Director of Tribal Enterprise

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Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)


Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Associate Director IFAI

Department's Website:

https://www.indigenousfoodandag.com/

Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas Director of Tribal Enterprise for the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative located within the School of Law is a member of the IFAI Team. The position is responsible for participating in developing, executing, and maintaining a comprehensive portfolio of programmatic development opportunities and training in areas including but not limited to food safety, agricultural economic development, regulatory and code development related to tribal agricultural endeavors, governance, operational consultation and advice, and federal, public and private resources. The Director of Tribal Enterprise will be working directly with Tribal governments and Tribal organizations providing consultation, support, compliance, and capacity development regarding Tribal agribusiness enterprises. The Director of Tribal Enterprise Specialist will supervise the Tribal Enterprise Team including Tribal Enterprise Specialists, Food Safety Specialists and other staff on the team, ensuring the provisions of food safety trainings and outreach efforts for Tribal enterprises and Tribal producers, groups and organizations. Outreach work performed by this position will also include activities to increase the visibility and profile of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative’s major national initiatives. This position reports to and is evaluated by the Associate Director of the Initiative and works in collaboration with colleagues throughout the campus. This position may be required to travel long distances by air or vehicle on behalf of the Initiative for various events.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position is eligible for remote work.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education or international equivalent

• At least two years of Agriculture or Business experience

• At least two years of experience working with Tribal Governments and/or Organizations

• Experience with advising and consulting with Native American populations

• Experience with legal and regulatory policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school or international law degree

• At least five years of government and/or agriculture enterprise experience

• At least five years of experience working with Tribes

• Previous experience serving American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian governments and communities on complex issues related to agriculture and food, rural economic development, business development and related areas central to the sustainable economic development

• Willingness to work as part of a complex team of professionals on issues related to supporting of Native farmers and ranchers

• Experience in assisting with Native American organizations, tribal governments, and inter-­tribal organizations and providing tribal governments with advice on complex issues

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding and demonstrated experience working with agriculture and economic development issues affecting Native populations

• Working knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Strong problem­ solving skills with the ability to identify and evaluate problems, as well as devise effective solutions with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to set priorities meet deadlines and manage workload

• Demonstrated ability to handle complex matters related to tribal governance structures and enterprise development issues, interface with the public on complex matters, and seek answers and solutions to complex matters.

• Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking skills to find solutions to complex issues facing Native communities

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues

• Ability to speak effectively one­-on-­one, in small groups or in large groups

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Brenton Jones, Budget Director, [email protected] or 479.575.3227

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving

Benefits Eligible:
Yes