Director, Water Resources Programs

Tohono O'odham Nation; Sells (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tohono O'odham Nation seeks a senior administrator to support the Water Resources Department in Sells, AZ. You will plan, organize, direct and coordinate administrative and operational functions to ensure efficient delivery of services.

The role emphasizes program management, policy development, and coordination with other government units, requiring supervisory experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Management or Business Administration with 4+ years in program administration.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Improve staff effectiveness through coaching, counseling, training and performance management.
• Establish objectives and programs with program managers, including an Emergency Water Remediation Plan.
• Achieve financial objectives by monitoring accounting, procurement and contracting.
• Assist in implementing a Nation-wide management and protection plan and SAWRSA codes.
• Prepare plans for development, management, and use of SAWRSA water.
• Coordinate data collection, water sampling, research and investigations on water quality and quantity.
• Develop policies and procedures to promote sound fiscal management.
• Represent the Water Resources Department with other government units and outside agencies.
• Administer and monitor HR and safety functions; plan and direct training.
• Develop work programs to meet the Nation's needs and evaluate service levels.
• Coordinate evaluation and reporting activities for programs; provide summaries to the Director.
• Perform other duties and contribute to team efforts.

Skills

Staff supervision

Policy development

Communication

Data analysis

Project planning

Budgeting / financial management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Water Resources Management

Business Administration

Tools

MS Word

Spreadsheets (Excel)

Databases

Job description

Tohono O'odham Nation seeks a senior administrator to support the Water Resources Department in Sells, AZ. You will plan, organize, direct and coordinate administrative and operational functions to ensure efficient delivery of services.

The role emphasizes program management, policy development, and coordination with other government units, requiring supervisory experience and strong communication skills.