Working Title

Tribal Government Relations Lead

SF State University

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Department

Office of the President - Government & Community Relations 

Appointment Type

This is a two-year probationary position.

Time Base

Full-Time (1.0)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$6,917.00 - $7,176.00 Per Month ($83,004.00 - $86,112.00 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and California Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (CalNAGPRA) together require all agencies and museums that receive state or federal funding and have possession or control over Native American human remains, associated funerary objects, unassociated funerary objects, sacred objects, and/or objects of cultural patrimony to repatriate those Ancestors and cultural items through a process of meaningful consultation. California Assembly Bill 275, passed in September 2020, requires every state agency with significant interaction with tribal issues, peoples, or lands to designate one or more liaisons for the purpose of engaging in consultation with California Native American tribes.

The Tribal Government Relations Lead is responsible for overseeing the San Francisco State University (SF State) NAGPRA Program, compliance with both NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA, and Tribal, local, state, and federal engagement. The candidate will help guide the actions of SF State in meeting the goals of the NAGPRA program to (1) continue ongoing NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA compliance (2) help SF State establish a proactive and sustainable NAGPRA consultation program with Native American Tribes, particularly those in California; (3) oversee the care of Native American Ancestors and cultural items at SF State; and (4) develop and implement appropriate policies for NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA compliance; and (5) Implement respectful and expeditious repatriation of Native American Ancestors and their Cultural Items to Tribes in consultation with those Tribes.

The Tribal Government Relations Lead will report directly to the Chief of Staff. The candidate also serves as the primary point of contact for all NAGPRA related inquiries. Additionally, The Tribal Government Relations Lead will represent SF State on CSU systemwide committees related to Native American affairs and convene the SF State internal NAGPRA Coordination Committee.

Position Information

SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT OF NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA COMPLIANCE 

- Oversee activities related to NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA compliance at SF State.

- Represent SF State as lead NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA staff at regular meetings with tribal government officials and representatives to coordinate compliance, address tribal concerns, and, whenever possible, negotiate culturally sensitive resolutions.

- Coordinate and consult with Tribal leaders and Representatives, Local, State, and Federal Agencies

- Facilitate and promote proactive compliance with NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA

- Lead appropriate documentation efforts and generate relevant reports, including NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA Inventories, Summaries, and Federal Register Notices of Inventory Completion.

- Review, analyze and synthesize available data from scientific, anthropological, historical, and traditional or cultural forms of knowledge to inform cultural affiliation determinations.

- Manage CalNAGPRA inventories and summaries of all applicable Ancestors and cultural items under the legal control of SF State

- Serve as the primary point of contact for all NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA inquiries seeking information about Native American Ancestors and cultural items falling under NAGPRA regulations.

- Manage SF State administrative aspects of the SF State NAGPRA program, including developing a strategic work plan and supervising campus efforts.

- Serve as SF State representative for system wide NAGPRA/CalNAGPRA Committees.

- Develop a proposal for a comprehensive Tribal Consultation policy for SF State.

- Guide SF State in developing appropriate NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA policies and procedures in consultation with relevant California tribal representatives, Tribal representatives, staff, faculty, and community.

- Oversee development and implementation of SF State Tribal outreach programs to proactively engage California tribal communities in NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA consultation and repatriation.

- Recruit for and convene the internal NAGPRA Coordination Groups, including the official SF State NAGPRA committee under the Native American Heritage Commission.

- Work with the Director of Government & Community Relations to lead consultation with Tribes and agencies

- Aid in streamlining processes to enhance compliance with state and federal regulations.

TRIBAL SERVICES AND EDUCATION 

- Work with Tribes to appropriately identify, label, and care for cultural items currently housed at the University.      

- Providing and maintaining a culturally appropriate and respectful system for Tribal communities to access and visit their Ancestors and cultural items.

- Providing access to collections (when appropriate and only with written Tribal permission) for displays and educational opportunities.

- Ensuring collections are culturally cared for and maintained.

- Assists consultations with respective claimants or requestors.

- Verifies request/claim information is complete and accurate for processing.

- Supports Tribal members, Tribal governments, and lineal descendants to obtain cultural affiliation information.

- Conducts research to assist with cultural affiliation determination.

- Analyzes and summarizes data, reports findings, and interprets results.

- Prepares internal and external communications and responds to consultation requests.

- Conducts tribal consultations, Federal Register Notices, and repatriation and disposition of ancestors and belongings.

- Manages the cultural care and stewardship of ancestors and belongings in a way that respects and reflects specific tribal belief systems.

