Human Resources Director

Job Summary

The Program Director is responsible for the daily administration and services provided within the Department. The position ensures compliance with Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, applicable federal and state employment laws, and supports the mission, goals, and values of the Tribe. The Human Resources Director serves as an advisor to the Tribal Administrator, Executive Management, supervisors, and employees on personnel matters and provides leadership in the development and administration of human resources programs.

Preferred: Possess a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Human Relations, or any closely related field from an accredited College or University with three (3) years of verifiable, successful work experience as an administrator or in a position of equal level or responsibility.

Minimum: BA or BS degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or Human Relations, and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a management capacity with demonstrated experience serving in a high‑level managerial or supervisory capacity, and/or a combination of education, training, and experience equal to 5 years can be substituted, which must be documented.

Knowledgeable and skilled in correct spelling, grammar, and management procedures.

Knowledgeable in principles and practices of human resources management.

Knowledgeable in personnel records management and confidentiality requirements.

Knowledgeable in organizational development and strategic planning principles.

Skills to read, analyze, and interpret documents and write routine reports and correspondence.

Skills in communication, both oral and written, to interact with departmental staff, clients, officials, funding agencies, and other individuals regarding program and client matters.

Skills in conflict resolution and mediation.

Ability to evaluate and interpret data for the department.

Ability to interpret and follow program guidelines relating to the department and related programs.

Ability to organize and maintain clear and concise records.

Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, policies, and presentations.

Ability to interpret and apply personnel policies, Tribal laws, and employment regulations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, Tribal officials, and external agencies.

Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.

Ability to conduct investigations and resolve employee relations issues fairly and consistently.

Ability to deal with stressful situations positively and professionally.

Work is primarily indoors, but requires the incumbent to be in an outdoor environment when traveling between campus buildings and to other off‑site departments. This position may be exposed to frequent noise caused by telephones, office machines, and nearby oral communications among other personnel and/or employees.

Physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. Must be able to read computer screens and printed documents, and regularly required to stand, sit, and use hands and fingers to operate office equipment. Light to moderate lifting is required.

Possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. Subject to a background check and drug screening. Must sign a Confidentiality Agreement and abide by confidentiality regarding the program. The Wichita and Affiliated Tribes hiring preference policy applies.

Provides direct oversight of the daily operations, inclusive of fulfilling goals and objectives, as required by applicable grant regulations.

Supervises program staff and implements personnel functions, including program‑specific training, evaluating work performance, and disciplinary actions.

Works with staff to prepare and submit annual strategic planning documents to incorporate into the Tribe’s annual strategic implementation plan.

Establishes long‑term and short‑term departmental goals and objectives and ensures department staff are aware of and understand them.

Creates, develops,…