Interested applicants should submit the following items to Sam Marquez, Chief of Staff National American Indian Housing Council 

Support the development and execution of NAIHC’s federal advocacy strategy and implementation.

Track, analyze, and summarize federal legislation, regulatory actions, and policy developments impacting Tribal housing.

Assist in drafting policy materials, including one-pagers, testimony, briefing memos, and legislative summaries.

Coordinate and support Congressional meetings, briefings, and advocacy days with Tribal leaders and partners.

Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Congressional staff, federal agencies, national housing partners, and tribal housing stakeholders.

Develop and manage advocacy communications, including action alerts, newsletters, and member updates.

Draft and edit legislative updates and advocacy content for op-eds, press releases, social media, and website updates.

Support the execution of communications campaigns to mobilize Tribal housing stakeholders and elevate NAIHC priorities.

Ensure consistency in messaging across policy and communications platforms

Support planning and execution of NAIHC’s major convenings, including the Legislative Summit, Annual Convention, and policy roundtables.

Coordinate logistics for NAIHC Legislative Committee, Congressional briefings, partner engagements, stakeholder meetings, and special events.

Assist with speaker coordination, run-of-show development, and on-site event support.

Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration of policy, communications, and events.

Collaborate with Training & Technical Assistance, Membership, and Operations teams on shared organization initiatives and priorities.

Assist in maintaining CRM systems, tracking advocacy engagement, and managing contact databases.

Contribute to internal planning and provide updates during team meetings

National American Indian Housing Council 

The National American Indian Housing Council assists Tribes and Tribal housing entities in reaching their self-determined goals of providing culturally relevant, decent, safe, sanitary, and quality affordable housing in American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities.

"To effectively and efficiently promote and support American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians in their self-determined goal to provide culturally relevant and quality affordable housing for Native people."

NAIHC is seeking a dynamic and mission driven Federal Affairs Manager to support and advance the organization’s federal advocacy, policy, and communications efforts. This is a mid-career role ideal for a professional with 4-5 years of experience in federal policy, government relations, or housing advocacy who is ready to take on increased responsibility in shaping and executing strategic initiatives. The Federal Affairs Manager plays a key role in advancing NAIHC’s legislative priorities including the NAHASDA Modernization Act, by supporting Congressional engagement, managing advocacy communications, and coordinating high-impact events and stakeholder engagements and webinars. This position works closely with the Executive Director, NAIHC’s Board of Directions, Legislative Committee and will liaison with external partners, including Tribal leaders, federal agencies, and Congressional offices

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, business administration, or a related field preferred; Master's in Public Administration or Public Policy strongly considered but not necessary.

 in federal policy, government affairs, nonprofit advocacy, or affordable housing.

Demonstrated understanding of the federal legislative process and stakeholder engagement.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex policy into clear messaging.

Experience supporting events, briefings, or stakeholder convenings.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.

Experience working with Tribal governments, Tribal housing programs, or Native organizations.

Familiarity with federal housing policy and programs (e.g., NAHASDA, HUD programs).

Experience with communications tools and platforms (e.g., Constant Contact, social media, CMS platforms).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams)

Strategic thinking and taking initiative.

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Professionalism and comfort working in high-profile federal and Tribal government environments.

Adaptability, teamwork, and solutions-oriented mindset.

Commitment to NAIHC’s mission and Tribal sovereignty.

Federal Affairs Manager 

Tasks: • Manages the Office of the Prosecutor; • Supervises, assigns and monitors staff work and provides/oversees staff training and competencies; • Ethically represents the Nation in all adult criminal, juvenile, dependency, and appeal actions; • Review police reports and determines whether and what charges should be filed; oversees charging decisions of deputy prosecutors • Prosecutes and/or oversees prosecution of all cases from charging through trial and/or appeal • Prepares, presents, and manages the department budget and monitors expenditures; • Oversees and approves purchasing and procurement for department • Oversees and monitors the compliance of any department grants • Cooperatively works with other departments and Tribal Council to achieve the Nation’s strategic goals, including participating is various committees; and • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 

Efficiently/effectively manages the daily activities of the Office of the Prosecutor with professional level legal knowledge and skill in representing the Nation’s interests in legal research, motion practice, court and jury trials and appeals.

Knowledge/Skills: • Knowledge of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation’s Constitution, Law and Order Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Tribal Case Law, Federal Criminal Code and Rules, Federal Indian Law, Indian Civil Rights Act, Indian Child Welfare Act, Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, Arizona Revised Statutes • Knowledge of Tribal Court protocol, proceedings, and practices; • Knowledge of and experience using legal research tools. • Knowledge of and compliance with of the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct • Skill in interpreting and applying complex laws, statutes, ordinances, and rules • Skill in managing a diverse case load • Skill in effectively and efficiently managing staff • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Minimum Qualifications/Education: 1) Law degree from an accredited law school and membership in good standing in the State Bar of Arizona. 2) Five years or more of experience as a practicing attorney with administrative/management and/or supervisory responsibilities. 3) Tribal or other governmental experience is desirable.

