Tribal Land & Resources Engagement Project Lead

Description The Tribal Land & Resources Engagement (TLRE) Outreach Lead will work with the TLRE team to facilitate tribal member engagement with tribal land and will develop land and resource engagement activities and programming.

Essential Duties

• Coordinate and facilitate opportunities and events to center and connect with Tribal Members in matters related to TEK (Traditional Ecological Knowledge)Compile and organize TEK & data from maps, databases, and other sources.
• Perform background research including record searches and archival historical documentation searches.
• Participate in and/or contribute to TEK & member engagement matters related to Tribal, Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
• Provide support as needed to senior Tribal staff in governmental agency and tribal consultations, partner coordination, and public facing activities.
• Review, research, and craft correspondence related to informational inquiries.
• Collaborate with Governmental Affairs & Special Projects tower team members on plans and implementation of plans and projects relevant to TEK and member engagement.
• Participate in planning and general meetings with partners and governments on matters pertaining to TEK and member engagement.
• Participate and support public outreach and education efforts and events.
• Support communication efforts and projects within the tower for Tribal Members and public audiences through documentation in writing, photo, and video forms.
• Develop and oversee Tribal efforts to facilitate safe and coordinated Tribal Member access to Tribal Ancestral Lands owned by the Tribe, other governments, and community partners.
• Assist with UAV data collection and processing.
• Field data collection.

Additional Duties

• Conduct research, undertake due diligence efforts, and write reports.
• Undertake special projects and assignments, as directed.
• Provide documentation, records, reports, and communication, as directed.
• The Tribe values its commitment to community service and the well-being of its members. In recognition of this, each employee may be expected to perform duties from time to time which may not be related to their regular responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Ability to encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
• Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. Ability to be culturally sensitive.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, specifically in technical reports, policy, and proposal writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrated skill in prioritizing and balancing various assignments and responsibilities as needed through planning, teamwork and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of individuals including the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
• Ability to work with a team and communicate clearly with team members.
• Ability to take initiative to identify and solve problems independently.
• Knowledge of project management and ability to apply that knowledge to projects with considerable technical complexity.
• Working knowledge of Tribal sovereignty and jurisdictional issues required.
• Must be proficient with computers and general office equipment.
• Familiarity in the use of personal productivity software, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with and interest in growing skills related to the Lushootseed language, or a commitment and openness to learn under the guidance of Tribal experts.

Education & Experience Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in geography, natural resources, communications, or related field; or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for degree requirement.

Education Preferred

• Master’s degree in geography, natural resources, communications, or a related field.

Experience Required

• Experience in cultural resource protection and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) is required.
• 5 years’ experience leading public events or outreach programs required.
• Previous experience safely operating 4×4 vehicles and trailers, including off-road environments.

Experience Preferred

• Prior experience conducting field investigations preferred.
• Experience working with or for tribal government is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with and interest in growing skills related to project management is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

• Must have and maintain a current and valid Washington State Driver’s License.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a thorough pre-employment background investigation.
• Must agree to be subject to the Tribe’s Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Policy to include pre-employment screening.

Work Environment The work environment includes an office environment in a controlled atmosphere building. May include some work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Hybrid work arrangements may be possible in accordance with the Tribe’s Telecommuting Policy. Weekend and evening hours will sometimes be required.

Tribal Preference The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe follows the Tribal Hiring Preference as outlined in tribal policies, including the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). TERO sets forth certain hiring preferences for qualified individuals who are enrolled in a federally recognized Indian tribe, as well as, in some cases, preference for certain family members of those individuals.

Additional Information

• Compensation will be determined based on experience and starts at $88,726.03 per year.
• This position is a full-time position and employment is at will.

Location:

• Snoqualmie, WA

Benefits

• First of the month following date of hire – competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits for all regular full-time employees.
• After 90 days – 401k retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%.
• Paid Holidays – Up to 18 paid holidays are offered every calendar year, which includes the workdays between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Paid Time Off — Employees accrue 12+ days sick and vacation leave respectively. Increases based on years of service.

Additional Perks

• Additional time off opportunities available including bereavement, military, parental and jury duty.
• Childcare subsidy for children enrolled full-time in the Snoqualmie Tribe Child Development Center.
• Employee discounts at Snoqualmie Casino (tickets/events, gift shop and restaurants), Salish Lodge & Spa (rooms, spa & dining) and Crescent Market (gas discount card).
• Third party perks include movie tickets, theme parks, shows and attractions & more.
• Employee assistance plans.