Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Tribal Administrator is the executive leader responsible for the effective administration of the Cahuilla Band of Indians’ governmental operations. This role places a strong emphasis on grant writing, grant management, and strategic funding development , while maintaining high-level oversight of organizational functions and personnel. The Administrator ensures that Tribal operations align with Tribal law and Council directives and supports the long-term sustainability and growth of Tribal programs through successful grant acquisition and administration.

Key Responsibilities:

Primary Focus – Grant Development & Management

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding sources.
• Administer all awarded grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with terms, timely reporting, and achievement of deliverables.
• Develop and maintain relationships with funding agencies and partners.
• Lead strategic planning for grant opportunities aligned with Tribal priorities.
• Coordinate with department heads to ensure effective implementation and reporting of grant-funded programs.

Organizational Oversight (Strategic Level)

• Provide executive-level leadership and direction to department heads and staff.
• Support the Tribal Council in policy development, legislative implementation, and strategic initiatives.
• Serve as liaison between Tribal Council and staff, ensuring clear communication and alignment with Council goals.
• Oversee financial planning and budget development in coordination with finance staff and Tribal Council.
• Ensure compliance with Tribal policies, federal regulations, and funding agency requirements.

Personnel & Administrative Support (Streamlined)

• Support hiring processes and assist in screening and selection of candidates.
• Provide guidance on organizational structure and staffing needs.
• Delegate day-to-day personnel management to department heads, while maintaining oversight of key decisions.
• Promote staff development through training, orientation, and performance support.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Proven leadership in management, employee coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, correspondence, and presentations to senior leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of Bureau of Indian Affairs regulations and other federal/state funding agency requirements.
• Skilled in drafting grant proposals, strategic plans, program justifications, and compliance reports.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring efficient execution of work plans and grant deliverables.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with a focus on confidentiality and dispute resolution.
• Competence in researching and interpreting complex laws, regulations, and funding guidelines.
• Strong policy development and technical writing capabilities.
• Adaptability in learning and applying new software tools and systems.
• Ability to foster positive staff morale and maintain effective internal communication.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to gather, assess, and synthesize information to solve management challenges.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Relations, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a comparable executive or administrative role.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing and administration.
• Strong knowledge of Tribal governance, federal funding systems, and intergovernmental relations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn financial and grant management systems.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under Tribal policy.
• Native preference applies.

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