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Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Manager Pembroke

Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Manager

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Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Manager
Position Description


Department:
Agriculture

Reports to (title):
Assistant Compliance Officer

Hours/week:
40

Job Location:
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina

Type of Position:
Full-Time

Classification:
Exempt

Effective Date:
04/2026

 

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees of Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina are expected to conform to the following:

  • Uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent.
  • Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the tribal government. 
  • Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner with employees, Tribal members, visitors, and vendors.
  • Participate in departmental staff meetings, quality management activities and educational programs.
  • Comply with Lumbee Tribe’s policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a current insurable driver’s license.


POSITION PURPOSE
This position is primarily responsible for facilitating the departmental mission to steward Lumbee lands and waters and to strengthen our farming communities - advocating for Lumbee agricultural opportunities and promoting tribal food sovereignty.  This position is responsible for products that involve land use and environmental conservation.  In addition, this position will: Ensure that all land related activities comply with government regulations, and work to identify and balance the needs of farmers and landowners; Work closely with producers, agri-business, community leaders, and appropriate agents to identify and prioritize issues, problems and opportunities;  Conduct farm and business visits to remain knowledgeable of specific local needs and problems related to agriculture production, marketing and environmental issues. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES 
  1. Manage the overall activities of the Department. 
  2. Help develop and adopt policies and procedures related to food sovereignty and departmental operations. 
  3. Develop a strong relationship with Native farmers and facilitate a survey of Native farmers in the tribal territory. 
  4. Coordinate strategies to help Native farmers improve access to capital funds. 
  5. Oversee business assistance, agriculture education, technical support and advocacy services for Native farmers. 
  6. Provide access to methods for developing agricultural marketing strategies. 
  7. Establish and facilitate the permanent Agriculture Advisory Council of Native farmers. 
  8. Promote agricultural education. 
  9. Follow grant guidelines and procedures and complete grant reports in a timely manner. 
  10. Research grant opportunities for the Department/Tribe, as well as grant/funding opportunities for Native farmers. 
  11. Foster intertribal agricultural relationships. 
  12. Supervise ANR Support Specialist.
  13. All other duties as assigned. 
 

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:
  •  3-4 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of in-depth training and experiences. 

Education:
  •  Bachelor’s degree in an Agriculture or farm management.

Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Qualifications:
  • Strong Knowledge of and Passion for agriculture, Natural Resources and outreach operations
  • Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills
  • Strong Leadership and Public Speaking Skills
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Ability to direct operations, plan projects, assess feasibility, and coordinate resources
  • Ability to manage budgets, evaluate needs and allocate resources.
  • Ability to manage personnel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Limited overnight travel may be required from time to time.

Physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, hear and perform repetitive motions. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with clients, vendors, and staff.

Mental demands:
There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must be able to handle frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has implemented an Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are members of the Lumbee Tribe will be given primary preference for hiring and employment after providing proof of tribal membership. Indian preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER

Confidentiality:
All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.

Background Investigation:
This position is subject to a criminal history background check, and a Motor Vehicle check. Candidates must successfully pass all required background checks in order to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening:
All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning employment and will be subject to random drug testing.

 

Disclaimer: The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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