Tribal Administrator

Job Title: Tribal Administrator

Reports to: Tribal Council 

Salary Range: DOE

Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance, Retirement Contributions, PTO, and Paid Holidays

Classification: Exempt, Full-Time

Location: Onsite – Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not permitted

Job postings remain open for up to thirty (30) days or until a qualified candidate is selected. The organization reserves the right to close a posting at any time without prior notice, based on the hiring needs.

Job Summary 

Under the direction of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians Tribal Council, The Tribal Administrator shall have general and active management of the administrative affairs of the PRCI Tribe, as well as being responsible for leading the development and execution of both long and short-term goals of the strategic plan. The Tribal Administrator is responsible for the implementation of policies, orders, and resolutions approved by the Tribal Council. All other duties assigned by the Tribal Council will be carried out by the Tribal Administrator when appropriate and in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Supervises the management of current government-funded programs in accordance with federal, state, and tribal guideline in an efficient manner, meeting all obligations and requirements of contracts. Current programs include Administration on Aging, Natural and Cultural Resources, ICWA, Education, Enrollment, Grants and Finance.

Establish goals and objectives for each department and provide the leadership that ensures each Department is being managed to meet and accomplish their goals and objectives. Maintain Progress reports and assists departments to meet their objectives.

Knowledge of PRCI policies, recommends policy changes for Human Resources to keep Tribal Personnel policies up to date, recruits, interviews, and recommends the hiring of key personnel.

Prepares and implements the Tribal Administration annual budget and approves subsequent modifications, monitors and evaluates assigned department and program budgets. Assures that general fund programs, indirect cost proposals, and contract and grant proposals are submitted in compliance with Tribal and Federal guidelines.

Coordinates an administrative review process for all approved grants to ensure managers and directors submit financial and program reports to federal agencies in a timely and efficient manner. Assists in negotiations of Tribal Council approved contracts, grants agreements and contracts for services or leases.

Effectively manage the tribal budget process to ensure submission of program budgets. Ensures that budgets meet the goals and objectives of each department.

Ensure tribal compliance with various federal laws as well as the tribe’s constitution, revenue distribution program, and any other governing agreements or relevant laws.

Knowledge of and relating to accounting and finance practices used in government and business environments including the ability to analyze complex reports and data generated by such disciplines.

Provides reports regularly to the Tribal Council Chairperson concerning the status of all assignments, duties, projects and functions of the various programs and activities, assist in establishing program objectives and meeting deadlines, prepare contracts, budgets, reports and other support documents as needed.

Review, recommend necessary changes, provide training and ensure implementation and equal application of all laws and policies related to Employment, Drug-free Workplace, Sexual Harassment and other policies of the Picayune Rancheria. Provide leadership that creates a positive work environment; facilitate conflict resolution and negotiations to create a win/win situation whenever possible.

Conduct professional and personal life in a manner that protects and promotes the values and laws of the Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians and enhances the reputation of the Tribe.

Protect the Picayune Rancheria's assets.

Completes other duties as assigned by Tribal Council.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Familiarity with the Tribe’s Constitution, laws, and culture is preferred, but not

Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced, high-pressure

Exceptional interpersonal and communication (verbal and written)

Adept at multi-tasking, have unquestionable integrity, with a commitment to accuracy.

Organized with unfailing attention to detail and outstanding project management

High level of comfort/ease interacting with all levels in the

Ability to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of five years of previous, successful experience in managing and supervising Director – level positions is required and experience must include:

Developing and implementing strategic organizational and departmental plans for establishing and meeting goals and objectives

Knowledge and experience in audit preparation, financial management, and government fund accounting, human resources/personnel/employee supervision, and grant contract management.

Plan work load and carry out assignments effectively and to meet established deadlines

Effective communication - both oral and written

Ability to work effectively with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and a diverse population

Demonstrated, successful leadership skills including the ability to interact in a positive manner, with all people in the organization.

Ability to analyze, reason and make sound decisions is

Knowledge of Tribal communities and specifically Chukchansi history is

Provide monthly reports.

Ability to work within a demanding environment

A valid driver's license, transportation and insurance are

Must pass a background and security check prior to

Must pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screen.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Completed application form

• Current resume

• Documentation of higher education

• Verification of Tribal enrollment (required if claiming Tribal or Indian Preference)

Submission Instructions 

Applications may be submitted on-line, by walk-in, or regular mail. Please send all materials to:

Human Resources Department P.O. Box 2226 Oakhurst, CA 93644 

In accordance with applicable Tribal law and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians (PRCI) Administration provides employment preference to enrolled PRCI Tribal Members. To qualify, applicants must submit valid proof of enrollment. Tribal Members who meet the minimum qualifications will be given preference in hiring, promotion, transfer, and layoff decisions. During the interview process, PRCI Tribal Members will receive an additional 7.5 points (10% of the 75-point interview rubric). Non-PRCI Native American candidates will receive an additional 5 points (6.7% of the total points) in accordance with Indian Preference guidelines. 

INDIAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

In compliance with 25 CFR Part 276 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(i), employment preference shall be given to qualified applicants who are enrolled members of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, and secondarily, to another qualified American Indian/Alaska Native Candidate.