This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Western Region in Phoenix, Arizona. The incumbent will be responsible for representing the BIA in its interaction with Tribal, state and local governments, and other Federal agencies, as well as the application and implementation of overall policies and programs by local agencies.

Duties

Responsible for day-to-day operations of Indian Services and Administrative programs concerning community, transportation and self-determination services. Maintain working relationships with Tribal councils, Native American leaders and organizations to learn their opinions and understand their attitudes on reservation or Alaska Native matters of importance. Responsible for review and appraisal of the various programs and activities within Indian Services that make up the total comprehensive trust program within the Region?s jurisdiction. Administer the development, planning, and formulation of overall policies and procedures for the effective operation of Indian Services programs. Provide position direction and implementation of departmental Equal Employment Opportunity objectives, and foster merit-based practices in the recruitment, selection appointment, training, and recognition processes.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Indian Preference applies
• You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit
• You may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
• Incumbent is required to operate a government motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record within the 3 year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607.
• Will be required to file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report Form in accordance with 5 CFR Part 2634, Subpart I.

Qualifications

GS-15 Minimum Qualifications: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include: working with Tribal councils and Tribal leaders to uphold and discharge the trust responsibilities of the Interior through public laws and regulatory requirements concerning Indian Services, Tribal government, human services, Individual Indian Money restricted account review, transportation, self-determination services and environmental and cultural services; and overseeing all administrative functions of an organization including budget, finance/accounting, property, acquisitions, safety and facilities management. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472). Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.

Education

There is no educational requirement, and there is no educational substitute for the specialized experience required for this position.

Contacts

• Address BIA Center for Recruitment Rocky Mountain Regional BIA Center for Recruitment Rocky Mountain Regional 2021 4th Avenue North Billings, MT 59101 US
• Name: Tim Burden
• Phone: 602-241-4560
• Email: [email protected]