media channels and implement strategies to expand the organization’s digital presence and audience engagement.

Oversee and coordinate the work of contractors and external vendors to ensure alignment with organizational goals and effective execution of services.

Maintain all required state nonprofit corporate registrations and ensure timely completion of applicable federal and state tax filings related to Huy’s 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities.

Plan and facilitate annual Board meetings, strategic planning sessions, and ongoing Board communications and updates throughout the year.

Huy 

 (pronounced "hoyt") is a Washington State-based 501(c)(3) and (c)(4) non-profit corporation established in 2012 to provide religious, cultural, and rehabilitative support for Indigenous prisoners in the Pacific Northwest. The organization, whose name means "see you again/we never say goodbye" in the Coast Salish Lushootseed language, was founded to address violations of Indigenous religious rights within state prisons and to foster healing through traditional spiritual practices.

Largely volunteer-driven under the leadership of highly respected Indigenous rights attorney and advocate Gabe Galanda, 

Huy announces the search for its inaugural Executive Director to build sustainable organizational structures, secure critical resources, and guide the organization into its next phase of growth and impact

. The Executive Director will cultivate strong relationships with Tribes, Native leaders, and aligned organizations across Washington state and beyond to advance Huy’s advocacy and resource development efforts. Compelling candidates will be passionate advocates for Indigenous rights and religious freedom with a pragmatic approach to building systems and infrastructure from the ground up and the leadership experience to support a growing nonprofit. Demonstrated experience in fundraising, strategic relationship building, and advocacy, as well as familiarity with the corrections system, are highly desirable. Given the nature of a single-person office, the role also calls for someone who can effectively manage day-to-day operations while advancing a bold vision for Huy’s future.

This role is structured as an 80%-time, 1099 contract position, with the opportunity to grow as the organization evolves. Compensation is budgeted at $90,000–$100,000. Please see the 

 is pleased to support Huy in this search.

Compensation is set at $90,000 to $100,000 for 80% time and will be structured as a 1099. The Executive Director will have the opportunity to grow the role with successful fundraising and organizational development. This position is remote within Washington state. The Executive Director will be expected to travel throughout the state to meet with key partners and to have regular in-person time with the Chairman in Seattle.

Compelling candidates will bring a combination of leadership experience, relationship-building expertise, and operational skill, along with a deep commitment to Indigenous rights, religious freedom, and restorative justice. There are no perfect candidates, but highly desirable candidates will possess many of the following values, professional and lived experiences, and core competencies.

Capacity to translate vision into actionable plans, systems, and structures that support long-term organizational sustainability and impact. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute organizational strategy, particularly in early-stage or growth-phase nonprofit environments.

Ability to design and advance integrated advocacy, legal, and narrative change strategies aligned with mission-driven goals.

Experience in nonprofit fundraising, including grant writing oversight, donor cultivation, and stewardship of diverse funding streams.

Ability to build and sustain relationships with Tribal governments, foundations, and individual donors.

Familiarity with grant compliance, reporting requirements, and managing multi-source funding portfolios.

Strong communication skills for conveying organizational impact across funders, partners, and public audiences. Familiarity with diverse communications strategies, including digital platforms and social media engagement.

Relationship Development & Community Engagement

Experience building and sustaining trusted relationships with Indigenous communities, Tribal governments, and culturally grounded organizations.

Proven ability to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals impacted by the carceral system, including incarcerated populations and their families.

Strong partnership-building skills across nonprofit, government, academic, and philanthropic sectors.

Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, including corrections systems and third-party service providers.

Commitment to advancing Indigenous rights, including religious freedom and criminal legal system reform. Understanding of legal advocacy, policy reform, or public interest work.

Familiarity with legislative processes, public sector systems, or human and civil rights is desirable.

Ability to support and amplify advocacy efforts in collaboration with legal partners, coalitions, and allied organizations.


Experience managing small nonprofit operations, including budgeting, financial oversight, management of contractors, and administrative systems. Capacity to build infrastructure and systems in lean, single-staff or small-team environments.

Familiarity with nonprofit compliance requirements, including state registrations and federal tax filings for 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities.

Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and timelines effectively.

Highly self-directed and comfortable working in partnership with a founder and in an evolving organizational environment.

Collaborative, grounded, and relationship-oriented leadership style.

Strong integrity, discretion, and respect for cultural sovereignty. Ability to operate effectively in complex, sensitive, and politically charged environments.

