Executive Director of Tribal Administration & Services

Ponca City Development Authority; Kaw City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaw Nation seeks an Executive Director to serve as the senior administrative leader reporting to the Tribal Chair. The role translates policy into effective operations, manages budgets, and improves services for tribal citizens while upholding sovereignty and cultural values.

Responsibilities include leading Administrative Services, coordinating with health, education, housing, and other programs, and ensuring delivery of timely, compliant services in a complex government setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field; 5+ years of progressively responsible management experience, including supervising multiple departments and budgets.
• Knowledge of tribal governance, sovereignty, and government‑to‑government relations.
• Experience budgeting, financial oversight, program administration, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Kaw Nation administrative operations and assigned departments, ensuring timely, compliant service delivery.
• Develop and execute annual administrative work plan aligned with strategic priorities and budget.
• Oversee capital and operational projects, procurement, and internal controls; ensure audits and reports are completed.
• Provide information to the Tribal Chair and Council; support policy implementation and governance processes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration

Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

Kaw Nation seeks an Executive Director to serve as the senior administrative leader reporting to the Tribal Chair. The role translates policy into effective operations, manages budgets, and improves services for tribal citizens while upholding sovereignty and cultural values.

Responsibilities include leading Administrative Services, coordinating with health, education, housing, and other programs, and ensuring delivery of timely, compliant services in a complex government setting.