Executive Director

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will function under the direction of the Ponca Gaming Commission. Position performs functions delegated by the Gaming Ordinances to regulate, monitor, and oversee all gaming within the jurisdiction of the Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma. The Ordinances delegates specific duties to the Commissioners and specific duties to the Executive Director. The term “Ponca Gaming Commission” (PGC) is used to describe the work of the Executive Director and staff in performing the essential regulatory functions of the Commission.

This position includes responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Commission and the supervision of the Commission staff in order to facilitate the regulation, monitoring, and development of standards for gaming within the jurisdiction of the Tribe. Responsible to the Ponca Gaming Commission (PGC) for endeavoring to assure that the gaming operations of the Ponca Nation are conducted in accordance with applicable laws including the Tribe’s Gaming Act and regulations, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, 25 U.S.C. §2701, 1988, and the State/ Tribal Compact and the Tribal Gaming Regulatory Act, in order to protect the integrity of the Tribe’s Gaming operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Ponca Gaming Commission reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and positions titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the government.

1. Develops and implements policies and procedures in accordance with all applicable tribal, state, federal laws and ordinances and ensures adherence to such policies and procedures.

2. Serves as point of contact for all administrative matters related to the operation of the

Agency.

3. Develops, administers and maintains the Commission’s fiscal affairs, including the preparation of the preliminary budget estimates and their presentation to the Commissioners.

4. Maintains and ensures departmental records are preserved in a systematic, secure, and confidential with applicable regulations, tribal law, and policies.

5. Directs the PGC in the procurement of services. Procures supplies and property in accordance

with applicable regulations, tribal law, and policies.

6. Provides day-to-day administrative and technical supervision to subordinate staff. Directs the work of the staff, assists in the recruitment and training of staff members.

7. Serves as advisor to the Gaming Commissioners in the development of policies and initiatives involved in the regulation of gaming within the tribe’s jurisdiction. This position must provide assistance with the methods, techniques, and procedures required within the Commission to ensure maximum effectiveness in enforcing its regulations.

8. May represent the Commission in meetings with Federal, Tribal, State or private representatives where necessary to discharge the duties of the Commission.

9. Prepares internal reports as required by the Commission.

10. Provides regular briefings to the Commissioners.

11. Assembles and coordinates all subject matter necessary for the Agency to carry out its duties. Responsible for obtaining and recommending appropriate updates to the necessary laws and regulations applicable to the Tribe’s gaming operations.

12. Serves as liaison to the regulatory authorities of the State and the National Indian Gaming

Commission, and other federal agencies.

13. Will follow all other job-related duties, as may be required by the Gaming Commission.

14. All other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises the PGC staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, Termination of Employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications: An individual must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field and not less than five years of experience in the casino gaming industry and at least five years’ experience in a managerial or executive position emphasizing regulatory compliance.

2. Must maintain a valid driver’s license with good driving record.

3. Must be able to travel between tribal facilities and outside the service area for meetings, trainings and conferences.

4. Must be able to successfully complete and pass an extensive background investigation, including

but not limited to, drug testing, criminal, financial, educational, and civil activities. Must meet

Standards of a Gaming License.

5. Extensive experiential knowledge of the regulations applicable to the Tribe’s gaming operations, including the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), any amendments promulgated to the Act, Tribal Constitution, compacts and related ordinances, and regulations and internal controls.

6. Must be able to work flexible hours; adjust schedule as needed or required.

7. Ability to work well independently and with team members and other staff in a team-oriented environment.

8. A willingness to initiate contacts with new people.

9. Have the ability to use discretion and problem solving methods in the course of conflict management.

10. Must possess strong administrative, organizational, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

11. Demonstrated experience in the development of administrative policies and procedures.

12. Must have the ability to plan, coordinate, and direct staff engaged in various professional, technical, and clerical functions.

13. Must have demonstrated intermediate to proficient skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite specifically in Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook in addition to knowledge of other office equipment required.

14. Must be experienced in planning and budgeting.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

1. Knowledge of and familiarity with Native American culture, customs preferred.

SECURITY SENSITIVE

This position does contain information that is security sensitive and thereby subject to additional

provisions.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legal information, background information, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, legal correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present Information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills: Basic general knowledge in Math including but not limited to, subtraction, Addition, Multiplication, Division, Fractions and Percentages.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of potential issues and variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical surroundings are a general office environment. Requires mobility, frequent walking, standing, sitting stationary and the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear; required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability

to focus on computer screens for extensive periods. Must be able to work in a smoke-filled environment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

Indian preference will be applied in the selection of qualified applicants

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Tribal Gaming: 1 year (Preferred)
• Planning and Budgeting: 1 year (Preferred)

Location:

• Perry, OK (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)