Director, National Tribal Child Welfare Center for Innovation and Advancement

Director Of The National Tribal Child Welfare Center For Innovation And Advancement

The Catherine Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine is pleased to announce an opening for the Director of the National Tribal Child Welfare Center for Innovation and Advancement. As the Director, you will lead the Federal Children's Bureau's primary vehicle for delivering effective, high-quality technical assistance to all title IV-B and title IV-E-funded American Indian / Alaska Native child welfare programs across the country. This position works closely with the co-Project Director employed by the lead subcontractor on design, implementation, and evaluation. This position also works in close collaboration with the Federal partner to ensure responsiveness to federal priorities, policy changes, and emerging needs on the national landscape. The technical assistance provided enhances organizational and system performance and improves outcomes for tribal children, youth, and families by honoring Indigenous ways of knowing and by working collaboratively to ensure the preservation of tribal cultures. The Center provides culturally relevant and responsive technical assistance regarding workforce supports, prevention programs, the development of tribal child welfare programs in support of federal requirements, tribalstate collaboration, and data management. The Director brings project leadership expertise and deep content knowledge to their role of conceptualizing the direction of the Center. This position networks and maintains relationships with tribal and state child welfare technical assistance providers at the national level. This position contributes knowledge to the field through writing and dissemination of publications and presentations. This is a grant funded position with a starting annual salary up to $120,000 commensurate with experience. This can be a remote or hybrid position. The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to) : 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time. Health, dental and vision insurance. Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance. Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance. A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren). A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution. Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses. To learn more, visit About Our University.

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society.

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community. We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

Required Qualifications and Skills :

• Master's degree and seven to ten years of relevant professional experience or Doctorate degree and three to five years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing Federal and / or tribal projects and teams.
• Project management skills and experience with large projects with multiple priorities and timelines.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and delivery of effective technical assistance.
• Demonstrated skills in team leadership and effective supervision.
• Experience writing successful funding proposals, knowledge of funding sources and project development.

To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' button below or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following : Cover Letter, Resume / Curriculum Vitae. Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references. For full consideration please submit all required materials by January 4, 2026.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate. EEO Statement : The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws.