Director of Health & Human Services
About The Position
The Director of the Health and Human Services Department develops the division’s strategy and oversees the work of the division including business development, project performance, staff development, and thought leadership. The HHS Department works primarily in the areas of community services such as strengthening family relationships, community and elder health, violence prevention, economic independence, child welfare, food security, and nutrition assistance. The department partners with agencies at the Tribal, Federal, State, and local levels as well as private philanthropic and nonprofit clients. As a member of the HHS leadership team, the Director works collaboratively with other leaders in the department and across the Tribal Government to deliver on PTIO’s strategic objectives and support a vibrant culture.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of leadership and financial oversight experience.
- Experience working with Federal Granting Agencies.
- MUST have experience managing multiple grants simultaneously.
- Experience partnering with State entities.
- Understanding of federal compliance requirements for funding.
- Ability to read, interpret and understand federal documents.
- Proven management and leadership skills.
- Strong knowledge of traditional civic engagement organizations, and clear ideas for how to innovate on those models.
- Experience developing organizational systems and processes for effective political work; can match organizational strategy with effective systems to execute them.
- Reliable and self-motivated, with a high level of integrity.
- Demonstrated track record of creating and managing effective administrative systems and policies.
- Ability to work well with different people while addressing their specific needs with grace.
- A strong ability to anticipate the needs of the organization and proactively design and implement solutions problems.
- Ability to support multiple staff, working in different locations in an effective way.
- Ability to skillfully manage inter-organizational conflicts as they arise and support the team to maintain a positive working culture.
- Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Outstanding organizational abilities and must be able to prioritize.
- Proficiency with computers and programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet.
- Valid Driver’s License and Insurance.
- Must submit to and pass applicable drug test, TB test, and Physical.
- Must pass background investigations for suitability of character identified in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, and Child Care and Development Fund, 45 C.F.R. § 98.43(a)(2).
- Adhere to all work rules, policies & procedures, and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Works with the Tribal Leadership to coordinate long term organizational planning.
- Oversight of Federal ACF grants, including budgetary review and programmatic implementation.
- Continuous and On-going Data Evaluation and review to ensure community needs are identified and appropriate funding and services allocated.
- Assesses the community/tribe's needs and determines appropriate funding opportunities.
- Ensure completion of programmatic and financial reports to granting agencies.
- Develops,implements, and monitors organizational systems, policies and procedures for efficient workflow and communication across departments.
- Reporting any suspected Child Abuse and Neglect in accordance with State, Tribal and Federal laws.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding all information regarding families, co-workers, and self in accordance with the Tribal confidentiality policy.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