Prosecutor 

Once this position opens, it will remain open until filled. Submissions will be reviewed for prospective candidates in bi-weekly batches beginning Friday, March 20, 2026, and will continue until a candidate is selected. To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter with resume, a complete Tribal employment application, tribal enrollment documentation (if requesting Indian or tribal preference)
and three (3) letters of reference as follows:

Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe
ATTN: Human Resources Coordinator
Post Office Box 99
Hollister, NC 27844
jobs@haliwa-saponi.gov

In compliance with applicable law, regulations and policies, and under the discretion, supervision, and general direction of the Tribal Council, the Administrator shall undertake duties and responsibilities such as, but not limited to, the following:

1. Provide strategic direction and oversight to the Senior Management Team.

2. Oversee the preparation and administration of annual budgets, reports, and projects.

3. Evaluate performance, analyze, and interpret data and metrics to improve outcomes.

4. Attend required meetings and events to report upon the progress of the Tribe or its entity(ies).

5. Oversee the creation and maintenance of a centralized archive and repository for tribal government data and proprietary information.

6. Serve as an official representative to tribal, national, state, or local events, professional or civic organizations, and other entities as delegated by the Tribal Council.

7. Ensure the appropriate administration of tribal government and non-profit entity programs, services, and stewardship of the real and personal property of the Tribe.

8. Recommend the creation of laws, codes, regulations policies, procedures, and carry out processes that ensure efficient effective operational, reporting, evaluation, and compliance systems within the government of the Tribe and its entities.

9. Work cooperatively with Tribal Council committees and subordinate tribal staff, departments, and entities to direct and support a structured cohesive administration accomplishing measurable short- and long-range goals consistent with the vision of the Tribal Council.

10. Timely complete all other duties as assigned by the Tribal Council or required by applicable law within stated time parameters.

Haliwa-Saponi Tribe 

The Administrator is the chief administrative and executive operations officer of the Tribe. The Administrator is vested with the authority to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of several staff and departments of the Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe’s Government and its subordinate entities.

1. A successful candidate will possess the following preferred Qualifications:

A. Master’s Degree in Public Administration or equivalent field and five (5) or more years of successful experience as a Chief Executive Officer (or equivalent position) of a Public or Tribal Government or in a corporate structure with multiple departments and entities; or

B. Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or similar field, and ten (10) or more years of successful progressive experience working in a Public or Tribal Government managerial

or executive capacity or similar environment in a corporate structure; or

C. An acceptable combination of education and experience that, in the Tribal Council’s discretion, equates to the preferred qualifications.

A. Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, electronic and auditory; and

B. Submission to, and successful passage of, drug-testing and background check

C. Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the Tribe’s auto insurer;

D. Have considerable working knowledge of United States federal and other laws impacting American Indian tribal nations; and

E. Have strong working knowledge of government accounting, generally accepted accounting principles, and sound financial and audit practices; and

F. Have strong authoritative managerial and organizational management skills that inspire respect amongst colleagues and a positive team atmosphere; and

G. Have excellent working knowledge of computers and common software programs such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and financial software.

H. An official completed Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe employment application and verification documents (transcript(s), certification(s), reference letter(s), documentation of salary, etc.) are required to confirm qualifications for this position prior to employment.

Tribal Administrator

Phone: 480-789-7138 or 480-789-7199 Fax: 480-816-0419 

Assess, develop and provide counseling and therapy to children and families (in office and homes); complete bio-psycho-social assessments and treatment plans; write reports; attend court sessions to provide recommendations for treatment and/or disposition. Develop and implement plans to re-integrate children into the family; work with youth or families struggling with substance abuse issues; develop and/or provide parenting skills programs; work at times outside normal business hours; perform other duties as assigned or required.

Provides family-based counseling, intervention, and specialized psycho-therapeutic interventions as well as individual, group, and couples therapy.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: • Knowledge and skills in providing outpatient therapeutic services to children and adolescents. • Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural issues within this community; • Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate counseling, psychotherapeutic, and crisis management models and techniques; • Skill in conducting bio-psycho-social assessments, or other child-focused assessment, developing treatment plans, and assessing treatment effectiveness; • Skill in conducting psycho-educational groups; • Effective oral and written communication skills; • Skill in interacting with clients from various social, economic, cultural, spiritual and psychological backgrounds; • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships within Wassaja Family Services and with other departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, service providers, and state and Federal agencies; • Skill in handling and overseeing a complex caseload; • Knowledge of tribal and federal confidentiality and child welfare statutes, rules, case law and policies; • Skill in establishing and maintaining confidential records and information; • Knowledge of community and social service resources and programs; Revised 10/24 Job Code 544-56 • Skill in operating a personal computer and ability to utilize word processing and database software. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: 1. Masters degree in social work, psychology, sociology or a related field. 2. Three years (five years preferred) experience in a mental health or social services environment as a child, adolescent and or family therapist/counselor, or drug & alcohol counselor specializing in working with youth; 3. Current Arizona license in good standing, as a behavioral health professional; 4. Current Arizona driver’s license and ability to meet FMYN insurance standards; 5. Prefer person to be licensed to provide mental health and substance abuse services; 6. Prefer person to have experience working in Tribal communities

