Supervises fewer than ten employees.

Assesses sites and departmental functions to monitor effectiveness and make recommendations regarding curtailment, extension, modification or initiation of services.

Develops, plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the activities the Native TANF program that address the needs of the communities served, including, but not limited to: youth focused family and community prevention and diversion programs such as: substance abuse prevention, parenting, and referral to other programs, professionals, agencies for those with more serious or crisis needs; Adult, Vocational and other education services to develop client job skills; Job readiness skill development and job placement; life skills programs; and Issuance of temporary assistance funds.

Trains, supervises and evaluates all subordinate site staff.

Coordinates with regional program specialists to ensure continuity of programs and goals.

Prepares, monitors and administers site budgets, and reports as directed by the Regional Manager.

Promotes Washoe Native TANF program through ongoing interaction and collaboration with other Tribal and community based organizations while fostering awareness of Washoe Native TANF programs for the general public.

Reviews cases with staff for eligibility and compliance.

Prepares reports for the program as needed.

Acts as a liaison with other agencies for referrals.

Assists in the development of program policy and procedures, training and program implementation.

Plans and implements effective outreach in the development of case load and public awareness of Native TANF program services.

Assists in facilitating dispute resolution.

Researches, outlines and recommends proposals for contract development.

Interviews and recommends new hires.

Assists with duties of subordinates as needed.

Hosts regular staff meetings to ensure communication among personnel regarding program-related activities.

Performs other duties as required

Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.

Knowledge of administrative and project management.

Knowledge of records management procedures.

Knowledge of the development, preparation, and control of budgets.

Knowledge of managerial and statistical analysis techniques and reporting procedures.

Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.

Knowledge of the general goals and purpose of the Washoe Native TANF program and the services to be provided.

Ability to motivate others to participate in athletic and recreational activities.

Ability to communicate effectively in the English, both verbally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.

Ability to work with people from diverse cultures, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge of Indian community and sensitivity to Indian needs.

Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.

Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.

Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.

Ability to prepare accurate, complete, and legible reports.

Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, requirements, ordinances, and legislation.

Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).

Skill in training staff.

Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.

Skill in preparation of project time lines and staffing plans.

Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level.