LOCATION: CA

POSITION: Director of Human Resources

TRIBE: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria

Recruitment and Staffing:

  • Administers recruitment and staffing processes, including guidelines for conducting searches and ensuring compliance with FIGR’s Indian Preference Statute, and other applicable laws and regulations.
  • Oversees the review of all personnel changes.
  • Develops and implements strategies for attracting top-tier talent at all personnel levels.

Performance Management:

  • Oversees the implementation of employee evaluation and employee development plans.
  • Oversees employee onboarding and training initiatives.
  • Coordinates the development and maintenance of job descriptions for all employees.
  • Manages employee recognition activities.
  • Conducts performance reviews of the Human Resources Department and participates in departmental goal setting.

Compensation and Benefits Administration:

  • Oversees the efficient administration of employee benefits, Workers’ Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance.
  • Leads the development of benefit orientations and benefit trainings.
  • Manages and updates FIGR’s Compensation Plan and Policy.
  • Directs the periodic review, revision, and general maintenance of position classifications, salary grades and salary ranges, working collaboratively to determine implementation and sustainability plans for modifications.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides daily supervision and oversight of the Human Resources staff.
  • Coaches, develops, and evaluates the performance of the Human Resources staff.
  • Provides training for the Human Resources staff, including but not limited to the completion of staff performance evaluations.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

  • A combination of experience and education may be acceptable.
  • Ten (10) years of Human Resources experience at an executive level.
  • Five (5) years of direct management/supervisory experience.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, business administration, or equivalent related field.
  •  Current THRP Certification or must obtain before 12 months of employment.

Licensure/Certification:

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field.
  • Human Resources management/supervisory experience for a tribal government.
  • THRP, SPHR, SHRM-CP, and/or SHRM-SCP Certification

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and schedules.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement and possess problem-solving skills involving variables in standardized situations and the ability to make decisions that are varied, and, in many cases, when there is no precedent to draw upon.
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with employees at all levels throughout an organization and to lead, create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion, particularly regarding sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively when in high-pressure situations and under deadlines.
  • Ability to delegate and conduct oversight appropriately to ensure timely completion of all required tasks and projects.
  • Ability to understand complex financial requirements and policies, including coordination of annual budget process.
  • Ability to work with tribal budget stakeholders at all levels (e.g., Finance Department Staff, Program Managers, Department Managers/Directors, Tribal Council, etc.)
  • Ability to master and effectively use the database and software systems used at FIGR.
  • Ability to adhere to the highest level of professional ethical standards.
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of and ability to manage organizational structures and adherence to chains of command.
  • Demonstrate advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, with the ability to monitor own work to ensure quality.
  • Demonstrate a record of satisfactory performance in all prior employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous employers.
  • Demonstrate strong cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively within a Native American tribal government environment.
  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Successful clearance of all pre-employment testing, background, and credit checks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate.  Early morning, evening, and/or weekend work may be required. Limited overnight travel may be required from time to time.

TRIBAL AND INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria is a federally recognized Indian Tribe, and, pursuant to its Indian Preference Statute, gives preference in hiring in the following order of priority: (1) Citizens of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, (2) Native Americans who are members of or affiliated with a California Indian Tribe with ties to Marin and Sonoma Counties, (3) Native Americans who are members of or affiliated with any other California Indian Tribe, and (4) other Native Americans who are members of a Federally Recognized Indian Tribe.

Aside from employment preference as provided in this section, the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, age, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, medical disability, or political affiliation.

OTHER

Confidentiality:  All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.

Background Investigation:  This position is subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check, and may be subject to a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, this position is subject to a background check to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

Drug and Alcohol Screening: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening prior to beginning employment and will be subject to reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Disclaimer: The information IN this JOB description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees HIRED FOR this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees HIRED FOR this position. Employees may be asked to perform other duties as needed.

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