Position Summary:

The President serves as the chief executive officer of the University and is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and advancement of the institution.

Leadership & Administration:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all academic, administrative, and operational functions of theUniversity.

  • Superviseseniorleadership,faculty,andstaff;fosteracultureofaccountability, collaboration, and professionalexcellence.

  • Delegate authority as appropriate while maintaining institutional alignment and effectiveness.

  • Lead institutional accreditation efforts and ensure compliance with the HigherLearning commission (HLC), including development of assessment and program review systems.

Governance & Board Relations:

• Serve as the principal advisor to the Board of Regents on all institutional matters, including academic, financial, and operationalpolicy.

  • Collaborate with the Board in the selection and evaluation of senior leadership, including VicePresidents.

  • Develop and recommend policies and procedures to support effective governance and institutionalintegrity.

  • Provide regular, transparent reports to the Board on institutional performance and fiscal health.

Academic & Program Development:

• Lead the development and implementation of academic programs aligned with community needs and institutionalmission.

  • Ensure academic quality, integrity, and relevance across allprograms.

  • Strengthening partnerships with tribal, regional, and national organizations to expand educationalopportunities.

Financial Stewardship & Compliance:

• Oversee the financial health of the institution, including budgeting, resource allocation, and fiscalaccountability.

  • Work in partnership with the Chief Financial Officer to prepare and present annual audits.

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, tribal, and accrediting bodyrequirements.

  • Oversee timely and accurate reporting to granting agencies and regulatoryentities.

Community & External Relations:

• ServeastheprimaryliaisontotheRosebudSiouxTribalCouncil,includingannual reporting in accordance with the Tribal EducationCode.

  • Act as a visible and engaged leader within the community, strengthening trust and collaboration.

  • Represent the University in national and international forums, advancing Indigenous higher educationinitiatives.

  • ServeasabridgebetweentheUniversityandthe SicanguOyate,maintaining accountability to both the Board of Regents and thecommunity.

Cultural Leadership:

• LeadthroughWolakota,ensuringthatallinstitutionaldecisionsreflectrelational accountability,culturalintegrity,andresponsibilitytotheSicanguOyate.

• Support and advance Lakota language revitalization and culturally groundededucation.

• Ensure that institutional practices reflect and honor Lakota values, traditions, and knowledgesystems.

Required Qualifications:

• DemonstratedknowledgeofTribalCollegesandUniversitiesandAmerican Indian/Alaska Nativehigher educationsystems.

• Minimum of five (5) years of senior-level administrative experience in higher education or a relatedfield.

• Master's degree required; earned doctorate (PhD or equivalent)preferred.

• Demonstrated understanding of accreditation processes and institutionalcompliance.

• Proven experience in program development, implementation, andevaluation.

• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets andaudits.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadershipskills.

• Demonstratedabilitytomanageconflictandbuildconsensusacrossdiverse stakeholders.

• Experience with fundraising, grant development, and governmentalrelations.

• Commitment to data-informed decision-making and institutionaleffectiveness.

• AbilityandwillingnesstotravelasarepresentativeoftheUniversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of or fluency in Lakota, Dakota, or Nakatalanguage.

• Demonstrated understanding and embodiment of Wolakotaprinciples.

• Experience working with tribal governments and Nativecommunities.

Leadership Profile:

The ideal candidate will be:

• Acollaborativeandtransparentleaderwhobuildstrustacrossalllevelsoftheinstitution.

• A strategic thinker capable of guiding the University through growth andchange.

• A culturally grounded individual who respects and advances Lakota values andidentity.

• A decisive and accountable administrator with strong organizationalskills.

• A passionate advocate for Indigenous education and communityempowerment.

Confidentiality:

The SGU employee agrees to maintain strict confidentiality regarding FERPA, HIPAA, and the contents of all Sinte Gleska University correspondence, student records, personnel files, and fiscal data.

Additional Information:

Sinte Gleska University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.

The SGU employee is responsible for ensuring that his/her personnel file is current with regard to official evidence of educational qualifications and experiences. Failure to do so prior to start of the contract year may result in not receiving compensation commensurate with claimed advancement in promotional steps.

To apply submit a completed SGU job application with a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent, Resume, Official Transcripts, Verification of College Degree(s), Certificates, Driver License, Tribal ID or abstract. Submit completed application with attachments to the HR Department. For further information contact Vijayakumar Chebrolu, Human Resource Director @ SGU Administration Building or call 605-856-8261/email

vijayakumar.chebrolu@sintegleska.edu

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