Tribal Self-Governance Strategist

Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Pawnee (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma is seeking a Self-Governance Coordinator to oversee planning, negotiating, and administering Tribal Self-Governance initiatives. Under the Executive Director, you will coordinate federal compact activities, funding agreements, and program expansions, aligning tribal priorities with federal requirements.

You will work with tribal leadership, finance, legal counsel, and program directors to prepare negotiation positions, analyze funding implications, monitor compliance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute per tribal policy.
• 3–5 years in Tribal government, federal programs, or related fields preferred.
• Experience with self-governance, grants, or contracts is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret laws, policies, and funding terms for governance.
• Strong written and oral communication for negotiations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Self-Governance planning, negotiations, and administration.
• Maintain records of Self-Governance agreements, deadlines, and funding docs.
• Prepare briefing materials and recommendations for leadership.
• Monitor federal laws and administrative requirements affecting Self-Governance.
• Collaborate with Finance to integrate Self-Governance funding into budgets.
• Support strategic planning to increase tribal control and service integration.
• Travel for negotiations, consultations, and trainings as needed.

Skills

Tribal government knowledge

Self-Governance understanding

Federal Indian law

Negotiation

Policy analysis

Communication

Project management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma is seeking a Self-Governance Coordinator to oversee planning, negotiating, and administering Tribal Self-Governance initiatives. Under the Executive Director, you will coordinate federal compact activities, funding agreements, and program expansions, aligning tribal priorities with federal requirements.

You will work with tribal leadership, finance, legal counsel, and program directors to prepare negotiation positions, analyze funding implications, monitor compliance,