Manuel Sanchez
Director
Hoopa,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the Yurok Tribe, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Expert in people management, demonstrated through strategic planning and fostering professional growth. Achieved significant improvements in team collaboration and financial stability, embodying a results-driven approach with a blend of charismatic leadership and budget control skills. Strategic-thinking individual experienced in turning low-performing organizations into top revenue producers. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving customer relationships. Created and follows department policies for a more structured workplace.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
TERO Director
Yurok Tribe - TERO Department
03.2020 - Current
- Led team of 5 employees.
- Developed high-performing team by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Worked closely with Executive Office and Yurok Tribal Council to guide operational strategy.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of Yurok Tribal members, for workforce placement in various fields.
Assistant Director/HR Generalist
Hoopa Valley Tribe - Human Resources Department
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Trained and mentored new and current employees on various employment based trainings, including anti-sexual harassment practices to help create safer work environment.
- Assisted Director in developing and revising Hoopa Tribal Personnel Policies
- Conducted and reported internal investigations on all Tribal employees, to help foster more secure and safer workplace
- Led team of 5 in special projects and daily operations
Administrative Assistant
Hoopa Tribal Chairman
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Created and maintained databases to track all correspondence for Tribal Chairman
- Promoted positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among tribal departments and Hoopa Tribal Council.
- Supported Tribal Chairman and Tribal Council through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Employment and Training Coordinator
Hoopa Valley Tribe - TANF Program
02.2011 - 07.2015
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities, securing necessary equipment, and managing participant registration.
- Compiled training handbook and related course materials.
- Coordinated with department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.
- Created and maintained detailed training records and reports for management review.
- Negotiated labor placement of TANF participants within Tribal Departments and structure.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA 05.2001 -
Vocational Degree - Broadcast Communications
Carolina School of Broadcasting - Charlotte
Charlotte, NC 08.2000 - 12.2000
High School Diploma -
Hoopa Valley High School
Hoopa, CA 08.1993 - 06.1997
Skills
Policy Creation and Compliance
Operations Management
Budget Control
Analytical Thinking
Collaboration
Strategies and goals
Team Management
Verbal and written communication
Contract Negotiation
Crisis Management
Charismatic Leader
Certification
Internal Investigations
Timeline
TERO Director
Yurok Tribe - TERO Department
03.2020 - Current
Internal Investigations
09-2019
Assistant Director/HR Generalist
Hoopa Valley Tribe - Human Resources Department
11.2018 - 03.2020
Administrative Assistant
Hoopa Tribal Chairman
07.2015 - 10.2017
Employment and Training Coordinator
Hoopa Valley Tribe - TANF Program
02.2011 - 07.2015
No Degree - General Studies
College of The Redwoods
05.2001 -
Vocational Degree - Broadcast Communications
Carolina School of Broadcasting - Charlotte
08.2000 - 12.2000
High School Diploma -
Hoopa Valley High School
08.1993 - 06.1997
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