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San Francisco State University · 1 month ago

NAGPRA & Tribal Affairs Lead (Confidential Administrative Support III, Range III) - Office of the President

San Francisco, CA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$7,917/mo - $8,334/mo

5+ years exp

San Francisco State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and they are seeking a NAGPRA & Tribal Affairs Lead who will provide executive-level leadership and confidential administrative support for compliance with NAGPRA and related Tribal relations. The role involves serving as the principal liaison to Tribal governments and ensuring that the University’s engagement with Tribal Nations is culturally appropriate and legally compliant.

Higher Education

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as SFSU’s primary liaison to Tribal governments, state and federal agencies, and community stakeholders

Represent the University in official consultations, negotiations, and meetings involving Tribal affairs, repatriation efforts, and cultural stewardship

Develop and sustain cooperative relationships with Tribal chairs, councils, and cultural representatives

Prepare legislative briefings, position statements, and reports for executive leadership

Track and interpret relevant federal and state legislation and recommend campus responses or policy adjustments

Coordinate intergovernmental communication on behalf of the Office of the President and Chief of Staff

Lead implementation of NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA across campus departments, ensuring documentation, inventories, summaries, and repatriation processes meet all statutory requirements

Direct day-to-day operations of the SFSU NAGPRA Program, including supervision of staff, consultants, and student assistants

Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and tracking systems for consultation and cultural care

Manage records, reporting, and data integrity for state and federal submissions

Oversee respectful care, housing, and repatriation of Ancestors and cultural items, coordinating logistics with Tribes and authorized agencies

Provide high-level administrative and confidential support to the Chief of Staff and Office of the President on Tribal, cultural, and legislative matters

Draft confidential reports, correspondence, and communications for internal and external distribution

Coordinate meetings, retreats, and events involving senior administrators, Tribal leaders, and government officials

Exercise discretion in handling sensitive information, including personnel, policy, and labor-related materials

Serve as a resource to campus executives regarding protocols for Tribal consultation and government engagement

Participate in long-range strategic planning related to Tribal relations, compliance, and community partnerships

Conduct complex analyses of program effectiveness and recommend improvements to policy and procedure

Design and implement work plans, timelines, and performance metrics for the NAGPRA Program

Lead cross-departmental initiatives supporting reconciliation, cultural understanding, and ethical stewardship

Prepare detailed analytical and fiscal reports to inform executive decision-making

Represent SFSU on CSU systemwide committees or working groups as designated by the Chief of Staff

Perform additional executive support, reporting, or project work to advance institutional objectives

Qualification

NAGPRA knowledgeTribal relations experienceLegislative analysisCultural competencyPolicy writing skillsProject managementMicrosoft Office SuiteDiplomacy skillsInterpersonal communicationNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Anthropology, Native American Studies, History, or a related field

Minimum five years of progressively responsible administrative or intergovernmental experience involving Tribal relations, cultural compliance, or public affairs

Demonstrated experience handling confidential matters at the executive or governmental level

Advanced knowledge of organizational, administrative, and management principles

Deep understanding of NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA statutes, consultation processes, and cultural sensitivity standards

Ability to interpret complex legislation, policy, and regulatory guidance

Demonstrated cultural competency and experience working directly with Tribal governments

Excellent analytical, research, and policy-writing skills

Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and lead multiple projects and staff simultaneously

Strong interpersonal communication, diplomacy, and negotiation skills

High degree of discretion, judgment, and tact in managing sensitive issues

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and digital communication platforms