Tribal Safety and Community Outreach Manager

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director, the Tribal Safety and Community Outreach Manager is responsible for leading a wide range of high-level, confidential, and strategic administrative functions in support of Wilton Rancheria’s Peace Officers and departmental operations. This management-level role oversees compliance, supervises program development, and manages complex projects related to Tribal public safety initiatives, including Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) cases.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level strategic and administrative support to Tribal Peace Officers in the departmental operations.
• Lead and manage day-to-day departmental operations, including oversight of funding agreements, grant compliance, and MMIP case coordination.
• Lead and coordinate project teams and volunteers to effectively achieve departmental objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external partners and agencies holding formal agreements with the Tribe.
• Cultivate and expand partnerships with tribal organizations, crisis centers, and stakeholders focused on MMIP.
• Ensure accurate, compliant documentation and reporting in alignment with records management policies.
• Lead the development and implementation of the Tribe’s MMIP response program in coordination with interagency agreements.
• Represent the department in meetings with state and regional law enforcement partners.
• Oversee the management of multiple funding streams and ensure compliance with grant requirements and budget guidelines.
• Direct the preparation of grant applications, including budget narratives and financial documentation.
• Manage departmental financial processes, including budgeting, invoice tracking, and accounts receivable.
• Organize and coordinate training sessions, departmental meetings, and external stakeholder engagements.
• Draft and edit high-level documents, including reports, memoranda, presentations, and correspondence.
• Safeguard confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion.
• Perform other managerial duties as assigned to support departmental and Tribal objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and applicable databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to compose professional documents and reports.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to serve Tribal communities with respect and competence.
• Proven leadership in building cross-sector collaborations and partnerships.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills to manage multiple initiatives.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and professional integrity in complex situations.
• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with POST standards and the operational needs of tribal or municipal law enforcement programs.
• Experience managing grants and budgets with attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
• Working knowledge of domestic violence resources, regional crisis services, and referral networks.
• Capacity to provide internal and external referrals aligned with public safety and community needs.