GENERAL PURPOSE

This is a key management position responsible for effective administration of the Health and Human Service Department. Directs, coordinates and integrates multiple health care programs and corresponding delivery systems with a service population of approximately 7500 eligible patients. Provides administrative direction, supervision and evaluations, assuring efficiency of operations, effective management and quality service delivery.

SUPERVISION

The THHS Director is supervised and evaluated by the Executive Director. Receives general supervision and is accountable to the Fort Hall Business Council (FHBC).

This position supervises and evaluates THHS program managers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for proper and accountable administration of multiple health care programs including, but not limited to:

Community Health Representatives (CHR), Community Health Nursing; Counseling and Family Services; Health Education, Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Tribal Chemical Dependency (TCDP), Social Services, Community Nursing, Contract Health, and on site clinics.

Utilizes professional expertise to interface with the Tribal Planning Department, Indian Health Service, local health care agencies, community, and national resources to improve and enhance health care delivery systems serving the Fort Hall Reservation.

Implements health care plans, goals and objectives in accordance with Tribal Health Board directives, including but not limited to, meeting quality assurance standards for accreditation, professional credentials, staff training and program development.

Conducts regular meetings with department managers, IHS Service Unit Director and staff. Maintains up-to-date on pertinent information & legislation (i.e. Health & Welfare Reform), to keep program personnel, FHBC and Boards informed of concerns and impending issues relevant to health care.

Identifies and pursues local, state and/or federal resources for development of services through tribal priority. Keeps abreast of Indian Health Legislation, needs, problems and services at the local, regional, state and federal levels. Prepares and/or makes periodic progress reports to the Tribal Health Board and FHBC.

Attends and represents tribal health care interests at local, district, state and national meetings and/or advisory boards as delegated by the Tribal Health Board and/or FHBC.

Motivates department personnel and peers toward future goals. Monitors and evaluates program performance and accomplishments; assesses overall effectiveness and efficiency and provides appropriate incentives, guidance and/or takes corrective actions.

Interfaces with grant agency and tribal management system personnel to assure programs are managed in compliance with applicable regulations and Tribal Management System Policies and Operating Procedures governing Personnel, Finance, Contracting, Administration, Records, Facilities and Property. Takes corrective action when fiscal, contracting, human resource or other administrative problems are identified.

Models high standards of honesty and integrity in all matters relating to employment with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes; and as a condition of employment conducts self both on and off the job in a manner that brings credit to the tribal government.

Demonstrates successful competencies in the following job specific functions:

Program planning and evaluation, communication, leadership, problem solving, interpersonal relations, fiscal management, human resource management and team building.

Duties and responsibilities will include other activities and areas as needed to carry out the position functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Masters Degree in Health Administration or related Allied Health Field with relevant professional licensure/certification and three years experience overseeing a comparable health care delivery system.

Doctoral Degree, licensure and three years experience, preferred.

Experience with increasing responsibility in planning, management, leadership, operation and evaluation and administration of a comprehensive health program.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.

Experience in program planning, budgeting and administration of Federal Grants and Contracts.

Must demonstrate technical competence with health care industry laws, regulations, policy and related subject matter consistent with membership in professional organizations.

Must have respect and sensitivity to American Indian cultures and a sincere interest in working with American Indians.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

Must demonstrate suitability for employment through character and criminal background checks.

Career Status is contingent upon background check results and successful probationary evaluation.

Qualified Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Member/Indian and Veterans preference will apply in compliance with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 1260.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION CRITERIA

Instructions: You must turn in all supporting documents to be eligible for this position you are applying for.

When the position qualifications requires a driver’s license, education, or professional credentials, the applicant must submit copies of certificates, licenses, degrees and other supporting documentation. Applicants who do not provide supporting documents will be disqualified.

Applicants not living in the local area may submit a cover letter, resume and supporting documents I lieu of an application as an initial statement of interest for a particular job announcement. However, the applicant must follow-with an official tribal application.

Telephone calls are not accepted in place of an employment application or letter of interest.

Applicants who have a current application on file are required to submit a letter of interest for each position in which they want to be considered for. The letter should address how they meet each qualification. Supporting documents must also be submitted.

Veterans who have met the minimum qualifications and who provide documentation of an honorable discharge (DD 214) from any branch of military service are entitled to receive preference points during the interview process.

To verify Indian Preference Shoshone-Bannock Tribal member applicants must provide a copy of their tribal enrollment card. Non-enrolled members and other Indian tribal members must provide a Certificate of Indian Blood from their tribal enrollment office or from the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Pre-employment applicants being considered for employment or a political appointment, must submit to an alcohol and drug screening prior to being hired or appointed. Refusal to take the test will render the applicant ineligible for employment or political appointment with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribe. Applicants who test positive for alcohol or banned drugs will not be hired and will be ineligible for any type of employment with the Tribal Government for 90 days thereafter per the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Substance Abuse Policy, Resolution PRSL-98-0405.

A completed Tribal Employment application must be submitted to the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, Personnel Department, P.O. Box 306, Fort Hall, Idaho 83203, to be considered for any position within the organization. Applications are accepted until 5:00 P.M. on the closing date.

TEMPORARY POSTIONS-Maintenance, Secretarial, Laborer & Child Care. If you are interested, make sure you have a current application and to ensure the Temporary is current, job seekers must update their sign-in sheet every 30 days. Also, a drug & alcohol testing is required to be considered for a temporary position.

How to apply: A COMPLETE Tribal Employment Application and ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS must be submitted to the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Personnel Department to be considered for any position within the organization. Qualified Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Member/Indian Preference will apply in compliance with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Personnel, Policies & Procedures Manual. Applications are accepted until 5:00 PM on the closing date. Any questions about current applications or process contact Chris Osborne, Recruitment Representative at 208-478-3857.