POSITION DESCRIPTION
Enterprise Business Director
INFORMATION
Job Class: Director

Class Status: Active
Department: Office of the President

Type of Position: Exempt
Location of Work: Juneau 
Salary Grade(s): 14/16 
Hours of Work: M-F, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm 
Employment Category: Regular, Full-Time 
PURPOSE
The Enterprise Business Director will be responsible for overseeing and managing a portfolio of 6-10 enterprises within a Tlingit and Haida, with a primary focus on profitability and sustainable growth. The role will involve strategic planning, financial management, and operational oversight to ensure the success of each enterprise.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Office of the President
Supervises: TBD
Liaison To: TBD
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Develop and implement strategic plans to drive profitability and growth across the portfolio of enterprises.
• Monitor financial performance and key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement and cost-saving measures.
• Collaborate with enterprise managers to set goals, objectives, and performance targets.
• Provide leadership and guidance to ensure effective operational management and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to enterprise managers to drive accountability and performance.
• Identify new business opportunities and partnerships to expand the portfolio and drive revenue growth.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including tribal leadership, board members, and external partners.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between enterprises to leverage synergies and maximize operational efficiency.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Represent the Tlingit and Haida and the portfolio of enterprises in external meetings, conferences, and events.
DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY
Spending Authority: TBD
Other Authority: TBD
NECESSARY SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Proven experience in business management, strategic planning, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of Tlingit and Haida operations and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Commitment to promoting tribal economic development and sustainability.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to drive profitability and growth.
• Capacity to monitor financial performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Skill in collaborating with enterprise managers to set and achieve goals.
• Leadership capability to provide guidance and ensure operational effectiveness.
• Aptitude for conducting performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
• Talent for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Competence in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Ability to facilitate effective communication and coordination between enterprises.
• Capacity to stay informed about industry trends and drive innovation.
• Capability to represent the organization in external settings effectively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education, experience, skills)
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field
• 6 years’ experience in business administration and development
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (education, experience, skills)
• Masters's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 4 years’ experience in business administration and development

UNUSUAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS
Most of the work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items weighing less than 40 lbs. Travel on small aircraft or ferry may be required.
CONDITIONS OF HIRE:
• All employment at Tlingit & Haida is “at will”. This means that the employee or Tlingit & Haida may terminate employment at any time and for any reason. Unless specified in writing, no term of employment is expressed or implied for this position.
• Tlingit & Haida is a no tolerance workplace. All regular employees may be required to pass a pre-employment and subsequent random drug and alcohol screening to be eligible for and maintain employment.
• Tlingit & Haida requires a criminal background check be conducted on all employees. All employment offers are conditional until federal criminal background check results verify your eligibility to work for Tlingit & Haida.