Water Resources Director: Tribal Sovereignty & Growth

Moapa Band of Paiutes; Nevada (IA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 135.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Moapa Band of Paiutes is seeking a Natural Resources Director to lead strategic planning, coordination, and implementation of water rights utilization and protection. You will serve as the liaison among Tribal Council, Tribal Administrator, legal counsel, engineers, consultants, and external agencies to safeguard tribal water resources and support sovereignty-based development.

The role emphasizes proactive project development, regulatory compliance, and long-range planning to sustain resources

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Engineering, Law, Planning, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in natural resources, water management, project management, tribal governance, or public sector.
• Demonstrated experience working with Tribal governments, water rights, or complex regulatory structure.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the development and execution of short- and long-term plans for the use, storage, conservation, and development of Tribal water resources.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, infrastructure planning, and project development related to water usage.
• Track water allocations, usage metrics, deadlines, and compliance reporting.
• Oversee or coordinate efforts related to other natural resources as assigned (e.g., land use, environmental protection).
• Develop project timelines, scopes of work, and progress reports for Tribal Council.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for Tribal Council and the Tribal leadership.

Conocimientos

Project management

Communication

Tribal governance

Strategic planning

Environmental policy

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources Management

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Descripción del empleo

Moapa Band of Paiutes is seeking a Natural Resources Director to lead strategic planning, coordination, and implementation of water rights utilization and protection. You will serve as the liaison among Tribal Council, Tribal Administrator, legal counsel, engineers, consultants, and external agencies to safeguard tribal water resources and support sovereignty-based development.

The role emphasizes proactive project development, regulatory compliance, and long-range planning to sustain resources