Cultural Resources Director

Morongo Band of Mission Indians is seeking a dynamic professional to join our team as Cultural Resources Director. They would help organize, plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate the Cultural Resources Program designed to promote community interest in tribal history, in the languages and in the cultural values, goals, traditions and heritage of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. Manage and maintain the Morongo Collections; incite community involvement and education. Participate in project objectives, events, and activities. Coordinate personnel, communications and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Morongo offers enhanced benefit options including medical, dental, free vision, free group life insurance with employer match, 401k, retail partners and restaurant discounts, gas discounts and more.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, direct and supervise Cultural Heritage projects and programs in the areas of the arts, culture, language, history, and heritage of The Morongo Band of Mission Indians; oversee all aspects of program activities, which requires a general knowledge of personnel and fiscal operations, budget and grant compliance, grant application and administration, and public information/public relations program planning
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions; assign employee duties and review work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards, requirements, and procedures; select and supervise consultants, as required.
• Coordinate and prioritize project activities and the flow of communication, assuring smooth operation; and maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information.
• Promote the Reservation’s cultural and historical communities through publicity, information dissemination, education, and the rendering of technical services to generate interest and appreciation.
• Develop commemorative programs (i.e. Culture Days); research and develop resources for tribal members old and young; speak before audiences whose interest lie in various fields of Tribal History (e.g. traditional, political, Indian/California Indian law, economic); point out the significance of the local events in terms of the Tribe’s cultural heritage.
• Organize historical and cultural overview presentations for Casino and Administration Human Resources, local schools and events, Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, and other entities.
• Oversee classroom cultural development; evaluate current school textbooks/curriculum and provide feedback on how to differentiate, improve and upgrade instruction techniques; write and direct classroom instructional videos.
• Participate in Opening Prayer and Bird Singing events as requested. Incorporate Bird Singing, Basket Making, and the Native Garden in to Morongo’s Schools. Oversee the management of the Morongo Basket.
• Train and supervise assigned staff, volunteers, professional consultants, and in some cases other employees (i.e. preschool teachers, tutors, recreation assistants) in carrying out functional activities; coordinate activities with other reservations, the local community, and state/national cultural and historical organizations; assist outside organized groups (i.e. Malki Museum, Dorothy Ramon Learning Center, Cattleman’s Association) and interested individuals from the community.
• Utilize specialized information media which will specifically reach certain groups such as men/women, small children, youth, adults, elders and combinations thereof interested in language preservation, historical research & information, and cultural traditions (i.e. songs, stories, arts, & crafts.); develop pamphlets, newsletters, periodicals, as well as use of public communication media, such as the press, radio, exhibits, tribal TV-access station, etc.
• Participate in the quarterly Sovereignty Workshops for Morongo youth.
• Maintain a variety of records related to financial activity, program information, personnel and assigned duties; establish and maintain archival systems; generate a variety of requested computerized reports according to established timelines
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work.
• Communicate with administrators, personnel and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and programs and resolve issues or concerns.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in American Indian History, Native American Studies, Anthropology or a related field and five (5) years of experience in developing, planning, and providing programs in an organization with an emphasis in any one of the following: 1) Fine or applied arts that are native to the area (i.e., painting, pottery/ceramics, basketry), 2) Traditional performing arts (i.e., music/bird singing/flute, dance), 3) History, anthropology (i.e., museum, historical society, language revitalization program); and/or 4) Native Studies
• In addition, experience in working with Indian elders, adults, youth, children; and prior experience in teaching and stimulating public interest. Experience can be substituted for education.
• Qualified Indians will be given preference in employment as required by the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (24 U.S.C. 450, et seq.) and other relevant laws. 
• Valid California Driver License and insurability on Morongo’s vehicle policy.
• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and components) and general office equipment. Use/storage/maintenance of multiple usernames and passwords. Computer-related problem-solving skills through the use of available trainings and help desk.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software and appropriate storage of electronic files.
• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers.
• Knowledge of Tribal organization, operations, policies and objectives; applicable laws, codes, regulations; applicable Tribal customs, traditions, policies and government regulations.
• Research and methods of collecting and organizing historical and cultural data and information; record-keeping and archival techniques.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of management, supervision and training; budget preparation and control; public relations techniques.
• Plan, organize and direct the operations, activities, programs, and projects related to Cultural Heritage; provide consultation concerning Cultural Heritage projects and related activities.
• Conduct research, write and communicate effectively; use correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary 
• Coordinate and direct personnel, resources and communications to meet identified Tribal needs and assure smooth and efficient activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
• Assure efficient and timely completion of projects and activities.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; utilize interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Work independently with little direction; delegate work; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and archival files related to assigned activities; prepare various reports and presentations.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Set at the foot of the beautiful San Gorgonio and San Jacinto Mountains, the Morongo Indian Reservation spans more than 35,000 acres and overlooks the vistas of the Banning Pass. Morongo Band of Mission Indians protects its past through meticulous care and restoration of its extensive collection of cultural artifacts including mission baskets remarkable for their beauty and craftsmanship. Morongo’s collection also includes stone grinding bowls (metates), stone mortars (manos), clay jars (ollas) and historical photos and recordings. Morongo advances the understanding and preservation of tribal cultures, knowledge and artifacts through collaborations with the Malki Museum, the oldest nonprofit museum founded by Native Americans on a California Indian reservation, and the Dorothy Ramon Learning Center.