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Position Summary The Financial Operations Specialist provides direct, hands-on support to Tribal Colleges and  Universities (TCUs) to address financial management challenges and strengthen audit readiness.  The Specialist works directly with TCU finance staff to triage audit findings, support corrective  actions, and provide targeted training and technical assistance.  This position reports to the Senior Director of Member and Student Services. Key Responsibilities • Financial & Audit Triage o Respond to requests from TCUs experiencing financial or audit-related challenges o Conduct structured assessments of financial processes, controls, and reporting gaps o Escalate complex or high-risk issues as needed o Work closely with AIHEC CFO and Finance Team to ensure alignment with standards o Track recurring financial and audit issues across TCUs to inform AIHEC technical  assistance and policy priorities • Audit Readiness & Follow-Through o Assist TCUs in...

JOB PURPOSE: We seek a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct cutting-edge research in the area of quantum sensing at the intersection of quantum physics, electrical engineering, materials science, chemistry, and advanced measurement science. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and application of quantum-enabled sensors with unprecedented sensitivity for food security applications, as well as other research, administrative, and outreach duties assigned by the PI. The postdoctoral researcher will work closely with faculty, undergraduate students, graduate students, and interdisciplinary collaborators across physics, engineering, and applied sciences, and will have opportunities to publish in high-impact journals and present results at international conferences. This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of...

SCOPE OF WORK         Under the direction of the Dean of Academic and Distance Leaming, the Tribal Governance and Business Management Department Chair is the academic, research and services leader of the department and is responsible for its overall development and academic integrity. The position provides leadership and coordination for all activities in the Tribal Governance and Business Management Department, including setting program direction, establishing priorities with faculty members, and promoting a continuous improvement model. The position promotes and secures competitive funding to help sustain the TGBM Program at Northwest Indian College. The Department Chair works with other Department Chairs to administer the academic program for the College and improve academic services and programs offered by the NWIC.         The Department Chair is expected to be familiar with key principles and understandings of Indigenous Tribal Governance and Business Management which...

The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) is the collective spirit and unifying voice of our nation's Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs). AIHEC supports American Indian and Alaska Native higher education through dedicated research and programmatic initiatives designed to strengthen Native languages, cultures, and Tribal communities. By leveraging its unique position, AIHEC serves as a collaborative partner, providing essential services to member institutions and emerging TCUs. Additionally, AIHEC produces the Tribal College Journal (TCJ), a premier national publication sharing insights on American Indian education. Position Summary The Director of Workforce Development provides strategic leadership of AIHEC’s newly established Tribal Workforce Development Initiative (see initiative overview in Appendix below), which works to strengthen the ability of TCUs to serve as workforce and economic development partners with Tribal Nations by improving access to...

REPORTS TO: Career and Workforce Development Manager/Director   POSITION TYPE: Adjunct ( Position is subject to evolve to full-time position with benefits)   WORK SCHEDULE: Per Semester/Course Contract   COMPENSATION: Course Credit Courses: $1,150 to $1,725 per course credit, determined by education credentials; CEUs: $40 per hour; + lodging and meals for business-related travel   CLOSING DATE: Until Filled   Iḷisaġvik College is rooted in the ancestral homeland of the Iñupiat. As an institution, we are “Unapologetically Iñupiaq.” This means exercising the sovereign inherent freedom to educate our community through and supported by our Iñupiaq worldview, values, knowledge, and protocols. The Iñupiaq way of life is woven into our curriculum, programs, activities, and daily interactions within Iḷisaġvik College and our community partners.   SUMMARY OF...

SUMMARY The Workforce Development Coordinator serves as a student-centered leader responsible for advancing workforce development initiatives that connect students to meaningful career pathways and support tribal and regional economic growth. This position focuses on building strong relationships with students, community partners, employers, and educational systems to expand access to career and technical opportunities.   The Coordinator leads the development, coordination, and evaluation of workforce programs, supports student success through career readiness initiatives, and ensures alignment with community workforce needs. This position will also support institutional readiness for emerging federal financial aid programs, including Workforce Pell, by helping to ensure short-term programs meet eligibility, credentialing, and outcomes accountability requirement. This role may also oversee grant-funded initiatives that enhance student access, training opportunities, and...