DAY-TO-DAY OPERATIONS OF THE SF STATE NAGPRA PROGRAM 

- This position will manage the day-to-day work of the SF State NAGPRA Program

- Oversee student assistant and community service learners.

- Determine, delegate, and supervise work to achieve goals and objectives.

- Oversee processes and outcomes to ensure quality standards are met.

- Development of records and annual reports including monthly progress reports and annual implementation plan

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Minimum Qualifications

- BA or BS in Anthropology, American Indian Studies, Museum Studies, History, Cultural Resource Management or a related field or two years of equivalent experience.

- The candidate must possess a thorough knowledge of the following:

     - Native American history and culture.

     - The principles of planning and management of a department/program

     - Analyzing and tracking data/statistics, research methodology, and preparing reports.

     - Cultural sensitivities that are relative to tribal consultation.

     - NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA legislation and implementation

     - Knowledge of archaeological and museum collections principles

     - Knowledge of Federally Recognized Tribes, Non-Federally Recognized Tribes, and California Recognized Tribes.

     - The principals of administrative, personnel, and fiscal management.

     - Research and observation techniques to record, classify, and interpret information.

     - General knowledge of the principles, practices, and trends of Tribal, State, and Federal government structures.

     - Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs and database management and an ability to learn additional         computer software programs.

     - Fluent use of standard office equipment (computers, copiers, phones, fax).

     - Experience working with modern archaeological and anthropological methods.

     - Working knowledge of administrative survey principles and techniques and skill in their application; general knowledge of principles         of organization, administration, and management; working knowledge of statistical methods.

     - Ability to analyze administrative problems and to make appropriate recommendations; ability to speak and write effectively; ability         to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of academic and community resources.

EXPERIENCE:

     - Three years of progressively responsible administrative or professional experience which is applicable to the functional area in which the studies are to be conducted or which has demonstrated the ability to perform or the potential to rapidly learn and apply complex survey techniques and analytical reporting.

     - Demonstrated experience in research, culturally relevant work experience, or special study work.

SKILLS: Candidate must possess the following:

     - Demonstrated experience working with NAGPRA and/or Tribes.

     - Demonstrated understanding of Native American perspectives and people.

     - Demonstrated experience working with or mentoring historically underrepresented students and their communities, preferably working with Native American students.

     - Excellent leadership, communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and intercultural, planning, and organizational.

     - Demonstrated history of working effectively as a productive and collaborative team or work group member.

     - Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions.

     - Demonstrated skills in setting priorities and deadlines to ensure project goals and objectives are obtained within timelines.

     - Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills within a complex work environment and to adopt effective courses of action.

     - Public speaking skills directed to a diverse audience.

     - Demonstrated collaboration skills.

     - Understand problems from a broader perspective and anticipate the impact of problems and solutions on other areas.

     - Excellent organizational and time management skills.

     - A high degree of personal motivation, independent judgment, and persuasiveness.

     - Ability to collaborate effectively with tribal leaders and educators.

     - Address the needs of Native American, first-generation or non-traditional college students.

     - Adapt to the dynamics of organizational, procedural, and policy changes; organize resources to meet program goals.

     - Interpret and apply a variety of complex policies, procedures, regulations, and agreements, and identify deviations from applicable policies to carry out responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.

     - Conceptualize or identify needed changes, develop and implement practical, innovative, and/or creative solutions using independent judgment to resolve unusual and sometimes complex situations.

     - Use tact, diplomacy, and discretion when handling sensitive and/or confidential matters or materials.

     - Collect and analyze data/information, draw conclusions from the analysis, effectively present the information and make recommendations.

     - Communicate effectively in a variety of formats to a broad range of audiences.

     - Work collaboratively with internal and external communities while establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with the various partnering agencies and the campus community.

     - Work cooperatively and in a leadership role to implement agreed-upon changes.

     - Prepare and present clear, concise, and comprehensive oral and written reports/data.

     - Plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinates and have the ability to delegate effectively.

     - Adjust to change and demonstrate flexibility and patience with changing expectations (e.g., technology, responsibilities, and assignments).

     - Work a flexible schedule due to travel and varied hours.

Preferred Qualifications

     - Master's or terminal degree in Anthropology, Native American Studies, History, Museum Studies, or a related field.

-And-

     - Experience working with culturally sensitive artifacts and with Tribes.

     - Two years of full-time progressively responsible experience in student service and program management in an educational environment.

     - One year of experience in curatorial work, cultural relations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions.  SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

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Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU).  CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California.  Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception.  While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

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Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.