American Indian Health Director
Munro Footwear Group, Helena, MT, United States
Job Description – American Indian Health Director (25142919)
Overview The American Indian Health Director (AIHD) serves as the operational lead for Tribal Relations Manager (TRM), coordinating health and human services support to Montana’s eight Tribal Governments, five Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs), the Indian Health Service (IHS), and other American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) stakeholders. This position leads the Office of American Indian Health (OAIH) in identifying trends in health disparities and gaps in human services and works with DPHHS programs to develop culturally appropriate strategies to address them. The AIHD also provides a crucial liaison role between DPHHS programs, Tribal Health Departments, and UIO Health Centers.
Qualifications
Ability to provide leadership in complex and highly sensitive situations.
Working knowledge of Tribal and Urban Indian health issues and available services.
Ability to work with, establish, and maintain credibility and develop and maintain strong working relationships with Tribal health partners.
Ability to analyze data and develop approaches and strategies to solve identified problems.
Ability to act on opportunities and find the most effective way to achieve goals.
Ability to collaborate, lead discussions, and facilitate discussions on policy changes.
Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, public administration, Native American studies, or related field.
Minimum five years of experience working with tribal governments, understanding commonalities and differences among Montana tribes, between Indian people living on reservations and in urban settings, establishing and maintaining relationships with tribes, and leading/facilitating major projects.
Preferred: Experience with Tribal Health Program, Indian Health Service, or an Urban Indian Health Center.
Benefits The State of Montana offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and work/life balance. Eligible employees may also participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The department provides ample advancement opportunities for career growth.
Telework This position may be eligible for limited telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be determined by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
Equal Opportunity Statement D.P.H.H.S. is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Overview The American Indian Health Director (AIHD) serves as the operational lead for Tribal Relations Manager (TRM), coordinating health and human services support to Montana’s eight Tribal Governments, five Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs), the Indian Health Service (IHS), and other American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) stakeholders. This position leads the Office of American Indian Health (OAIH) in identifying trends in health disparities and gaps in human services and works with DPHHS programs to develop culturally appropriate strategies to address them. The AIHD also provides a crucial liaison role between DPHHS programs, Tribal Health Departments, and UIO Health Centers.
Qualifications
Ability to provide leadership in complex and highly sensitive situations.
Working knowledge of Tribal and Urban Indian health issues and available services.
Ability to work with, establish, and maintain credibility and develop and maintain strong working relationships with Tribal health partners.
Ability to analyze data and develop approaches and strategies to solve identified problems.
Ability to act on opportunities and find the most effective way to achieve goals.
Ability to collaborate, lead discussions, and facilitate discussions on policy changes.
Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, public administration, Native American studies, or related field.
Minimum five years of experience working with tribal governments, understanding commonalities and differences among Montana tribes, between Indian people living on reservations and in urban settings, establishing and maintaining relationships with tribes, and leading/facilitating major projects.
Preferred: Experience with Tribal Health Program, Indian Health Service, or an Urban Indian Health Center.
Benefits The State of Montana offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and work/life balance. Eligible employees may also participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The department provides ample advancement opportunities for career growth.
Telework This position may be eligible for limited telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be determined by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
Equal Opportunity Statement D.P.H.H.S. is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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