Careers at NICWA

About NICWA

NICWA is a culturally based organization that protects the safety, health, and cultural identity of all Native children and families.

We are searching for candidates with a strong working knowledge of Native culture, Tribal communities, Tribal social services systems, and Tribal government structures; who are creative and have strong project management skills; and want to join and contribute to a team that works together for positive change in the health and well-being of Native children and families. Join NICWA to be a part of this change.

Explore open opportunities below.

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Job Openings

There are no open positions at this time. Please check back later.

 

Communications Manager

Join NICWA as our communications manager and lead strategic communications efforts to amplify NICWA’s mission of promoting the well-being of Native children and families. 

Join us on December 11 for a webinar about this position. Register now!

How to Apply

Submit completed applications materials including NICWA’s Employment Application, a cover letter, and resume to:

Email: Lindsay Early, NICWA Operations Director: Lindsay@nicwa.org

Mail: NICWA, ATTN: Human Resources, 5100 S Macadam Avenue, Suite 300, Portland, OR 97239

Benefits

Benefits are available one month after hire! Full-time staff members receive $1,300 a month to purchase benefits that best meet their families’ needs.

Health

Group medical, dental, and vision, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts

Learning and Development

Generous annual professional development training and education allowance

Flexible Time-off

Up to four weeks vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, and generous sick leave and bereavement leave

Moving Allowance

Moving allowance to help out of state new hires

Retirement

Supports 403(b) retirement plan to help employees plan for the future

Hybrid

Hybrid work environment with two-days in our Portland office each week

Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity

NICWA is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or marital or veteran status. No application will be rejected as a result of a disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.

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