Housing Director

Purpose of this Position: This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Tribal Housing Department. Under the general direction of the Tribal Administrator, this position will perform a wide variety of professional field and office work related to planning activities, projects, and programs for the Tribe. Incumbents in this position receive limited supervision with a framework of standard policies and procedures.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare detailed reports of varying complexity, including application forms and processes for Tribal members to receive program benefits.
• Gather, compile, and evaluate statistical data relating to the Tribes housing needs, income levels, employment, etc., for use in projecting future needs and eligibility for benefits.
• Research, review, and interpret county planning and zoning records to determine the legal status of property, boundaries, etc.
• Prepare reports, charts, and other graphic information for presentations.
• Conduct field inspections of housing needs and assure compliance with local building codes.
• Review building and septic installations to ensure they meet county code requirements.
• Determine and implement needs for rehabilitative projects versus replacement.
• Ensure the Tribal Housing Plan expenditures and the NAHASDA budgeted line items coincide.
• Serve as an information source by providing professional and technical support relating to building codes, laws, and building specifications.
• Assist applicants through the application process by coordinating and conducting comprehensive counseling conferences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in a related field or four years progressively responsible related experience.
• A combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions.
• Minimum five years of supervisory experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledgeable of the principles of administrative management, including budgeting techniques and office procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clearly and effectively articulate thoughts and points.
• Read maps and plans and operate computer programs relating to the job function.
• Research, compile and summarize detailed information as well as demonstrated ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively.
• Knowledgeable of Native American culture with the ability to interpret Tribal laws, rules, and regulations relative to the department.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Communicate effectively with staff, subordinates, and peers.
• Proven effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritize, self-start, and complete projects in a timely manner while ensuring accuracy.
• Use tact and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute as a team member and interact positively and openly with peers and other departments in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Possess a high level of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation.
• Solutions-oriented with the ability to develop and implement the resolution in time-sensitive situations.
• Highly organized, self-starting, and able to work without much direct supervision.
• Effective leadership skills with the strong ability to train and lead a team.
• Satisfactory drug screening and background check results.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds or, on occasion, over 50 pounds.
• Navigating uneven terrain, including but not limited to walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
• Position involves possible exposure to the elements.
• Sufficient hand-eye coordination, use of hands and fingers to handle work-related items; visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical and safety information; hearing ability sufficient to perceive and respond to oral communications and ambient sounds both in and out of doors.

Indian Preference:

Native American Indian preference shall apply to the position in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e-2(i)), regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (41 C.F.R. § 60-1.5(a)(7)), and/or other relevant laws. Applicants claiming Indian preference must submit verification of Indian eligibility with their application.