National American Indian Housing Council

Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Housing Authority | Executive Director

Published: May 11, 2026
Under: Careers

Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Housing Authority | Executive Director

Closing Date: May 15th, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. (CST).

Position Description:
The Executive Director provides executive leadership and operational direction for a NAHASDA Indian Housing Block Grant program, ensuring the program delivers affordable housing in safe and healthy environments and is administered in a manner consistent with tribal self-determination and self-governance. The Executive Director is accountable for strategic planning, regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, staff leadership, and effective coordination with tribal leadership and other stakeholders to achieve program goals.

Compensation: Compensation is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience. (DOE) Submit salary requirements along with resume.

How to Apply: 
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter, which combined should not exceed five pages. The cover letter shall explain experience and specific abilities as related to the specific required duties of the Executive Director. A minimum of two current letters of recommendation is also required.
Indian Preference will apply to qualified applicants. Applicants claiming Indian Preference must provide BIA Form 4432.

Application packages must be submitted to:
Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Human Resources Department
Attention: Arnold Williams
P.O. Box 509
Agency Village, South Dakota 57262
(605) 698-8240

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