Assistant Tribal Administrator

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin; Keshena (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin is seeking an Assistant Tribal Administrator to support the Tribal Administrator in daily operations from our on-site office in Keshena, WI. The role involves coordinating departmental activities, preparing reports, monitoring program performance, drafting correspondence, and assisting with budget and grant administration.

The successful candidate will work closely with tribal leadership, department managers, and community stakeholders to ensure alignment

Qualifications

• Ability to support administrative operations, including scheduling, documentation, and coordination of tribal government activities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to assist with project tracking, program implementation, and reporting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for drafting correspondence, preparing reports, and interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• Capacity to analyze information, interpret policies, and contribute to sound decision-making and problem resolution.
• Experience or education in public administration, business, tribal governance, or a related field is highly beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively with tribal leadership and departments while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Comfort working in an on-site environment in Keshena, WI, with an understanding or willingness to learn about Menominee culture and governance.
• Proficiency with office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email) and general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating departmental activities and preparing reports.
• Monitor program performance to ensure alignment with tribal policies and strategic priorities.
• Draft correspondence and support budget and grant administration.
• Help implement policies and procedures and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with tribal leadership, department managers, and community stakeholders to facilitate communication and problem-solving.

Skills

Administrative support

Scheduling & coordination

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Policy analysis/interpretation

Public administration background

Collaboration & confidentiality

On-site readiness in Keshena

Education

Public administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin is a sovereign tribal nation with more than 8,500 members worldwide. The Tribe's homeland is the Menominee Reservation in Northeast Wisconsin, which shares nearly congruent geopolitical boundaries with Menominee County and spans approximately 235,523 acres of forested land and community spaces. Tribal government and services are focused on sustaining the Tribe's cultural heritage, natural resources, and community well-being. Prospective team members can expect to work within a mission-driven environment that values respect, collaboration, and service to tribal members.

Role Description

The Assistant Tribal Administrator is a full-time, on-site role based in Keshena, WI, supporting the Tribal Administrator in the daily operations of the tribal government. This position assists with coordinating departmental activities, preparing reports, and monitoring program performance to ensure alignment with tribal policies and strategic priorities. The role includes drafting correspondence, supporting budget and grant administration, and helping to implement policies and procedures. The Assistant Tribal Administrator works closely with tribal leadership, department managers, and community stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and problem-solving. This role may also support special projects, attend meetings, and help maintain compliance with applicable tribal, federal, and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Ability to support administrative operations, including scheduling, documentation, and coordination of tribal government activities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to assist with project tracking, program implementation, and reporting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for drafting correspondence, preparing reports, and interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• Capacity to analyze information, interpret policies, and contribute to sound decision-making and problem resolution.
• Experience or education in public administration, business, tribal governance, or a related field is highly beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively with tribal leadership and departments while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Comfort working in an on-site environment in Keshena, WI, with an understanding or willingness to learn about Menominee culture and governance.
• Proficiency with office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email) and general office equipment.