Chief Program Officer

• Job Category Administration
• Employee Type Exempt - Full Time

Contact information

• Name HR Departmdent

Job Title: Chief Program Officer (CPO)

Department: Administration

Reports To: President & Chief Executive Officer (President & CEO)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time, Regular

AKBCU: No ICPA: No

The CPO assists the President & CEO in planning, designing, developing, and maintaining Cook Inlet Tribal Council's (CITC) strategic work related to connecting participants to program services using coordinated and innovative delivery systems.

As a member of the President's Council, the CPO provides leadership by embodying CITC's values, demonstrating belief in the potential of Our People, commitment to the mission and vision, and adherence to core principles and leadership competencies.

• Lead and provide strategic direction to multiple departments, including Youth Education, Financial Assistance, Career Development, and Clare Swan Early Learning Center.
• Lead the strategic design and execution of integrated programming across the cradle-to-career continuum to ensure seamless service delivery and optimal outcomes.
• Cultivate a high-performance culture that emphasizes professional development, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Provide strategic oversight and implement processes that support resource management aligned with strategic plans.
• Implement best practices and modify programs to meet community needs.
• Deliver critical information in areas of responsibility through the President & CEO to the Board of Directors and leadership team with actionable recommendations.
• Develop and cultivate partnerships that enhance CITC's mission and collective impact.
• Monitor program effectiveness through metrics and community outcomes.
• Identify and implement strategic funding and program priorities.
• Maintain government agency relationships to promote collaboration and program expansion.
• Support CITC's work on relevant Board Committees, both internally and externally.
• Identify and act on critical issues affecting Tribal status and funding availability.
• Develop strategic external partnerships supporting the organization's mission.
• Enhance community partnerships, including large-scale planning initiatives.
• Foster internal partnerships that enhance participant experience.
• Maintain high-quality service delivery, adhering to accreditation standards.
• Identify program needs and assist with planning strategies and grant proposals.
• Incorporate program needs into financial planning and asset management.
• Identify legal and advocacy issues affecting program delivery.
• Integrate program needs into information gathering and tracking systems.
• Partner with the Chief Clinical Officer to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
• Lead community initiatives related to participant needs as directed.
• Carry out Acting CEO role as assigned by President & CEO.

• Strategic leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to achieving results under demanding time frames.
• Ability to foster a cooperative environment and develop staff.
• Delegation and monitoring skills with high standards.
• Planning and organization skills to prioritize work activities.
• Quality management focus with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and the public at all levels.
• Knowledge of 42-CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations.
• Computer literacy, including EHR and Microsoft Office systems.

Strategic & Transformational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Respectful Leadership, Financial Acumen & Resource Management, Operational Excellence and Results Delivery, Stakeholder Engagement & Communication, Connection…