EPA Director

• Maintain a comprehensive environmental plan to guide development and implementation of environmental resource management programs.
• Address environmental concerns that arise that may affect the tribe.
• Preparation of reservation wide environmental assessments as requested.
• Will perform or work directly with staff conducting water sampling and analysis.
• Coordinate all Tribal environment activities according to program requirements and contract obligations.
• Administer environmental program grants, track work plans and deliverables, complete quarterly reports, summarize accomplishments, and prepare and monitor program budgets.
• Develop program proposals/applications for federal and state EPA funds and other grants opportunities.
• Draft applicable Tribal codes and ordinances relating to Tribal environmental programs for presentation to the Tribal Council.
• Submit monthly reports to Tribal Council and attend Tribal Council meetings when requested.
• Submit quarterly reports due within 30 days of the end of each quarter. These reports will provide; Status of each work plan task, status of expenditures for the reporting period, summary of accomplishments, discuss problems, which have or are expected to impact performance, & identify tasks, which are not on, schedule & propose anticipated dates of completion.
• Promote working relationships with tribes, local, state & federal agencies re: environmental issues and regulations.
• Coordinate Tribal environmental activities with other Tribal programs and with outside agencies.
• Provide education and outreach to the community members, departments, and schools.
• Manage and direct environmental program staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences or related field
• 5 years of experience in a related field
• 3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with GIS, Microsoft Office and other relevant software programs.  Proven ability to work independently and in cooperation with other departments and staff.
• Leadership skills, exercise good judgement.
• Knowledge of budgeting and grant writing.

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and Comply with Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
• Ability to travel & attend weekend Tribal Council Meeting upon request.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Proof of Educational Degree.

This is a full time position