Opens: October 15, 2026
Job Title: Community Development Executive Director
Department: Administration
Reports To: Administrative Manager
Hours: Full Time 40 Hrs/Week Salary: Based on Salary Matrix + Benefits
*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.
Position Summary:
This position provides leadership and management control of the Community Development Division by defining and implementing the direction, goals and objectives of the departments assigned to the division and is responsible for the effectiveness and efficiency of department services ensuring access to quality housing opportunities for members of the Tribal Community. Works closely with the Tribal Council and Administration in interpreting and implementing approved decisions related to the Division.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Represents the Division and establishes and promotes the mission and direction of the Community Development Division.
Ensures full compliance across the Community Development Departments operating within the procedures set forth in applicable codes, policies and procedures and applicant federal law.
Provides administrative technical assistance, leadership, and supervision of Community Development departments to assure compliance with policies and procedures.
Assists Directors or Programs in establishing departmental goals and objectives for the Annual Operations plan. Ensures departments are implementing teamwork strategies to meet organizational and departmental goals.
Performs strategic planning for the Division and Tribe per Tribal Council’s priorities.
Reviews and evaluates changes in federal, state laws and tribal code that will impact the delivery of services.
Builds positive and effective relationships at the state and federal level and serves as an advocate for department and program services.
Responsible for preparation, planning, and monitoring Departments budgets on a monthly basis with Department Directors.
Responsible for creating and ensuring compliance of Memorandum of Agreements or Understanding between Tribal Departments, the Tribe and Tribal entities, and the Tribe and local governments.
Maintains effective internal and external communications.
Provide leadership to departments to enable them to make decisions, organize, program design, prioritize and delegate tasks. Monitors and reviews housing and community development departments to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Provides general oversight of the management and maintenance of all housing properties to ensure a high degree of livability for community members.
Facilitates Community Development Division Department Director meetings regularly.
Notifies the Administrative Manager and Tribal Council regarding policy concerns and recommends revision and direction which may develop from housing or community development issues.
Approves expenditure requests from department directors to assure compliance with all tribal, state and federal government regulations and grant restrictions.
Participates and monitors internal and external audits of departments and implements necessary corrective actions with departments.
Responsible for projects as assigned by Administrative Manager or Tribal Council.
Keeps current on all areas of responsibility by attending executive level meetings, and attending trainings and workshops as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages directors and managers within the Community Development division as assigned by the Administrative Manager. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with…