Tribal Services & Governance Coordinator

*** THERE IS A SEVERE HOUSING SHORTAGE ON THE NORTH SLOPE. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT RESIDE IN UTQIAGVIK (BARROW) OR INDICATE THEY HAVE NO LOCAL HOUSING SECURED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED ***

Job Title: Tribal Services & Governance Coordinator                               

Division:  Administration

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer                                                 

Supervises: Non-Supervisory

Classification: Regular

Date Revised: April 6, 2021

Safety Sensitive: No

FLSA/AWHA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time                                                                  

Occupational Code: 43-60

Salary: Starting at $35.89/hour (depending on experience)

Job Summary:

On behalf of the CEO, and in collaboration with the Housing Services Manager, the Tribal Services & Governance Coordinator acts as liaison to the Board of Commissioners and Tribal Leaders in each community. Provides executive support to the TNHA leadership team and coordinates general office functions as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advises Tribal Leaders on the development of programs and activities in the Indian Housing Plan in accordance with specific village priorities. Solicits Tribal comment and certification.
• Manages the CEO's business calendar, and assures that complete information is available for all related engagements.
• Establishes and maintains a variety of permanent files and reocrds, including Tribal and Board resolutions and meeting minutes, in appropriate electronic filing systems and formats.
• Coordinates approved business travel for Tribal Leaders, Commissioners, CEO, and other employees as needed including flights, lodging, and ground transportation, as appropriate for the situation.
• In collaboration with other TNHA administrative staff and contractors, manages website, social media, mailing lists, newsletter development, and other public information resources.
• Travels by commuter aircraft to villages for meetings as needed.
• Assists general office functions, including mail runs, with other employees as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively deal with the public. Friendly and persuasive telephone manner.
• Three (3) years of work experience applying organizational policies and procedures.
• Three (3) years of work experience with common software and office equipment.
• High School or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or the equivalent.
• Valid Alaska Driver's License that meets TNHA insurance criteria.

Preferred:

• Alaskan Native and/or American Indian (member of a federally recognized tribe).
• Ability to read, write, speak, and/or understand conversational Inupiaq.
• Established working relationships with regional Tribes and/or Tribal entities
• Two (2) years Arctic work experience
• Two (2) years of work experience taking and transcribing official meeting minutes
• Previous commission as a Notary public; current commission in Alaska a plus
• Associate's degree in Business or related field; Bachelor's degree a plus
• Knowledge of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) and/or related U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations

Physical Demands: This role primarily involves sedentary work, including sitting for extended periods, using a computer, and occasional light lifting (up to 20 pounds). Visual acuity for reading and using a computer is required.

Work Environment: The work environment is a typical office setting with standard lighting and temperature conditions. The noise level is generally low to moderate.

A full list of physical demands and work environment details can be provided upon request. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or membership status in any class protected by law.

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