Executive Employee Relations

VIRGIL BROWN JR.

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SENIOR OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE

Navajo Nation Prosecutor Human Services Executive Director Legal Counsel More than 16 years’ in progressively more responsible leadership roles and was in charge of 240+ employees including nine Program Directors. Oversaw a $56M budget for nine departments with wide-ranging and vital executive administration knowledge in public policy in large Indian tribal government departments, programs, boards, committees, outside consultants, businesses and vendors. Proven project management skills involving multi-million dollar construction projects, with a reputation for bringing projects to completion on time and under budget. A strategic and trusted advisor for staff and outside stakeholders on matters of policy and legal matters. Five years in an assigned Human Resources role spearheading critical pilot projects that were executed enterprise wide. Experience includes employee relations, recruitment, amending policies and procedures, grievance hearings and appeals, and working with benefits and workers compensation. Negotiated with Union on employee issues. Member of the Navajo Nation Bar Association for over 20 years.

KEY COMPETENCIES

x Public Policy / Law • Strategic Liaison • Legal Proceedings x Compliance x Community Outreach • Operations Cost Control • Team Builder x Human Resources x Project Management • Native American Affairs • Training & Development x Budget Hearings

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NAVAJO NATION 1990 to 2017

Division of General Services provides support services to the Navajo Nation Government through nine departments and Programs including Transportation (air, ground, & fleet), IT, Housing, Facilities Management, Utilities, Records Management, Transit, and Insurance Services (risk management, safety, benefits, workers’ comp.) Division Director Navajo Nation Division of General Services, 8/2008 – 09/2017 x In charge of a workforce of 240+ including nine 9 program directors, managers and administrators. x Trusted by the Navajo Nation President with high value projects to complete complex tasks on time and within budget for both the Executive and Legislative Branches. x Key advisor to the President and Cabinet Members; created strategic plans, offered guidance, support and decision-making on major complex issues ensuring the best interests of the Dine’. x Brilliant public speaker and esteemed representative of the Division of General Services. x Created and presented complex reports to the President’s Cabinet, Executive Branch Budget Team, Legislative Oversight Committee, Budget & Finance Committee and Council. Key Accomplishments

x Negotiated improved insurance services with minimal cost impact for the Navajo Nation. x Successfully implemented Microsoft certification program for IT Services to administer email. x Implemented a new phone system for voice over IP (VoIP) for the Navajo Nation Government. x Division of General Services considered one of the best divisions for many years during my tenure. x Grew staff of the entire division by 10%, while reducing outsourcing and improving customer service. x Project managed and built a Navajo Transit System Building for existing bus fleet and housing for staff. x Finished construction below budget and early for the tear down and renovation of two buildings totaling $14M. Executive Staff Assistant - Office of the Navajo Nation President/Vice-President, Jul 2008 to Aug 2008 x Successfully completed special assignments given by Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff. x Represented the Office of the President at meetings with officials on strategic planning initiatives. x Advised members needing support for their concerns and issues and liaised them with the proper agency. VIRGIL BROWN JR.

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Legal Counsel - Navajo Nation Department of Child Support Enforcement, Aug 2007 to Jun 2008 x Successfully created new pre-hearing process to settle cases prior to hearings. x Provided legal advice and training to the staff and Child Support Enforcement Officers. x Delivered official representation at child support hearings, and assisted with case settlements. x Reviewed, rectified and responded to more than 5,000 legal documents with the legal team. x Interpreted Navajo Nation laws as they relate to state and federal laws that are applicable to the operation. x Worked with Chief Hearing Officer on many legal issues about Child Support cases and creative ways to expedite cases.

Executive Director - Navajo Nation Office of Ethics & Rules, 2000 to 2007 x Advised the Ethics and Rules Committee and Council Delegates on procedural/legal issues. x Prepared budgets and presented to Budget & Finance Committee, IGR and Navajo Nation Council. x Prosecuted financial impropriety cases against elected officials and employees on behalf of the Navajo Nation.

x Facilitated training and gave wise counsel to thousands of elected officials, directors, employees and community members regarding tribal laws, procedures and policies. x Leveraged law experience with knowledge of the legislative process of the tribe with state and federal laws. x Introduced technology, transportation, and more workspace to make measurable improvements in operations.

School Board Member - Chinle Unified School District, 1995 to 2012 Navajo Nation Prosecutor - Navajo Nation Executive Branch, 1990 to 1999 Legal Counsel - DNA People's Legal Services, 1987 to 1989 EDUCATION & TRAINING

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Northern Arizona University - Flagstaff, AZ

Completed diverse courses in Law, Legislative Process of the Navajo Nation, State and Federal Law, School Law & Related School Board topics, Child Maltreatment subjects, and hundreds of hours of other types of professional trainings to include: National Indian Justice Center, Leadership and Vision, Arizona Legislature and Government, Arizona and New Mexico Legal Services, Inc.

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