Executive Director

Job Description

Job Description

The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations and

management of the UPTHA which provides housing services to Paiute Indian Tribe

of Utah (PITU) Tribal members and other Federally Recognized Tribal Native

American Indian families within the five county service areas (Iron, Beaver,

Millard, Sevier, and Washington counties). In addition, the Executive Director

enforces UPTHA policies and procedures in accordance with Native American

Housing Assistance & Self-Determination Act of 1996 NAHASDA and the Utah

State Charter. Supervises employees and resources consistent with UPTHA

policies. Plans and coordinates housing related activities with Federal and State

Agencies.

Essential Job Functions:

• The Executive Director is responsible for all of the UPTHA program functions as well as other duties and responsibilities assigned by the UPTHA Board of Commissioners.
• Acts as the professional advisor for the UPTHA Board of Commissioners.
• Prepares agendas for the Board of Commissioners and attends their meetings.
• Represents the UPTHA before tribal and other governmental agencies.
• Ensures agency compliance with Tribal, Federal, State laws & local ordinances as applicable.
• Administers programs in accordance with contract guidelines, policies and applicable local, State and Federal laws.
• Ensures administrative records, including by-laws, policy and procedure manuals, contracts and credentialing processes are kept up-to-date and are easily accessible.
• Formulates plans, procedures and controls, manages budgets, controls labor and expenses and reviews/updates the Board of Commissioners.
• Adheres to policies that govern UPTHA.
• Interprets laws, rules, and regulations relative to enhancing housing for Native Americans; to formulate, plans, procedures and controls.
• Identifies and assesses UPTHA needs in the development and submission of the Annual Performance Report (APR) and Indian Housing Plan (IHP) to the Board of Commissioners, Tribal Council and HUD.
• Maintains accounts for financial activities of the UPTHA, submits all required financial reports, approves all disbursement and co-signs all checks for disbursement, approves and submits requests through LOCCS system for funding to HUD and supervises the investment of UPTHA funds.
• Reviews grant opportunities that can support or expand UPTHA services and maintains UPTHA in a changing environment.
• Monitors and reviews contract and grant performance to ensure compliance.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

MISSION STATEMENT:
“To efficiently provide quality rental housing and inclusive services and programs for eligible Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah families and other federally recognizes tribal members of Southern Utah. To work diligently utilizing all available resources to strengthen the Paiute community specifically aimed at self-sufficiency and opportunities for homeowners.”

Company Description

MISSION STATEMENT:\r\n“To efficiently provide quality rental housing and inclusive services and programs for eligible Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah families and other federally recognizes tribal members of Southern Utah. To work diligently utilizing all available resources to strengthen the Paiute community specifically aimed at self-sufficiency and opportunities for homeowners.”