Environmental Trust Program Lead - Policy & Compliance

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical

Dental

Vision

Life

401k with employer contributions

Disability insurance for full-time

Job summary

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation seeks an Environmental Trust Program Manager to lead policy implementation across the Reservation, including air, water, soil, waste, and water rights.

The role requires advanced environmental policy knowledge, strong leadership, and experience in intergovernmental negotiation with federal, state, tribal, and international bodies. Exempt, full-time position based in Nespelem, WA.

Qualifications

• Masters or equivalent with four years of progressive professional experience in environmental program management or planning.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and tribal environmental statutes and grant administration.
• Experience with policy development, budgeting, and intergovernmental relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive direction for the Environmental Trust Program and policy implementation across the Reservation.
• Advise tribal leadership and agencies on environmental policy, enforcement, and resource management.
• Represent the tribe in intergovernmental forums and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Environmental policy

Regulatory enforcement

Intergovernmental negotiation

Strategic leadership

Water law (tribal/international)

Education

Master's degree in environmental science or related field

Bachelor's degree + 6–9 years in environmental program management

Job description

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation seeks an Environmental Trust Program Manager to lead policy implementation across the Reservation, including air, water, soil, waste, and water rights.

The role requires advanced environmental policy knowledge, strong leadership, and experience in intergovernmental negotiation with federal, state, tribal, and international bodies. Exempt, full-time position based in Nespelem, WA.