Environmental Trust Program Manager (SS-49959)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • Coulee City, WA

8d • $48 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Trust Program Manager provides high-level executive and administrative direction for the Environmental Trust Program. The role is the primary authority for environmental policy development, implementation, and regulatory enforcement across the Reservation, operating without technical supervision and with minimal, broadly defined policy and administrative direction.

The manager represents the tribal government in environmental program areas including air, water, soil, toxic and hazardous waste, and water rights. The position serves as the principal technical and policy advisor to the Colville Business Council, key tribal staff, federal agencies, state authorities, and international bodies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in environmental science, physical sciences, environmental planning, environmental engineering, natural resources management, or a closely related field, plus four years of progressively responsible professional experience equivalent to Environmental Specialist / Planner III or program management level; or a bachelor’s degree in one of those disciplines plus six to nine years of progressively responsible experience in environmental program management, natural resources policy, or regulatory enforcement.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility for tribal vehicle insurance coverage.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and tribal environmental statutes, regulations, policies, and grant and contract administration, particularly EPA Indian policy and the U.S. Department of the Interior.
• Comprehensive knowledge of personnel and organizational management, including supervision, performance evaluation, workforce development, and departmental budgeting.
• Advanced understanding of Indian law, including statutory frameworks and court precedents; water law on and off Indian lands; tribal water rights; and environmental regulatory enforcement mechanisms.
• In-depth understanding of international treaties, cross-border agreements, and transboundary environmental issues relevant to the U.S./Canadian border.
• Applied knowledge of environmental sciences, including hydrology, plant and animal ecology, soil science, chemistry, pollution prevention and abatement, media-specific sampling methodologies, data quality assurance and control, and GIS/remote-sensing spatial data applications.
• Exceptional professional communication, presentation, intergovernmental negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to perform complex policy formulation and strategic leadership independently without technical supervision.
• Ability to interpret complex federal, state, and tribal laws, codes, judicial rulings, and professional environmental standards.
• Ability to foster teamwork, provide clear administrative direction, and manage competing high-priority issues.
• Ability to present clear, persuasive technical and policy testimony and negotiate effectively with government and private entities.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operations of the Environmental Trust Program at an executive and administrative level.
• Develop, implement, and oversee environmental policy and regulatory enforcement across the Reservation.
• Represent the tribal government on environmental matters involving air, water, soil, toxic and hazardous waste, and water rights.
• Advise the Colville Business Council, tribal staff, federal agencies, state authorities, and international bodies on technical and policy issues.
• Provide strategic leadership and administrative direction while managing multiple high-priority issues.
• Interpret environmental laws, regulations, judicial rulings, and professional standards.
• Present technical and policy testimony before courts, legislative committees, regulatory bodies, and community forums.
• Negotiate with federal, state, provincial, and private entities while safeguarding tribal sovereign rights and natural resources.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Short- and long-term disability for full-time employees.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for full-time and part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior