Administration - Tribal Community Wellness and Social Services Division Manager

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treat Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.


Open: July 28, 2026 Close: When Filled
Job Title: Tribal Community Wellness and Social Services Division Manager Department: Administration
Reports To: Administrative Manager Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 936

*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.

Position Summary:
This position defines and implements the direction, goals and objectives of the Tribal Community Wellness and Social Service Division and is responsible for the effectiveness and efficiency of department services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Establishes and promotes the mission and direction of the Tribal Community Wellness Services and Social Service Division.
2. Ensures full compliance across the Tribal Community Wellness and Social Services Departments operating within the procedures set forth in the Tribe’s Title 7 Domestic Relations Code – Child and Family Protection Code, Guardianship of Minors Code, Domestic Violence Prevention and Anti-Harassment Civil Code, Per Capita and Representative Payee Program, Vulnerable Tribal Adult Protection Code and any other applicable codes.
3. Provides administrative technical assistance, leadership, and supervision of Tribal Community Wellness and Social Service departments to assure compliance with policies and procedures.
4. Assists Directors or Programs in establishing departmental goals and objectives for the Annual Operations plan.
5. Reviews and evaluates changes in federal, state laws and tribal code that will impact the delivery of services.
6. Builds positive and effective relationships at the state and federal level and serves as an advocates for department and program services
7. Responsible for preparation, planning, and monitoring Departments budgets on a monthly basis with Department Directors.
8. Responsible for creating and ensuring compliance of Memorandum of Agreements or Understanding between Tribal Departments, the Tribe and Tribal entities, and the Tribe and local governments.
9. Maintains effective internal and external communications.
10. Provide leadership to departments to enable them to make decisions, organize, program design, prioritize and delegate tasks.
11. Facilitates Tribal Community Wellness and Social Service Division Department Director meetings regularly.
12. Notifies the Administrative Manager and Tribal Council regarding policy concerns and recommends revision and direction which may develop from community or youth issues.
13. Coordinates community and youth activities with departments and external organizations as needed.
14. Approves expenditure requests from department directors to assure compliance with all tribal, state and federal government regulations and grant restrictions.
15. Participates and monitors internal and external audits of departments and implements necessary corrective actions with departments.
16. Responsible for projects as assigned by Administrative Manager or Tribal Council.
17. Keeps current on all areas of responsibility by attending executive level meetings and attending trainings and workshops as needed.
18. Monitors and reviews community and youth programs to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
19. Ensures departments are implementing teamwork strategies to meet organizational and departmental goals.
20. Participates in the development of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians Vision, Mission, and Strategic Direction.
21. Develops and maintains ethical and professional relationships by upholding a favorable public image of the Tribe by establishing and participates in the community (civic, industry, and professional).
22. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages directors and managers within the division as assigned by the Administrative Manager. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising perform