Program and Tribal Relations Coordinator

South Dakota Board of Regents; Brookings (SD); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota State University is currently seeking a Program and Tribal Relations Coordinator. In this position you will help support student success and be a collaborative team player. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. It is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, American Indian and Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences to include Psychology, or Sociology, History, Training and Development, Curriculum Design or a related field completed by start date.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate programming that supports student success, belonging, and engagement, with a focus on strengthening relationships with Tribal Nations and advancing institutional support for Indigenous students, staff, and faculty.

Skills

Tribal relations

Program management

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Bachelor’s degree in American Indian and Indigenous Studies

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences ( Psychology, Sociology )

Job description

Program and Tribal Relations Coordinator

Working Title Program and Tribal Relations Coordinator

Posting Number

Posting Number NFE03184P

Department

Department SDSU-Academic Affairs

Physical Location of Position (City)

Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings

Posting Text

South Dakota State University is currently seeking a Program and Tribal Relations Coordinator. In this position you will help support student success and be a collaborative team player. This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and coordinate programming that supports student success, belonging, and engagement, with a focus on strengthening relationships with Tribal Nations and advancing institutional support for Indigenous students, staff, and faculty.

BENEFITS

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, American Indian and Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences to include Psychology, or Sociology, History, Training and Development, Curriculum Design or a related field completed by start date


• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experiential knowledge of tribal language, culture, and lifeways


• Experience working with tribal communities


• Demonstrated experience in program management or program evaluation

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/27/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 09/10/2026

Open Until Filled No

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary

Advertised Salary The minimum starting salary is $51,063 commensurate with experience.

Duration of the Term

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Regular

Faculty Status

Faculty Status No

Scope of Search

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU , Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Keely Eagleshield at [e-mail].

Cognitive Requirements

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Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Describe any of the conditions selected

Employee will work in close proximity to a facility with stairs and elevator. However, some work will occur in other facilities on campus, off campus, and out of the area. The employee will engage in program set-up and clean-up including but not limited to tasks such as: carrying and stacking chairs; loading, unloading, setting-up and taking down supplies; giving campus tours; typing at standing or sitting desk; attending meetings with individuals and groups; and driving to off-site meetings and conferences.

Sensory Requirements

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Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Extreme Cold, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working on campus where walking between buildings is necessary including during the winter months, all employees should expect extreme cold, extreme weather, and walking or standing on wood, metal or concrete.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.