Tribal Chief Executive Officer (External - Open Until Filled)

TANF Employees•Thermal, CA

1d•$0 - $77•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Tribal Council (“Supervisor”), this position will primarily be responsible to oversee the strategic planning process, development, and growth of profitable new business opportunities and the Tribal Business Corporation’s strategy. This role involves direct supervision of subordinates, including mentoring, coaching, and evaluating performance; hiring of employees; and recommending transfer, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions. The position also requires attending meetings, mandatory training, and traveling as required. All work performed under this job classification is in support of essential governmental functions of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians.

Requirements

Strategic planning, business development, acquisition sourcing, government contracting, and due diligence
Marketing, financial modeling, and developing infrastructure in support of a new business
Strong MS Office skills including Excel modeling, Word and Power Point and Project Management
Federal, State and Tribal laws pertaining to operation of an enterprise an Indian trust land
Relevant Tribal laws and compacts, preferably Torres Martinez
Relevant and current Tribal, Federal, State and County employment laws, regulatory codes, personnel policies, processes, procedures, and standards
Work with people from diverse cultures, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds and must always maintain cultural sensitivity
Foster leadership, policy direction, program management, and administration
Provide oversight for assigned program functions subject to applicable Federal, Tribal and State laws, regulations, policies and procedures
Plan and direct others to accomplish complex major activities and report on operations and activities which are very broad in scope
Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing
Gather facts, analyze information, draw sound conclusions, and adopt an effective course of action
Demonstrate analytical skills including critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution techniques and consulting
Prepare clear, concise, accurate comprehensive narrative and statistical reports and records
Create and establish cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Work independently
Requires driving in the course and scope of employment. Must have prior to hiring and maintain throughout employment a valid California Class C driver’s license and insurability under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy
Prior to hiring and continuously throughout employment must obtain a Torres Martinez Gaming License.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting walking and standing for extended periods of time
Bending at the waist, kneeling, and crouching to file materials
Lifting up to 50lbs

Nice To Haves

Master of Business Administration preferred

Responsibilities

Implement business development plans with assistance of Project Managers, General Managers, and Tribal Leadership
Confer with Tribal Leadership and reviews all activities, business plans, and objectives to determine changes in operations of Tribal Enterprises
Direct the preparation of directives from Tribal Leadership to business entities outlining policy or operational changes to be implemented
Screen potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options
Resolve internal priorities
Recommend equity investments
Locate or propose potential business deals by contacting potential partners
Execute by discovering and exploring business relevant opportunities
Provide Tribal Leadership with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial strategic plans
Evaluate and determine Tribal resources for economic development planning
Direct supervision of subordinates to include mentoring, coaching, and evaluating performance; hiring of employees; recommend transfer, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions.
Attend meetings
Attend mandatory training
Travel as required to perform duties
Perform related duties as assigned