Executive Director, Tribal Relations

Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Executive Director, Tribal Relations. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $14,167 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The salary range for this classification is $9,625 to $30,896 per month.

Classification

Administrator IV

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking an Executive Director, Tribal Relations to be responsible for facilitating engagement with Native American tribes and associated government entities in order to build strong Tribal partnerships, ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and conduct government to government tribal relations.

The ED Tribal Relations will lead and develop the Office of Tribal Relations, an office within the Division of External Relations and Communications.

The ED of Tribal Relations represents the Chancellor in government-to-government relationships, leads NAGPRA compliance and supports academic programs and resources in order to enhance, develop and create progressive and enriched relationships between the CSU, Chancellor’s Office and Tribal communities. Acts as the point of contact for California Indian Tribes to consult with the Chancellor of the CSU system. Serves as the primary contact and resource on all Tribal issues, providing leadership to enhance, develop and create progressive and enriched institutional partnerships and collaborations with Tribal governments and various Tribal entities. Ensures that the CSU follows state and federal laws regarding Tribal issues, including NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA.

Under the direction of the VC, and in partnership with campus and Chancellor’s Office leadership, the ED Tribal Relations will oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the CSU’s systemwide NAGPRA policy. The ED Tribal Relations will engage state government stakeholders (Governor’s Tribal Advisor, California Native American Heritage Commission, etc.), statewide tribal organizations, and Tribes directly to advance CSU-Tribal partnerships. The ED Tribal Relations will work with the Board of Trustees, Chancellor, and senior leadership across the university to develop programmatic and policy priorities to advance the CSU’s relationship with Tribes and Native American organizations in order to serve Tribal needs and the needs of Native American students.

The ED will conduct their work and represent the CSU with a deep understanding and appreciation of the unique culture and history of California Native American Tribes.

This position has the option of being located at the Chancellor’s Office in Long Beach, CA or Sacramento, CA. This position is approved for telecommuting (two days telecommuting, three days in office (in-person)) with onsite work at the main headquarters located in Long Beach, CA or Sacramento, CA.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Vice Chancellor, External Relations and Communications, the Executive Director, Tribal Relations will:

-Develop the Office of Tribal Relations, in partnership with the VC, and provide leadership and strategic direction for the Tribal Relations team/office.

-Provide advice, counsel and updates to system leaders regarding Native American Tribal issues, as well as governmental and political issues related to Native American issues.

-Develop and recommend integrated strategies and tactics to achieve short and long-term system goals and objectives related to Tribal matters.

-Lead collaborative efforts with various departments within the Chancellor’s Office and campuses to support Tribal relationships and partnerships.

-Cultivate relationships with Tribal leaders and Native American organizations to achieve goals and objectives. 

-Build and sustain relationships between the Chancellor’s Office and with the California Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) and key governmental leaders associated with Tribal issues (i.e. the Governor’s Tribal advisor, s