GLT - Chief Operations Officer

Gun-Lake-Tribe; Shelbyville (MI); On-site; USD 171,000 - 464,000; Full time

Job summary

Gun Lake Tribe is seeking a Chief Operations Officer to translate Tribal Council priorities into coordinated operational plans and to lead Government Administration. The role requires executive leadership across multiple agencies, analytics, compliance with tribal and federal laws, and strong change management.

You will guide strategic planning, drive operational initiatives, and ensure fiscal accountability while aligning leadership around measurable outcomes and reporting expectations to the

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Business Administration or Public Administration; 5+ years senior executive-level experience, including 3+ years at the director level.
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years senior executive-level experience, including 5+ years at the director level.
• Proven ability to mentor and manage large, cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
• Experience with project management methodologies/tools and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and guidance to the leadership team for areas of direct supervision and other Tribal entities as the Tribal Council deems appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Executive Management team to develop strategic plans, policies, and best practices in labor relations, personnel management, and fiscal accountability.
• Translate strategic and tactical plans into operational plans with defined owners, timelines, and performance measures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Tribal and federal laws and reporting requirements.

Skills

Executive leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Graduate degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Job description

Job Title: Chief Operations OfficerDepartment: Tribal GovernmentReports to: Gun Lake Tribal CouncilLocation: Administration BuildingStatus/Level: Executive (EX)/ Full TimeWage: $171,199-$297,956-$463,567SUMMARYThe Chief Operations Officer (COO) translates Tribal Council priorities into coordinated operational plans for Tribal Government. Acting within authority delegated by Tribal Council, the COO leads Government Administration, aligns leadership around measurable outcomes, and represents the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Tribal Government with local, state, and federal agencies. The COO also facilitates strategic planning, operational initiatives, change management, operational and cultural stewardship as directed by Tribal Council.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:Government Operations:Provide overall leadership and guidance to the leadership team for areas of direct supervision and other Tribal entities as the Tribal Council deems appropriate,Collaborate with the Executive Management team to develop strategic plans, sound policies, and best practices in the area of labor relations and personnel management, operational oversight, and fiscal accountabilityProvide analytics for the Tribal Council and the Government Leadership team, to capitalize on initiatives that will improve efficiency and performanceExpand data mining across entities to reflect insights from internal and external sources, to ensure decisions are well grounded in dataLead compliance efforts with all applicable Tribal or federal laws, regulation or policy within direct areas of oversight and at the direction of CouncilInitiate policy and procedure, or re-engineer processes to ensure the conservation of tribal financial and personnel resources while enhancing overall performanceTranslate strategic and tactical business plans into operational plans with defined owners, timelines, performance measures, and reporting expectations for all assigned areas and staff.Evaluate and advise Tribal Council and Government Leadership team on the impact of long-range planning, of new programs/strategies and regulatory actions, as those items develop or influence Tribal Government and enterprisesContinually assess the competitiveness of all programs and practices against the relevant comparable companies, industries, and marketsAdminister management, oversight, and employee relations in a manner consistent with the traditional value system of the Gun Lake PottawatomiFISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide leadership in developing and evaluating short- and long-term financial objectives and report performance, risks, and recommended actions to Tribal Council.Correlate operational and financial data to ensure the financial impacts of decisions are reported.Assist in negotiating directly with BIA, IHS and other funding agencies as directed by CouncilEnsure compliance with AFA agreements and grant funding agency requirements in the delivery of servicesPartner with CFOENTERPRISE RESPONSIBILITIES:As directed by Tribal Council, provide strategic oversight of designated Tribal Government and enterprise functions, services, and activities to advance approved goals, strengthen coordination, and support sustainable growth.Partner with the CHRO/CIO/CFO and appropriate enterprise leaders to address executive performance matters and support the attraction and recruitment of executive talent, consistent with delegated authority and established governance processes.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Participate in Tribal Citizen activities and other Tribally sponsored events that support Tribal sovereignty, culture, and customsAs directed by Tribal Council, carry out delegated management and oversight responsibilities for designated Tribal Government and enterprise functions within the authority defined by Tribal Council.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESExcellent negotiation and facilitation skillsAbility to mentor and develop administration and director level staffStrong background in public relations, interpersonal communication, and supervisionStrong problem-solving skills and evaluation abilitiesStrong knowledge of modern principles, methods, and techniques of administration and program planningAbility to read, analyze and interpret various reports and documents, including financial records and legal information. Must have knowledge of grants and the grant writing process including grant writing, grant funding, grant report writing, and grant evaluationKnowledge of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Indian Health Services, and other state/federal funding agenciesAbility to think critically and strategically and function both independently and as part of a teamAbility to maintain accurate records and prepare executive-level reports, correspondence, and other written materials with professionalism and proficiency.Must possess excellent written, analytical and oral communication skillsMust have outstanding leadership and management skillsExercise initiative, good judgment, courtesy and discretion in all interactionsAbility to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional mannerMaintain the highest standard of confidentiality in all areas as requiredMust be highly ethical and possess a high level of integrityAbility to meet and communicate effectively with people and maintain favorable working relationshipsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork is typically performed in an office environment; however, work may be conducted in the casino, which may be unusually hot, cold, and noisy, and may contain second-hand smokeRequires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbolsManual dexterity to operate job-related equipmentPerformance of job duties will require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and graspingCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTMust be able to obtain and maintain a gaming licenseAbility and willingness to travel as necessary; locally and out of town, including overnight stays, to attend various conferences, training, and meetingsWill require some non-traditional hours, including working evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary to meet essential organizational management and strategic deadlinesSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESHas supervisory responsibility over executive or senior-level staff as outlined in the Gun Lake Tribe’s Organizational Chart and as assigned by the Tribal Chairperson and Tribal Council.SECURITY SENSITIVEThis position will have access to information that is security sensitive and thereby subject to additional provisions.DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation and drug/alcohol test.NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCEThe Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi recognizes Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies.ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSGraduate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, plus at least five years of senior executive-level experience, including a minimum of three years at the director level managing Government operations, or a combination thereof.Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, plus at least ten years of senior executive-level experience, including at least five years at the director level managing Government operations.Demonstrated success in mentoring and managing large, cross-functional teams and flexibility to positively influence people at a variety of levels, internally and externallyDemonstrated ability to conceptualize, launch, and deliver multiple projects on time and within budgetExperience with project management methodologies/tools and implementationDemonstrated executive leadership, interpersonal effectiveness, and communication skills, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders, communicate complex matters clearly, and influence decisions across Government and enterprise settings.Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming licenseDemonstrated knowledge of laws, codes, and agency regulations that apply to Tribal Government and Tribal enterprisesTribal experience and/or gaming operations experience preferred