Director of Commerce

Position: Director of Commerce - Commerce Department (1 FT – Regular)

Pay Grade: E6 Hiring Range: $61,779 - $81,928 – Commensurate with Verified Qualifications Status: Exempt; Bi-Weekly pay Background Check: Extensive

Indian Preference applies in accordance with Ordinance #15-600-02

Summary: Primary task will be to develop and implement the four main functions of the Commerce Department for Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. Functions to include development of Tribal owned enterprise; Devise Tribal job development programs; administer Small Business Enterprise program and develop and maintain records management system. Perform a variety of tasks as required to fully develop economic opportunities on behalf of the Tribe.

Employment Qualifications- Minimum Necessary Qualifications:

A qualified candidate offers:

· Bachelor Degree in Business, Finance, or related field or 8 years specific field experience in business development, entrepreneurial development, job creation, including statistical analysis and document management; and

· 5 years supervisory/managerial experience in business development, finance, or marketing; and

· Active member in Community/Statewide/Federal processional memberships within one year of employment; and

· Working knowledge of Accounting/Financial statement analysis: and

· Business ownership and/or upper management experience; and

· The technical skills of an intermediate user of MS Office Word and Excel, computers, and office equipment; and

· Preferred experience with Tribal enterprise development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Attend and represent department before the Commerce Commission and Tribal Council, at monthly staff/management, government organization functions, and business development and vendor meetings.

2. Represent the Tribe’s position if requested by the Ogema in meetings with other Tribes or with funding agencies, and in state and federal and any other government entity meetings, and at all times serve as a goodwill ambassador from the Tribe. Must establish these relationships within one year of employment.

3. Plan, in conjunction with the Commerce Commission, for a strategy of Tribal Economic Diversification

4. Attend business related meetings with outside organizations and agencies

5. Assist in the development and implementation of Department of Commerce’s administrative policies and procedures.

6. Prepare and maintain annual budgets, maintain sound fiscal and budget practices, establishing monthly internal controls.

7. Prepare monthly reports on department activities.

8. Develop and maintain department goals, objectives

9. Assist Tribal Members seeking business resource information

10. Establish a job development program utilizing Tribal, Federal, and State resources.

11. Implement a sound recording system for commercial transactions, land to trust, real estate transactions, and vital statistics

12. Occasional overnight travel for business and/or training may be required

13. Multi-tasking large volumes of work, projects and maintaining deadlines and priorities.

14. Oversee BIA Roads programs, Planning, Grant administration within department, and Enterprises.

15. Continue to develop and grow the Fair Market Housing program.

16. All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: During the course of employment, the employee will consistently utilize and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, highly organized, ability to adapt quickly to change, strong project management skills, project development, project planning, problem solving, management skills, strong presentation skills, strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, a heightened attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to work independently and cooperatively with other departments, creative and entrepreneurial mindset, and a commitment to confidentiality. Must be able to maintain high leadership qualities, ability to manage all types of business situations in a professional manner, ability to maintain high confidentiality, ability to manage and delegate multiple tasks in a professional manner, ability to consistently meeting project deadlines, ability to manage departmental budget, control labor expenses, work cooperatively with all departments and maintain a professional demeanor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct supervision of 2-4 subordinates. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, rewarding and disciplining of subordinates, in addition to planning, assigning and directing work. Encourages the on-going development of staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sitting for long periods of time, frequent walking, and occasional reaching, bending, kneeling, or stretching is to be expected. The nature of the work also involves manual dexterity to operate office equipment and while keyboarding. An employee will need normal, or corrected to normal range of sight and hearing and will carry work related materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is typically performed in a climate-controlled office environment, though periods of exposure to outdoor elements are to be expected. The employee’s work schedule may periodically need to be flexible and adjusted according to business need. The employee must be able to effectively handle stressful and compromising situations while remaining focused and professional, as well as be able to deal with difficult people without losing perspective. Occasional overnight or local travel will be necessary to attend meetings or trainings.

Application Instructions:

Obtain an application form fillable online – (under “Employment” heading) and a copy of the position description by contacting Human Resources at:

LRBOI HR Department, 2608 Government Center Dr, Manistee, MI 49660 phone: (231) 398-6859; Email: apply@lrboi-nsn.gov - Attn: HR .

To apply please submit completed LRBOI application, cover letter, resume, and front/back of Tribal ID (if applicable) to:

LRBOI HR Department, 2608 Government Center Dr., Manistee, MI 49660

Fax: (231)331-1233; Email: apply@lrboi-nsn.gov

Conditions of employment with Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Government includes superior performance in the selection process, including but not limited to all of the following; any pre-employment interviews, skills testing, credentialing, drug screening, background investigations, reference checks and previous work history, passing a pre-employment drug test and background investigation, possession of a valid Driver’s License throughout employment and being insurable under the Tribe’s insurance policy, and successfully completing a ninety (90) day introductory period.

Posted - Until Filled

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $61,779 - $81,928