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The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks an Executive Assistant who will contribute to work that impacts the health and well-being of millions of American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Executive Assistant will provide administrative and special project support to the CEO, while also serving as the administrative and operations liaison to the Board of Directors on behalf of the CEO. This hourly, full-time position is based in our Washington, DC office. Up to 15% travel is required.
The National Indian Health Board seeks an experienced Staff Accountant, who will be responsible for assisting with the operational and fiscal activities of the department, including accounting transaction processing and financial reporting. The incumbent will assist with planning and developing policies and procedures to improve the efficiency of the department. The Staff Accountant must understand, administer, and articulate all accounting policies and procedures required for NIHB operations. This position reports to the Finance Director, and is based in Washington, DC.
Government Relations Administrative Support Associate
The Policy Analyst reports to the Federal Relations Director. The Policy Analyst work will involve monitoring regulations and agency activity, policy, and budget analysis; Tribal Consultation; technical assistance to Tribal leaders and representatives, federal agency officials, and other policymakers through service on various federal Tribal Advisory Committees; and special projects related to health care, with a focus on those that impact AI/AN health. The ideal candidate will understand health care delivery, public health, behavioral health, the federal trust responsibility, and the legal, policy, and political frameworks impacting the Indian health care system. Additionally, an ideal candidate will have experience and expertise with Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP programs. The Policy Analyst will also work with the rest of the Federal Relations team to develop strategies to advance other aspects of NIHB's Legislative and Policy Priorities. This full-time position is based in our Washington, DC office and requires up to 25% travel.
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks an experienced professional to provide technical assistance to Tribes on environmental and climate justice funding opportunities. The position will have a focus on National Indian Health Board’s Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center, connecting Tribal environmental health programs to existing funding opportunities, providing technical assistance to Tribes on federal grant applications, and elevating issues impacting Tribal environmental health. The position is full-time, salaried, and may include travel up to 20% of the time. Position base in Washington DCis preferred but not required.
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks a Grants Coordinator who will contribute to work that impacts the health and well-being of millions of American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). Reporting to and under the general supervision of the Grants and Programs Compliance Director, the Grants Coordinator will provide support for the Grants and Programs Compliance department. This position will help identify and apply for various grants that meet the organization’s needs, supporting the grant process from application through program delivery and completion. This full-time position is based in our Washington, DC office.
The Senior Recruiter is responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment efforts for the organization. The incumbent will develop a deep understanding of the organization’s recruitment needs and establish a recruitment strategy. The role will source, recruit, and help us hire top talent that will support our organization’s growth. The ideal candidate will be a decision-maker with strong interpersonal and communication skills who is able to recognize and attract the best candidates for our roles. Reporting to the Human Resources Director, this is a full-time, salaried position, requiring less than 10% travel. While the preference is for the selected candidate to be based in Washington, DC, exceptionally qualified remote candidates will be considered.
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks an experienced public health professional to work on environmental health projects specifically related to climate change. The position will have a focus on National Indian Health Board’s Climate Ready Tribes Initiative, assisting Tribes with adaptation to the effects of climate change and elevating issues impacting Tribal climate health. The position is full-time, salaried, and may include travel up to 20% of the time. Position base in Washington, DC is preferred but not required.
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks an entry-level public health professional to work on environmental health projects. The position will have a focus on National Indian Health Board’s Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center, which connects Tribal environmental health programs to existing funding opportunities, provides technical assistance to Tribes on federal grant applications, and elevates issues impacting Tribal environmental health. The position is full-time, salaried, and may include travel up to 20% of the time. This position is based in Washington, DC.
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks an experienced public health professional to work on current and future public health projects and initiatives. The position will have a focus on creating and coordinating projects that focus on improving the state of Tribal environmental health and environmental justice and Tribal environmental health systems. The position will work on a team with an Environmental Health Program Director, Manager, Coordinators, Associates, and Interns. The Coordinator will also work with colleagues in the Public Health Policy & Programs Department and organization-wide, to coordinate and implement public health events, including the NIHB National Tribal Public Health Summit. Included in the above duties, the Coordinator will deliver technical assistance, coordinate and facilitate meetings with stakeholders, draft communications, and keep records of all project accomplishments. This position is based in Washington, DC, and requires up to 20% travel.
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) seeks an experienced environmental programs professional to focus on environmental technical assistance projects. The position will have a focus on National Indian Health Board’s Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center, connecting Tribal environmental programs to existing funding opportunities, providing technical assistance to Tribes on federal grant applications related to environmental justice, and elevating issues impacting Tribal environmental health. The position is full-time, salaried, and may include travel up to 20% of the time. Position base in Washington, DC, is preferred but not required.
Qualified candidates are invited to send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Cover letter must be specific to the position, and address why you would be a good fit for NIHB and the amazing work we do. Email subject line should include your name and the position for which you are applying.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until a qualified candidate is selected.
NIHB is always interested in talented people who want to work here, so we still want to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “[YOUR NAME] General Interest.” If we think you might be a good fit for a role that has not yet been posted, we will be in touch!
Equal Opportunity Employer: NIHB is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a parent, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, veteran status, or any other non-merit factor.
Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. NIHB offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with premiums fully paid by NIHB
401(k) plan with up to 10% company match of employee contributions
Annual leave and sick leave
11 holidays
Kodiak Area Native Association seeks an experienced leader with the ability to sustain relationships to serve as their Health Services Officer (HSO). The incoming leader will report to the Vice President of Health Services and provide operational, administrative, and strategic guidance and support to Ancillary Services (Lab, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Wellness Center), Dental, and Behavioral Health services. As a Kodiak-based leader, the HSO will lead a team of five health directors and indirectly supervise 67 health services staff. The HSO will embrace KANA’s values and ensure that resources align with the strategic vision while designing and operationalizing health services strategic initiatives. The HSO will be a strategic partner to the health services leadership team, which includes the VP of Health Services, Chief Medical Officer, Health Operations Officer, and Quality Officer. The HSO will be a bridge builder focused on enhancing collaboration across health services to deliver high-quality, patientcentered healthcare. In this new role at KANA, the HSO will provide essential leadership capacity and direction to support the development and mentorship of the health directors and their teams.
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