Language - Project Manager

Puyallup Tribe of Indians•Tacoma, WA

12d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Puyallup Tribal Language Program Director, the Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and completing Lushootseed projects, internally and externally, from initiation to completion, ensuring that all projects are completed on time and within budget.

Requirements

Must have an Associate’s Degree and four years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge and experience using general office equipment such as copy machine, scanner, fax machine, etc. required.
Must be able to accurately type 35-40 WPM; required to demonstrate intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office.
Must complete a Level 1 txʷəlšucid Language proficiency (Non-Credentialed) in a one-year period of employment with the Language Program.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the community.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, in writing or other.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to utilize technology and software as it pertains to program operations and language development.
Demonstrates knowledge in commonly used Project Manager tools.
Minimum requirement of examples of 5 completed projects that met the projected outcomes.
Strong organizational skills.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver’s license.
Driver’s license must not contain any restrictions that would prevent the employee from driving a GSA vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Certification in a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for internal and external Lushootseed projects and ensure alignment with program goals and objectives.
Collaborate with Puyallup Tribal departments and enterprises to carry out Language Program initiatives (i.e. EQC, Puyallup Enterprises, etc.)
Work with external partners and entities on Language projects (i.e. WSDOT, City of Tacoma, etc.)
Work in a respectful and culturally sensitive approach to Language Program events that promote and support Lushootseed projects.
Assists in grant application process and the timely completion of each grant for Lushootseed projects. This includes, working with the Grants department on applications, writing reports, tracking data and department outcomes, and ensuring the departments meet all expected deadlines.
Work collaboratively with multiple parties and entities to execute project schedules, timelines, and deliverables.
Oversee grant funded and tribally funded material creation (i.e. language books, park signs, etc.).
Coordinate with vendors for events and projects, including gathering quotes, managing communication, and presenting recommendations.
Oversee and lead project teams effectively by, scheduling meetings, providing direction, motivation, and support to ensure team unity and productivity.
Provide Language Program Director with project updates, grant reporting and status reports.
Attends and participates in required staff meetings and other activities and events deemed necessary.
Other duties as assigned.