National NAGPRA Program Lead & Policy Expert

U.S. Department of the Interior; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Program Manager for the NAGPRA program under the National NAGPRA Program. The role shapes national policy, leads compliance efforts, and coordinates with federal agencies, tribes, and stakeholders.

The incumbent directs staff, manages resources, and serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on NAGPRA matters. Occasional travel is required for meetings and site visits.

Qualifications

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and cannot substitute education for experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and able to pass a background investigation.
• Selective Service registration may apply for certain candidates.
• Direct Deposit is required and you must pass E-Verify.
• A 1-year probationary period is required upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides national leadership and oversight for NAGPRA program implementation.
• Oversees inventories, summaries, Federal Register notices, reports and other products.
• Acts as principal technical authority on NAGPRA to federal agencies and tribes.
• Interprets statutes and develops policy and regulatory guidance.
• Advises senior leadership on NAGPRA compliance and determinations.
• Designated Federal Officer for the NAGPRA Review Committee; directs operations and reporting.
• Supervises staff, manages budgets, and guides performance and training.
• Builds relationships with federal officials, tribes, museums, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

NAGPRA expertise

Regulatory interpretation

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Program Manager for the NAGPRA program under the National NAGPRA Program. The role shapes national policy, leads compliance efforts, and coordinates with federal agencies, tribes, and stakeholders.

The incumbent directs staff, manages resources, and serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on NAGPRA matters. Occasional travel is required for meetings and site visits.