Tribal Administrator

SUPERVISOR: Tribal Chairperson or Designee

GRADE:
EX19 $48.69 ($) - $81.15 ($)

Under direct supervision the Tribal Administrator is responsible for administering executive level responsibility for the daily administrative operations and management of Tribal Council approved programs; renders direct assistance to the Chairperson in the successful operations of the Washoe Government. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

• Develops and maintains working relationships and communications with elective, administrative and program officials to ensure cooperative and effective management within Tribal Governmental operations.
• Responsible for the timely evaluations of program directors and supervisors, including but not limited to their individual performance objectives.
• Responsible for the day-to-day administration & organizational compliance with the Washoe Tribe Personnel Policies & Procedures system.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and administers the activities of all Tribal Council approved programs in carrying out the program's objectives.
• Responsible for the compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Develops operating procedures and performance standards for Tribal programs.
• Directs the organization and operation of all Tribal activities on a daily basis.
• Reports regularly to the Tribal Chairperson concerning the status of all assignments, duties, project and functions of the various programs, activities and personnel.
• Establishes program objectives and deadlines for meeting objectives.
• Administers a variety of special programs and operations.
• Assists in the annual preparations and review process of annual budgets for all Tribal programs.
• Responsible for the submissions of financial reports and budgets to the Tribal Council and to funding agencies.
• Provides clear and concise monthly reports to the Tribal Chairperson and Tribal Council of administration activities.
• Assists Program Directors and Supervisors in all areas of management including but not limited to problem solving, grant funds planning and compliance, property inventory, implementing of Tribal Council agenda procedures, development and distribution in a timely manner prior to scheduled Tribal meetings.
• Prepares & coordinates timely employee evaluations; coordinates payroll processing & record keeping.
• Responsible for position planning, recruitment & interview coordination with the HR Director.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Knowledge of traditional form of government and tribal customs and traditions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.
• Knowledge and familiarization with computer operations (computer literacy), word processing and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization development and administration of a Tribal organization.
• Knowledge of current trends, and developments in the fields of public administration, budget formulation and budget execution.
• Knowledge of the Indian self-determination and Education Assistance Act, Public Law 93-638 and the current amendments for such.
• Ability to interpret all applicable laws, rules and regulations to make determination and recommendations on policies and procedures for the Tribal Council.
• Ability to learn the inter-workings of the Tribal Governments operations, organization, and functions, and the relationships with other levels and forms of government.
• Ability to plan, direct and coordinate the work of subordinates.
• Ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with Tribal officers, employees, and general public
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to create and present effective speeches and presentations.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to be persuasive and tactful in controversial situations.
• Ability to…