The Member of the Board of Directors will participate in quarterly meetings, plus a minimum of two hours per month to support project-based communication and must possess a strong background and experience in advancing company growth. This position requires in-person attendance.

1. Duty of Care
2. Duty of Loyalty
3. Duty of Confidentiality
4. Duty of Disclosure and Candor
5. Must remain in good standing during Board tenure.
6. Must advise the Chief Executive Officer and other key management as appropriate.
7. Must participate in setting strategic goals of the company.
8. Must adhere to the charter, bylaws and established policies and procedures of the company and Board, including but not limited to the DDC Donations Policy.
9. Must work as team member and in concert with fellow Board members while voting his or her conscience on issues where there is legitimate disagreement. This is especially important where a decision may run counter to the purposes, best interests or established charter, bylaws or policies of the company.
10. Must not request funds from the company for personal or “pet” projects not substantially related to the operations and objectives of DDC or the respective subsidiary or pursued in whole or in part for personal or family gain.

Applicants must submit resume, letter of interest, and certifications/licensures as ONE document upon application:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Certifications/Licensures
• BOD Application (will be sent to candidate after resume submitted)   

Any questions, please contact bod.support@ddc-dine.com

*** CLOSING DATE OF May 3, 2024 @ 5PM MST. ***

1. Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in corporate governance, business ownership, management, accounting, operations, or related fields.

2. Have a working understanding of business finance and reporting, including but not limited to Business Plans, Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Analysis and Pro Forma Financial Projections.

3. Have a demonstrated knowledge of alternative business models (e.g., corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, etc.), business planning, marketing, and due diligence.

4. Have a college degree in business administration, business management, finance, accounting, marketing, legal, engineering, natural resources or related technical fields or the equivalent years of experience in such fields.

5. Have a working knowledge of sources for financing of, and technical assistance for, business ventures, especially in Indian country.

6. Have an understanding of, and the ability to access, various economic development and business networks.

7. Must accept the fiduciary duties and responsibilities of Board membership, including execution of a confidentiality agreement, etc.

8. Must not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving dishonesty or moral turpitude, including, but not limited to, extortion, embezzlement, bribery, perjury, fraud, and theft, and must not have violated any applicable ethics rules.

9. Must not be a public employee or an elected public official of the Navajo Nation government, including but not limited to, Navajo Nation Council delegates, Chapter officials, grazing committee members, commissioners, land board members and farm board members, 2 N.N.C §§ 3743(Q), (S). See Navajo Nation DOJ legal opinion dated October 26, 2005. A Board member who becomes a public employee or public official of the Navajo Nation must resign immediately from the Board.

10. Must not be a member of the immediate or extended family of any member of the Board and must not be a chief executive officer, corporate officer, or employee of DDC or its subsidiaries.

11. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background and credit check performed by DDC.

12. The Board shall strive to maintain a majority of its membership with individuals enrolled with the Navajo Nation and at least one member with CPA or similar financial credentials.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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