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S i le t z N e w s
Employment Opportunities
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C urrent C TSI Job Postings
POSITION OPENING
REVISED ANNOUNCEMENT
DUE TO EXTENDED
CLOSING DATE
Position:
Supervisor:
Salary:
Location:
General Manager
Tribal Council
$65,000 to $70,000 annually
Siletz, Oregon
Position Summary: As the executive officer for the Siletz Tribe, the
General Manager reports directly to the SiletzTribal Council, and directs
the day to day operations of Tribal Government programs, services and
enterprises. Broad areas of responsibility indude the management of fiscal
operations, economic development, resources, contracts and grants, and
personnel. This position is also responsible for establishing and
maintaining effective relationships with other agencies and the general
public.
timber harvest forecasts, economic and fiscal studies, or federal
regulations and policies; ability to explain such technical information to
laymen. Ability to communicate dearly; both orally and in writing. Ability
to develop and direct innovative tribal programs and services that meet
the needs of tribal members. Ability to assist small groups and task forces
in their deliberations. Ability to make independent judgments about
matters that require managerial action and to identify and communicate
policy questions that require Tribal Council direction. Ability to help
Tribal Council formulate its policy decisions by providing necessary
background information and by proposing alternative solutions. Must
adhere to the same Code of Ethics as tire Tribal Council Members, and
maintain the highest standard of moral and professional public image.
OPENING DATE:
2/16/98
CLOSING DATE:
3/27/98 (Please call for possible additional
extension if interested in application)
POSITION OPENING
Minimum Q ualifications: Bachelor's degree, in public or business
administration, and at least five years of business management/
supervisory experience in a Tribal government and/or a tribally affiliated
business organization.
Job Title:
Location:
Supervisor:
Salary:
General Responsibilities: Within specific time frames develop and
monitor long and short term program and financial plans, to reach Tribal
goals and objectives for human and natural resources, and economic
development. Develop and monitor organizational polices, practices, and
structures that will enable Tribal government to achieve its goals and
objectives. Develop and manage annual budgets for Tribal government
operations, capital improvements, and economic development, to include
maintenance of adequate financial arid program recordkeeping, and
reporting systems. Maintain sufficient levels of personnel direction,
supervision, training, and compensation to attract and retain capable
personnel and to support Tribal employees in carrying out their tasks.
Establish and maintain a workplace that is conducive to teamwork and
collaboration, appreciation of diversity, promotes high levels of employee
morale and productivity, and encourages employee growth and
development. Establish long and short range goals for Tribal programs.
Obtain and monitor contracts and grants that will enable Tribal
government to achieve its goals and objectives. Ability to identify work
that others should perform, to delegate responsibilities appropriately, and
to assure that delegated tasks are carried out satisfactorily. Maintain
effective working relationships among employees, Tribal members, and
officials within Tribal government and outside interests; Identify and
obtain funding resources for improving Tribal government services and
for financing capital projects and Tribal enterprises. Identify and help
eliminate administrative barriers in Tribal government operations.
Develop and manage the implementation of Tribal enterprises and
construction of Tribal facilities. Articulate Tribal policies and advocate
Tribal goals and objectives as set by the Tribal Council, both inside and
outside the Siletz Tribe. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirem ents: Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Public
Administration, Business, or related field; and four years of experience in
the planning field. Preference will be given to applicants with prior Tribal
Planning experience. Ability to draft descriptive factual background
memorandum or summaries. Includes technical writing and editing skills,
with ability to apply those skills to a wide variety of projects.
Demonstrated grant writing-, skills. Demonstrated’ analytical skills and
creative ability. Ability to effectively coordinate people and projects.
Ability to identify goals, objectives, and resources. Basic knowledge of
planning in such areas as geography; economics, political science,
engineering, architecture, sociology, economic development, and public
administration. Ability to formulate and evaluate plans to reach goals and
objectives. Working knowledge of computer word processing,
spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Must be a well
organized self starter, with the ability to communicate effectively (orally
and in writing) and to work well with others. Ability to relate the effect of
planning decisions on the mission and goals of the Tribe.
Desired Characteristics: Strong personal commitment to furthering the
Siletz Tribe's ability to maintain its cultural identity, political autonomy,
and economic self-sufficiency. Demonstrated understanding of the
principles of federal Indian law; including sovereignty, the federal trust
responsibility, tribal-state relations, and tribal self determination.
Successful experience managing a complex public or private sector
organization with diverse program responsibilities. Experience should
include administering a budget, fiscal, human resources, information
systems, and performance measurements in an organization of related
size, scope, and program areas. Knowledge of federal and state programs
available to serve the education, housing, health, employment, and social
service needs of Tribal members. Willingness to listen to the ideas and
opinions of others as part of the decision-making process. Ability to
analyze complex technical reports and data, like construction drawings,
Tribal Planner
Siletz, Oregon
General Manager
$36,311 annually
Duties: Advise and assist Tribal Administration and Programs to establish
goals, priorities, policies, programs, organizations, regulations, and
procedures in such areas as the pattern of land use, transportation,
housing, utilities, public safety, health Services, social services, and
economic development. Coordinate planning activities for, and between
Tribal programs. This includes locating funding sources, assisting with
preparation and submission of grant applications, and budget
preparation. Also includes providing technical assistance and final review
of grant applications submitted by Program staff. Maintain an overview
and evaluate policies and planning activities. Make appropriate updates
or suggest other approaches. Establish and carry-out economic
development strategies. Monitor Tribal planning documents, such as the
Comprehensive Plan, Reservation Plan, and Transportation Plan to ensure
that goals and objectives are being met. Collect, assemble, and analyze
data and prepare appropriate reports. Identify problems, participate in
Tribal meetings to plan innovative new programs that will improve
economic and living standards for the Siletz Tribe and its members.
Present information and findings, along with recommendations to Tribal
Administration. Other duties as assigned.
OPENING DATE:
3/23/98
CLOSING DATE:
4/3/98