Pay Plan Title: Coordinator

Working Title: Tribal Liaison

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Salary Range: $56,270 - $69,898

Office Location: Remote within Trillium’s Southern Region (See requirements section for included counties)

POSTING DETAILS:

Make an Impact

Trillium Health Resources is a Tailored Plan and Managed Care Organization (MCO) serving 46 counties across North Carolina. We manage services for individuals with serious mental health needs, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and intellectual/development (IDD) disabilities. Our mission is to help individuals and families build strong foundations for healthy, fulfilling lives.

Why Work for Us?

Trillium believes that empowering others begins with supporting our team. We offer our employees:

A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Competitive benefits and work-from-home options for most positions
Opportunities for professional growth in a diverse inclusive culture

Every day, our work changes lives – from children thriving through early intervention and school-based therapies, to adults with severe mental illness living independently and contributing to their communities.

If you are looking for a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of others, apply today!

What We’re Looking For

Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for a Tribal Liaison to join our team! The Tribal Liaison is responsible for serving as the primary point of contact for the federally recognized Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and state Tribes within the Trillium Health Resources catchment area. The Tribal Liaison will represent and serve as a conduit between Trillium and tribal leadership, American Indian communities, tribal councils, and advisory boards for the purpose of coordinating all functions and activities, customizing training curricula and communication to reflect each tribe’s unique identity, as well as informing Trillium policies and best practices as it relates to Native American business operations.

On a typical day, you might:

Serve as internal ombudsman for any Tribal member resolving complex issues, navigating systems, and determining appropriate actions to support individuals and address systemic barriers.
Monitor and ensure the integration of the Native American Cultural Sensitivity and Humility Training with the Trillium Staff and Provider Operations.
Coordinate between the Trillium Tribal Administrative Team and the Lumbee Health and Human Services team on a quarterly basis or as requested by the Tribe. Assist in the joint development of the agenda.
Represent Trillium and coordinate joint meetings between state and federal Tribes as appropriate.
Provide and analyze feedback for health disparity issues occurring in the tribal population receiving services through the Lumbee Tribe via Trillium. Work in collaboration with tribal providers and with Trillium’s Contracting Tribal Specialist to identify opportunities for healthcare innovation and improvement for tribal members.

Employee Benefits:

Trillium knows that work/life balance is essential. That’s why we offer:

Typical working hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; flexible work schedules available for some positions with management approval.
Work-from-home options available for most positions
Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 paid holidays in your first year
NC Local Government Retirement Pension (defined-benefit plan) https://www.myncretirement.gov/systems-funds/local-governmental-employees-retirement-system-lgers/lgers-handbook
401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies

Qualifications

Required:

High School diploma/GED and six (6) years’ experience working in the health field with tribal communities and programs; OR
Associate’s degree in Public Policy, Sociology, Education, Ethnic Studies, Social Justice, Social Work, Public Health, Publication Administration, Psychology, or Human Services and four (4) years’ experience working in the health field with tribal communities and programs; OR
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Sociology, Education, Ethnic Studies, Social Justice, Social Work, Public Health, Publication Administration, Psychology, or Human Services and two (2) years’ experience working in the health field with tribal communities and programs; OR
Equivalent combination of education/experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must reside within Trillium’s Southern Region, which includes the following counties: Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Hoke, Lee, Moore, New Hanover, Robeson, and Scotland.
Must be able to travel within catchment as required.

Preferred:

Experience with and understanding of government-to-government relationships between states and sovereign tribal nations
Experience in working with federal and/or state Tribal partners on matters related to contracting or stakeholder engagement

Deadline for Application: Monday August 24, 2026 at 11:59pm

How to Apply

To be considered, submit your application and resume through our ADP Career Center. Your resume must include:

Employer name, dates of service (month/year), average hours worked per week, and essential job duties
Education details (degree type, date awarded, institution, field of study)
Licensure/certification information, if applicable

After submission, your resume will be reviewed to ensure it meets the essential criteria for the position. You’ll be notified by HR regarding your application status as appropriate. All applicants will receive a final update once the recruitment cycle closes.

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Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

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