Director of Cultural Preservation

Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma•Miami, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Cultural Preservation will be responsible for developing and implementing annual department goals, objectives, program plans, and budgets. This role involves managing daily department operations, expenditures, scheduling, and administrative correspondence related to cultural programs. The Director will supervise staff, assign work, monitor performance, and support staff development. Key responsibilities include planning and organizing language classes, cultural workshops, and other cultural education activities, while working with Tribal elders and members to develop educational resources and share cultural knowledge. The position also involves promoting intergenerational learning, overseeing the development of cultural education materials, maintaining administrative records, evaluating programs, and reporting to the Tribal Administrator. Other duties as assigned within the scope of department administration, language preservation, and cultural education will also be part of this role.

Requirements

Knowledge of Peoria Tribal history, language, and cultural traditions required.
Ability to plan and manage cultural education programs and department operations.
Ability to supervise staff, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of budgeting, program planning, and administrative record-keeping.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking.
Ability to work respectfully with Tribal elders, Tribal members, staff, and community partners.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect cultural protocols concerning the sharing of Tribal knowledge.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and internet applications.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurance.
May be required to submit to and pass applicable drug test and background check.
Adhere to all work rules, policies and procedures, and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

A college degree in History, Education, Cultural Studies, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement annual department goals, objectives, program plans, and budgets.
Manage daily department operations, expenditures, scheduling, and administrative correspondence related to cultural programs.
Supervise Cultural Preservation staff, assign work, monitor performance, and support staff development.
Plan, organize, and schedule language classes, cultural workshops, and other cultural education activities for Tribal members.
Work with Tribal elders, language speakers, and Tribal members to develop educational resources and share cultural knowledge with their permission.
Promote intergenerational learning and Tribal member participation in language and cultural programs.
Oversee the development and use of cultural education materials that reflect Peoria traditions and respect appropriate cultural protocols.
Maintain department administrative records, program schedules, participation records, and budget documentation.
Evaluate cultural programs and provide updates on department activities, goals, and budget needs to the Tribal Administrator.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of department administration, language preservation, and cultural education.