Child Family Therapist 

To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, writing sample and three professional references to HR Manager Catherine Harper at 

Responsibilities: - Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues - Draft and review legal documents - Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations - Manage and prioritize multiple cases and deadlines - Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals - Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations relevant to the practice area

Hobbs, Straus, Dean and Walker, LLP

Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Washington DC office. We are accepting applications from attorneys with 3 - 5 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess: (1) superior research and writing skills; (2) a strong academic performance history; (3) strong communication skills and (4) a commitment to tribal representation. A minimum of 3 years' legal experience is required. Prior experience in the field of Indian law is strongly preferred. Hobbs Straus is a national law firm with offices in Washington, DC; Portland, OR; Oklahoma City, OK; Sacramento, CA; and Anchorage, AK. Hobbs Straus specializes in Federal Indian Law and has worked for over 40 years to realize positive change in Indian Country. Our attorneys are dedicated to promoting and defending Tribal Nations’ rights and exercise of sovereignty, expanding opportunities for Tribal Nations, and improving the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Skills: - Strong legal drafting skills with the ability to write clear and concise documents - Proficient in conducting thorough legal research using resources such as Lexis Nexis and Westlaw - Excellent negotiation skills to effectively represent clients' interests - Knowledge of legal administrative procedures and practices - Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Qualifications: - Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school - Admitted to or ability to become admitted to practice law in Oklahoma - Prior experience working as an attorney or in a similar legal role is preferred but not required - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal - Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment 

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled attorney to join our team and make a significant impact. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the law, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Associate Attorney 

To be considered for this opportunity, please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Sycamore Business Solutions – Exclusive Search Partner of:

sales, business development, and commercial strategy

 across residential, business, and enterprise markets

Drive fiber adoption, customer growth, and revenue expansion

Build and manage strategic partnerships and growth initiatives

Serve as a strategic partner to the GM and prepare to assume broader leadership of the company

Fort Mojave Telecommunications Inc. (FMTI)

Fort Mojave Telecommunications Inc. (FMTI), based in Arizona, is seeking a 

 to drive commercial expansion for our growing 

. As part of FMTI’s long-term succession plan, this role is intentionally designed as a 

 while developing into the future General Manager as the organization continues to scale beyond tribal land boundaries.


Reporting directly to the General Manager, this leader will initially 

own all aspects of sales, business development, and revenue growth as well as operational management

, with responsibilities expanding over time to include full operational leadership.

Proven commercial leader with experience in 

telecommunications, broadband, fiber, or infrastructure-based services

Demonstrated success driving growth in regulated or ILEC environments

Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline

Ready to transition from functional leadership into 

Motivated by long-term leadership opportunity and tribal and extended community impact

High visibility and influence across the organization

Opportunity to help shape the future of broadband connectivity for the Fort Mojave community and surrounding region

Deputy General Manager, Commercial and Growth 

Provides supervision of services providers, case managers, CPS/APS referred cases; and ICWA; oversees, monitors and manages case loads; oversees participates in and monitors delivery of services provided to community members; ensure that treatment, training and development programs for community members are appropriate in quantity; reviews and assesses staff member reports.. Establish, maintains and monitors standards and performance for staff and provides; recommends now revised policies and procedures; provides training and staffing level recommendations; provides, conducts and presents training programs; work at times outside normal business hours; performs other duties as assigned.

Oversee, supervise and direct staff day to day services and programs provided by Wassaja Social Services.

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE: • Knowledge of tribal, state and Federal child welfare and protection statutes, rules, ordinances, laws, case laws and policies; • Knowledge of a wide variety of treatment, educational and service programs; • Knowledge of the principles of management and administration; • Knowledge of public welfare administration; • Skill in handling and overseeing a complex caseload; • Skill in assessing the effectiveness of treatment, educational and service programs; • Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing word processing software; • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION: 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related filed (Master’s in Social Work preferred) 2. Minimum of two years of Supervisory experience in Human Services (Child Protective Servies Supervisory experience preferred 3. Experience working with American Indian communities and or population preferred; 4. Current Arizona Driver’s License and meet FMYN insurance standards.

Social Worker Supervisor 

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NCAI welcomes American Indian, Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native businesses, governments and organizations to submit open positions to NCAI.


Employers are welcome to submit postings if they fit one of the following criteria:

The position requires a significant amount of interaction with tribal communities

The position requires specific skills (e.g. fluency in a native language, knowledge of federal Indian law)

The business or organization is a member of NCAI in good standing.

All postings are subject to approval and will remain on the site for no more than 45 days.

 and include a contact email, organization, duties and responsibilities, skills and qualifications and any other relevant information for the job.


 We do not accept individual resumes on behalf of or for non-NCAI job opportunities.

Working in Indian Country

Federal Affairs Manager

National American Indian Housing Council

Prosecutor

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

Tribal Administrator

Haliwa-Saponi Tribe

Child Family Therapist

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

Associate Attorney

Hobbs, Straus, Dean and Walker, LLP

Deputy General Manager, Commercial and Growth

Fort Mojave Telecommunications Inc. (FMTI)

Social Worker Supervisor

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

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