Deep alignment with Huy’s mission and commitment to Indigenous religious rights and healing-centered justice.

Executive Director 

The success of our projects is contingent upon meaningful Tribal collaboration, therefore, as the Tribal Relations Lead, this position is responsible for the following:

Develop and implement a holistic Tribal engagement program

In developing and implementing the agency’s Tribal engagement program, develop engagement policy to include program guidance and best practices, systems for tracking and maintaining information on Tribal engagement and partnerships, develop engagement strategies, and build technical and staffing capacity (if/when appropriate).

Include plan for outreach visits to Tribal nations and communities for leadership.

Serve, as appropriate, as the agency’s representative to Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities including serving as a representative of the agency at related Tribal events at relevant state, regional and national meetings.

Develop and maintain Tribal relationships and engagement with an appreciative understanding of Tribal cultures, histories and interests in our project areas, recognize the vital importance of Indigenous knowledge in environmental stewardship and leadership.

Coordinate and manage the relationship between the agency and tribes across the state/region.

Meet regularly with Tribal leaders and affiliated organizations in the state and region to build, strengthen and sustain relationship with Energy Northwest.

Demonstrate expertise in state and federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting Native American and Alaska Native tribes, including Tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, government‑to‑government consultation requirements, and associated regulatory frameworks.

Work internally to build cultural competency and capacity for appropriate partnerships and be a critical advisor, thought partner, and expert resource to support the responsible development, construction and operation of clean energy projects.

Serve as a resource for all EN staff who seek to build relationships with Tribes and Indigenous communities.

Provide thought leadership and visibility for Tribal engagement strategies and actions with internal project teams such as legal, environmental compliance and strategy, clean energy development, public and government affairs, engineering, and construction management; external teams like environmental and engineering consultants and external legal counsel; and external stakeholders such as the Department of Energy, private landowners, community organizations such as TRIDEC, the cities and ports, and local/state/federal resource agencies.

Engage with Tribal focused agencies and organizations in the state, including but not limited to the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs, the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, the Department of Energy Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs, DOE-RL’s Tribal Program, the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, Columbia River Intertribal Fishery Commission, Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians and other related Intertribal organizations in the northwest region.

Advise the leadership team on issues affecting tribes and Native communities.

In consultation with Tribal officials and Energy Northwest leadership, develop strategies, procedures, and protocols for discussions with Tribal governments with the goal of creating mutually beneficial agreements and partnerships.

Coordinate and collaborate with other stakeholder Tribal liaisons.

Identify consultants and resources need to support the Tribal relations program; and work collaboratively together to achieve desired results.

Engage in learning about projects and initiatives Energy Northwest is involved in.

Understand projects and initiatives the tribes are interested and involved in.

Serve as a key resource to connect Energy Northwest team members to appropriate Tribal members.

Must participate on the Emergency Response team (ERO) when designated.

Must support the biennial refueling outage.

Energy Northwest 

In alignment with agency strategies and priorities, this position is responsible for developing and implementing Energy Northwest’s Tribal Affairs strategy and program in coordination with senior leadership, Public Affairs, Nuclear Development and other project teams. Serve as an agency community representative. Perform other internal and external public relations to include research, planning, writing and content creation, analysis, project work, presentations, tours, events, and local and regional community engagement.

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of five years of relevant experience working in tribal affairs, external affairs, advocacy, lobbying and/or related careers, ideally in positions that have served American Indians/Alaska Native and other diverse constituencies; strong demonstration and experience of building, managing and sustaining professional relationships also acceptable ; OR

Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university and seven years relevant experience; OR

High School Diploma/GED and nine years relevant experience.

Tribal and Community Relations Lead 

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NCAI welcomes American Indian, Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native businesses, governments and organizations to submit open positions to NCAI.


Employers are welcome to submit postings if they fit one of the following criteria:

The position requires a significant amount of interaction with tribal communities

The position requires specific skills (e.g. fluency in a native language, knowledge of federal Indian law)

The business or organization is a member of NCAI in good standing.

All postings are subject to approval and will remain on the site for no more than 45 days.

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Working in Indian Country

Employment, Training and TERO Director

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe

Social Worker

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

Director of Archaeological Research Division

University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Coordinator of American Indian Education

Duluth Public Schools

Academic Advising and Program Specialist

University of Illinois Chicago-Native American Support Program

Executive Director

Huy

Tribal and Community Relations Lead

Energy Northwest

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