Executive Director

JOB SUMMARY

The Native Village of Kotzebue Tribal Council ascribes to self-determination, and the Executive Director shall act accordingly on behalf of, and for, the Native Village of Kotzebue Tribe. Under the direction of the Native Village of Kotzebue Tribal Council, the Executive Director is responsible for articulating the policies and strategic vision of the Tribal Council to the organizational components of the Kotzebue Tribe.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Articulates the goals and objectives of the Native Village of Kotzebue Tribe, as identified by the NVOK’s Tribal Council, to tribal staff.
• Provides leadership in the development and continuous evaluation of short-and long-term strategic objectives; evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning and introduction of new programs, strategies, and regulatory action; and evaluates risk for proposed projects.
• Works with internal and external groups to develop programs to secure and encourage support in the implementation of relevant programs; develops specific recommendations to address Tribal needs.
• Contributes to the Tribe’s effectiveness by offering information and opinion as the senior member of the executive management team; by integrating objectives with other functions; and by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Serves as facilitator in the negotiation of grants and contracts with federal, state, and other agencies.
• Plans, formulates, and recommends the approval of the Tribal Council’s basic policies and programs that will further the goals and objectives of the Tribe.
• Oversees the operation of all tribal departments, including reviewing and evaluating the results of program activities; ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled; and allocating resources for greater program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Directs and coordinates approved programs, projects, and major activities of the staff.
• Maximizes staff performance by clearly defining duties, establishing performance standards, conducting performance reviews and recommending competitive salary structure.
• Serves as a liaison to all governmental departments, programs, advisory committees, and Tribal Council.
• Maintains contact with staff, Tribal Council, and the public to the greatest degree possible.
• Acts as oversight to all program advisory committees and monitors committee activities.
• Facilitates and oversees the development and implementation of departmental budgets and ensures departmental budget compliance; consolidates departmental budgets into an organization-wide annual operating budget and presents the annual operating budget to the Tribal Council for approval.
• Oversees and approves expenditures.
• Facilitates management meetings and provides regular updates to Tribal Council.
• Safeguards all funds, physical assets, and other property of the Tribe.
• Oversees total expenditures of all programs and grants administered through the Tribal government.
• Manages grants and contracts through supervising the work of all staff involved in grant and/or contract management.
• Establishes and maintains an effective system of communication within the organization and builds and fosters effective working relationships with others.
• Represents the Village at national, state, and local meetings/conferences to promote and explain the Tribe’s objectives.
• Stays current and knowledgeable on relevant regulations and trends related to HR, Payroll, and general financial matters.
• Hosts and participates in regular meetings to ensure effective communications about Village matters.
• Maintains a positive work environment by motivating team members, fostering teamwork, and addressing and resolving conflicts.
• Oversees and enforces adherence to administrative and personnel policies and procedures.
• Develops techniques and standards for evaluation of departmental activities.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of all departmental functions.
• Assumes and exercises signing authority for payroll and procurement for the department.
• Serves as a contact person for vendors, contractors, and other business partners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in increasing responsibility in an administrative capacity, including business development, management, supervision, and organizational leadership.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience.
• A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• Must obtain and maintain the state of Alaska Child License Administrator certification.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background investigation and drug test.