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 

 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 

Center for Alaska Coastal Studies 

This summer, the Community Organized Restoration and Learning (

) Network, based in several locations throughout Southcentral Alaska, and the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies, located in Homer, are hosting the four-week Community Coastal Experience for its fourth year. This program is a paid opportunity for Alaskan adults over 18 to explore career and internship pathways in marine and coastal research, environmental monitoring, archaeology, and Alaska Native cultural history and arts related to the coastal environment of Southcentral Alaska. 

Applications are open for the Community Coastal Experience internship!

Join us for a month of learning and travel in Seward and Kodiak! The Community Coastal Experience (CCE) is an adult internship program organized by the CORaL Network to increase opportunities in marine & coastal research, environmental monitoring, and Alaska Native cultural history & arts. The 2026 CCE will run from June 8 - July 3, 2026, and interns will receive a $3,500 stipend as well as travel, food, and lodging. This program is open to all Alaskans 18+ who live within or who hold strong ties to the region affected by the 

 Oil Spill. At-large Tribal citizens or others who hold lineal ties to the spill-affected region, but who no longer live within Alaska, are also eligible to apply.

$3,500 stipend plus travel, food and lodging 

Community Coastal Experience Internship 

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