Education Program Administrator

Summary This position is part of the ADD Navajo, Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), Department of the Interior (DOI). As a Education Program Administrator you will be responsible for the instructional leadership, management, administration, oversight and operating efficiency and effectiveness of assigned BIE education programs. The BIE's mission is to provide quality education opportunities from early childhood through life in accordance with the tribes' needs for cultural and economic well-being and in keeping with the wide diversity of American Indian tribes and Native Alaska villages as distinct cultural and governmental entities (25 CFR ? 32.3).Major Duties: As a Education Program Administrator, GS-1710-15, your typical work assignments will include the following under supervision: Reports to the Associate Deputy Director (ADD), Navajo Schools; will be responsible for the management of the Education Resource Center (ERC). Directs and administers the Federal government education treaty and/or education trust responsibilities to the Indian people. Leads and oversees hiring, training and retention, to ensure core instructional programs are scientifically research based and supplemental programs are appropriately aligned with the ERC to achieve academic excellence at all BIE operated schools and/or Tribally Controlled Schools. Ensures safe and secure schools; develops and implements appropriate policies, procedures, and processes to address violence, drugs, continuity of operations, and over student safety. Functions at the executive level with Federal, Tribal, State, and other local governments; Contacts will also include business organizations, universities, media, interest groups, members of Congress, Congressional Committees, and public and private citizens. Maintains a close working relationship with tribal officials; communicates and/or interprets programs and policies affecting Indian education programs.