Administration - Tribal Community Wellness and Social Services Division Manager

Puyallup Tribe of Indians•Tacoma, WA

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position defines and implements the direction, goals and objectives of the Tribal Community Wellness and Social Service Division and is responsible for the effectiveness and efficiency of department services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or Master's degree (M. A.) from four-year college or university in social work or related field; and six years experience and/or training in a senior management level capacity managing subordinate program supervisors; or equivalent combination of education and management experience and/or training in overseeing departments or programs.
Must demonstrate previous experience managing a departmental budget.
Demonstrated knowledge of grant management required.
Intermediate knowledge and experience in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and database required.
Strong writing and organizational skills required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to senior management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to adjust and work within Tribal governmental structure.
Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment, including a high work volume and complaint resolution.
Customer service skills required.
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.

Responsibilities

Establishes and promotes the mission and direction of the Tribal Community Wellness Services and Social Service Division.
Ensures full compliance across the Tribal Community Wellness and Social Services Departments operating within the procedures set forth in the Tribe’s Title 7 Domestic Relations Code – Child and Family Protection Code, Guardianship of Minors Code, Domestic Violence Prevention and Anti-Harassment Civil Code, Per Capita and Representative Payee Program, Vulnerable Tribal Adult Protection Code and any other applicable codes.
Provides administrative technical assistance, leadership, and supervision of Tribal Community Wellness and Social Service departments to assure compliance with policies and procedures.
Assists Directors or Programs in establishing departmental goals and objectives for the Annual Operations plan.
Reviews and evaluates changes in federal, state laws and tribal code that will impact the delivery of services.
Builds positive and effective relationships at the state and federal level and serves as an advocates for department and program services.
Responsible for preparation, planning, and monitoring Departments budgets on a monthly basis with Department Directors.
Responsible for creating and ensuring compliance of Memorandum of Agreements or Understanding between Tribal Departments, the Tribe and Tribal entities, and the Tribe and local governments.
Maintains effective internal and external communications.
Provide leadership to departments to enable them to make decisions, organize, program design, prioritize and delegate tasks.
Facilitates Tribal Community Wellness and Social Service Division Department Director meetings regularly.
Notifies the Administrative Manager and Tribal Council regarding policy concerns and recommends revision and direction which may develop from community or youth issues.
Coordinates community and youth activities with departments and external organizations as needed.
Approves expenditure requests from department directors to assure compliance with all tribal, state and federal government regulations and grant restrictions.
Participates and monitors internal and external audits of departments and implements necessary corrective actions with departments.
Responsible for projects as assigned by Administrative Manager or Tribal Council.
Keeps current on all areas of responsibility by attending executive level meetings and attending trainings and workshops as needed.
Monitors and reviews community and youth programs to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Ensures departments are implementing teamwork strategies to meet organizational and departmental goals.
Participates in the development of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians Vision, Mission, and Strategic Direction.
Develops and maintains ethical and professional relationships by upholding a favorable public image of the Tribe by establishing and participates in the community (civic, industry, and professional).
Performs other duties as assigned.
Manages directors and managers within the division as assigned by the Administrative Manager.
Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this division.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.