Fisheries Policy & Government Relations Liaison

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation seeks a Governmental Relations Liaison – Fisheries Resource Management to promote Yakama Nation positions with federal, state, tribal, and NGO partners. You will manage relationships during major natural resource projects across treaty territories, including restoration and cleanup efforts.

The role emphasizes coordinating staff, educating stakeholders, presenting policy updates to Tribal Council, and traveling as needed to support regional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Environmental Resources or related field.
• Four years' professional work experience in governmental relations.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• No fish or wildlife convictions.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License with ability to obtain Tribal Driver Permit.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and develop workload with minimal supervision.
• Represent Yakama Nation on regional/national committees and boards.
• Coordinate with Fisheries and Natural Resources leadership.
• Educate and advocate Yakama Nation positions to agencies and NGOs.
• Prepare policy updates and attend technical meetings.
• Travel within treaty territories as required, with regular reporting.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Relationship building

Public speaking

Interagency collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation seeks a Governmental Relations Liaison – Fisheries Resource Management to promote Yakama Nation positions with federal, state, tribal, and NGO partners. You will manage relationships during major natural resource projects across treaty territories, including restoration and cleanup efforts.

The role emphasizes coordinating staff, educating stakeholders, presenting policy updates to Tribal Council, and traveling as needed to support regional