FAMILY VIOLENCE PROGRAM MANAGER

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VACANCY ANN#:     STOI- 25-087

TITLE:                          FAMILY VIOLENCE PROGRAM MANAGER

DEPARTMENT:        HHS

LOCATION:                WELLPINIT, WA

STATUS:                      FULL-TIME

RATE OF PAY:           $28 PER HOUR

OPENING DATE:      SEPTEMBER 23, 2025

CLOSING DATE:       OCTOBER, 2025

 

INTRODUCTION:

The Family Violence Program (FVP) Manager leads the program that helps survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, trafficking, and elder abuse. This person manages staff, oversees grants, keeps the program running according to state and federal laws, and works with courts and community partners. The Manager also helps create public education efforts and represents the Tribe at local, state, and national meetings.

 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide leadership and day-to-day supervision for FVP staff and volunteers; help with hiring, coaching, and performance reviews.
  • Create and update plans, policies, and procedures to follow laws like FVPSA, VAWA, VOCA, and tribal rules.
  • Manage a program budget over $500,000; ensure grant funds are used properly and reports are submitted on time.
  • Write grant applications, submit updates, and track progress in online grant systems.
  • Lead program improvement efforts using outcome data from federal and tribal reports.
  • Coordinate meetings and teamwork between courts, law enforcement, probation, healthcare, and social services.
  • Make sure survivors always have access to crisis help, legal/medical support, shelter, and culturally based healing services.
  • Lead education and prevention campaigns about healthy relationships and respect for Tribal values.
  • Protect survivor privacy and make sure all data sharing follows legal rules.
  • Represent the Tribe in state and national coalitions and speak up for Native survivor needs.
  • Prepare plans to keep services running during emergencies like natural disasters or pandemics.
  • Be on call during nights, weekends, or holidays to support staff and step in during major emergencies.
  • Do other work as needed to support survivor safety, healing, and Tribal public health.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Deep understanding of how violence affects Native communities and families, including trauma from the past.
  • Strong knowledge of Washington DV laws, federal grant rules, and DV Housing First practices.
  • Skilled in managing grants, creating budgets, and handling program money responsibly.
  • Able to use data and statistics to measure success and improve services.
  • Leads with compassion and supports staff wellness and growth.
  • Good at writing and speaking to different groups like grant funders, Tribal Council, and community members.
  • Able to solve problems, reduce conflict, and make systems work better for survivors.
  • Knowledge of Spokane culture, language, and how to include those in services.
  • Comfortable with Microsoft 365, grant websites like JustGrants, and online meeting tools.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Non-Profit Management, or similar field OR bachelor’s degree with five years of experience in domestic violence programs.
  • At least three years of experience managing staff and programs, including budgets.
  • Complete 20-hour WA State Domestic Violence training and 30-hour Sexual Assault training within 12 months of hire.
  • NACP Advanced or Supervisor-level certification (or eligible within one year).
  • Experience writing and managing federal DV/SA grants (like FVPSA or VOCA).
  • Valid Washington driver’s license and able to travel in and out of state.
  • Able to pass a background check and drug screening.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, or other clinical license.
  • Certified in grant or project management (e.g., CGMS, PMP, CNAP).
  • Graduate-level training in research or program evaluation.
  • Experience combining traditional culture with DV healing work.
  • Certified trainer in DV best practices like Trauma-Focused CBT or DV Housing First.

 

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & ONGOING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Keep NACP Advanced or Supervisor-level certification (renew every two years).
  • Complete 24 hours of training each year, including 10 hours on leadership or grant work.
  • Keep CPR/First Aid and mandatory reporter training up to date.
  • Join regular peer support or supervision to deal with stress and lead ethically.

 

*Tribal Preference Applies – Tribal Preference grants preference in employment to qualified enrolled Spokane Tribal Citizens, Spouses of Spokane Tribal Citizens, First Line Descendants of Spokane Tribal Citizens, and Citizens of other Tribes and Other Applicants, in that order.

 

*Safety Sensitive Background – Requires a higher standard of performance and behavior.

 

 

MUST APPLY ONLINE: https://spokanetribe.bamboohr.com/careers/463?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

Confirmation receipt of on-line application submission and interview status will be sent to all applicants e-mail address used when applying. Applicants are responsible to regularly monitor their e-mail for interview notifications.

 

Contact: Donnie Lebret, DCWMHC HR Director

E-mail: donnie.lebret@dcwmhc.com

Phone: 509-258-4517 ext.767

Applications must be received in the Human Resource Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.

The Spokane Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy

All Applicants are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Test

All Positions with the Spokane tribe of Indians are subject to a 90-day orientation period