VISION

To provide an environment of improved well-being for our Nez Perce people while valuing culture, traditions, and resources.

GOALS

To maintain an effective and efficient organization to provide for the administration and delivery of services and management of resources.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

The Executive Direction Department is responsible for Natural and Human Resource Management - leadership of tribal staff, employee benefits, and the implementation of the Human Resources Manual; and Governmental Relations - coordinated assistance in relationships with local, state, regional, and federal organizations to promote and represent the Nez Perce Tribe.  Department manager's meetings are held regularly to discuss topics such as the Human Resource Manual, Finance Manual, Pay Scale, Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA), Health/Medical Benefits, reports and cost cutting measures.  The objective is to provide a forum for the managers issues and a communication mechanism for information to  be transmitted to the employees of the Nez Perce Tribe.

STAFF

• Executive Director

• Executive Secretary

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

• Human Resources

• Administration Department

• Education Department

• Fisheries Resource Management Dept.

• Natural Resources Department

• Social Services Department

CONTACT INFORMATION

Lapwai    PHONE: 208-843-7324      FAX: 208-843-7343