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

Provides leadership for all Regional Trust programs to foster the effective conservation and utilization of all Indian resources. Maintains 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 Trust Services that make up the total comprehensive trust program within the Regions jurisdiction. Administers the development, planning, and formulation of overall policies and procedures for the effective operation of Trust Services programs and development of standards. Provides position direction and implementation of departmental Equal Employment Opportunity objectives and fosters merit-based practices in the recruitment, selection appointment, training, and recognition processes.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472). Form BIA -4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.
• 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.
• All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2024 Salary Tables and select the pay chart for Phoenix, AZ . If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart.
• TELEWORK: Indian Affairs has determined that the duties of the position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
• NOTE: THE PAY FLEXIBILITIES OF A RECRUITMENT BONUS OR RELOCATION BONUS OR STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT MAY BE AUTHORIZED, PENDING AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS AND MANAGEMENT APPROVAL.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions). 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 natural resources, forestry and fire, and real estate services to include land consolidation, probates, minerals, lease compliance, and acquisition and disposals; & managing and coordinating activities of BIA trust programs to ensure that all program elements responsible for disbursing Federal funds or managing Federal trust property adhere to applicable statues, codes, treasury regulations, departmental policies, and BIA policies. 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.

Education

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: Cyndi Shields
• Phone: 4062477956
• Email: [email protected]