Cultural Director

Jena Choctaw Pines•Trout, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cultural Director is a full-time position that will advise, direct, support and manage multiple programs that fall under the Jena Band of Choctaw Indians Cultural Department. The Cultural Director will assist with establishing policies, guidelines, and the Cultural Museum, Archives and Management, and Cultural Education. The Director will be responsible for administering all the Jena Band of Choctaw Indians Cultural programs.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (required)
Five (5) years of job related experience, additional experience can be substituted for education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn Tribal heritage and history
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Must have reliable transportation
No felony or theft convictions
Must submit to a criminal background and fingerprint check in compliance with the Louisiana Child Protection Act (LA R.S. 15:5871.0) and Louisiana Adult Protection Services Law (LA R.S. 15:1501-1511)
Capable of high-performing individual and collaborative work, ensuring efficient operations
Meets deadlines effectively and efficiently
Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
Highly organized; possesses strong time management skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest of ethical standards, maintain strict confidentiality, and exercise tact and discretion
Must exhibit kindness and respect
Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity and appreciation of tribal traditions, customs, history, and the socioeconomic needs of the tribal community
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace is required, with the ability to acquire new software skills as needed
Proficiency in operating standard office equipment, including computers, printers, scanners, copiers, and telephones
Frequent sitting, walking, reaching, and both visual and oral communication.
Employees must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of contract principles and procedures, grant writing, and grant management is desired
Experience in budget development and administration
Timely submission of monthly reports to the Tribal Council is required

Responsibilities

Detailed Reporting to the Tribal Administrator on a monthly and as needed basis, on all matters pertaining to the Cultural Department
Work in conjunction with the Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO)
Coordinate, plan, and properly budget for various Cultural programs to be conducted throughout the year, to revitalize the traditional lifeways of the Tribe
Pursue avenues of improving the Tribe’s knowledge of the history, language and culture
Refer qualified artisans and cultural experts that have the proper knowledge to assist with cultural activities
Administer the Tribe’s Youth Powwow Dance Program, including the scheduling and coordinating of dance practices and powwows the group will attend coordinating new regalia orders, properly handling requests from parents for needs or issues, ensuring the Head Lice Policy is adhered to, and all other duties associated
Serve as a mandatory member of the Powwow Committee and other committees related to the Tribal Cultural Department
Maintain an accurate inventory of all Tribal property, office equipment, etc. held by and in the possession of the Cultural Department
Distribute information about events to the Tribal Membership, through correspondence, postings, the Cultural Department’s Facebook page, and by phone or email
Coordinate and partner with other Tribal Departments to improve services to Tribal Members and to provide additional programs to Tribal Members, through grants and other collaborative projects
Oversee JBCI Museum, Library, and Research Center
Collaborate with THPO on curation, history and archiving current and future collections
May be required to work extended hours, including tribal events, trainings, community meetings, and other meetings as designated by the Tribal Chief and Council, to meet tribal and departmental needs
Attend director meetings, staff meetings, and professional development trainings as required
Delegates responsibilities effectively to departmental staff
Execute additional duties as assigned
The Jena Band of Choctaw Indians retains the right to modify, add, or change responsibilities to align with tribal and organizational requirements. The aforementioned statements aim to outline the general nature and scope of work for employees in this position, and do not encompass a complete list of all associated duties and responsibilities.