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Director of Finance
NW Casino - up to $100k, relo package. Bachelors degree in Finance or
equivalent intermediate course work , 4+ years as CFO, gaming experience
preferred, CPA preferred. E-mail resume to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Firefighter/EMT -- 2 positions
PRAIRIE BAND POTAWATOMI NATION
Under the direction of a shift Captain and/or Lieutenant, protect life and
property through fire suppression, fire prevention, rescue and emergency medical
aid. Perform hazardous materials containment and provide education to public.
Perform work on a full time basis in an hourly position. This position will
require that the Firefighter/EMT work 24-hour shifts. The shifts begin at 0800
and end at 0800 the next day. The duty days and hours will be on an A-B-C shift
schedule and may change at the discretion of the Director of Emergency Services.
Education
Minimum: High School Diploma or GED certificate of completion. EMT Certified
Preferred: Some college.
Field of Study: Fire Science.
Training and Experience
Minimum: One to five years.
Preferred: One to eight years.
One-year firefighting experience (paid or volunteer) is desirable but not
required. One (1) year experience of Emergency Medical Technician experience
preferred but not required. Must be willing to attend a two (2) week
firefighting academy with passing grade. Dir of Finance
NW Casino, up to $103k plus relo package. Bachelors Degree and 5+ years CFO
exp., preference to gaming experience and CPA. E-mail resumes to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Dir of Finance
NW Casino, up to $103k plus relo package. Bachelors Degree and 5+ years CFO
exp., preference to gaming experience and CPA. E-mail resumes to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Dir of Finance
NW Casino, up to $103k plus relo package. Bachelors Degree and 5+ years CFO
exp., preference to gaming experience and CPA. E-mail resumes to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Firefighter/EMT -- 2 positions
PRAIRIE BAND POTAWATOMI NATION
Under the direction of a shift Captain and/or Lieutenant, protect life and
property through fire suppression, fire prevention, rescue and emergency medical
aid. Perform hazardous materials containment and provide education to public.
Perform work on a full time basis in an hourly position. This position will
require that the Firefighter/EMT work 24-hour shifts. The shifts begin at 0800
and end at 0800 the next day. The duty days and hours will be on an A-B-C shift
schedule and may change at the discretion of the Director of Emergency Services.
Education
Minimum: High School Diploma or GED certificate of completion. EMT Certified
Preferred: Some college.
Field of Study: Fire Science.
Training and Experience
Minimum: One to five years.
Preferred: One to eight years.
One-year firefighting experience (paid or volunteer) is desirable but not
required. One (1) year experience of Emergency Medical Technician experience
preferred but not required. Must be willing to attend a two (2) week
firefighting academy with passing grade.
Country Music Artist Needed
Looking for country artist to play casinos. Please contact Kellie Pruitt/for
Sonny Foster, Netex Productions Sonny Foster
418 Walnut
Mt. Pleasant, TX
75455
(903) 577-7385 voice
(903) 577-0222 fax
E-mail: netex@sbcglobal.net
Sr. Financial Analyst
Pac NW Casino - $51-$81k.
Requirements -
Knowledge of:
. Relational databases and spreadsheets.
. Principles and practices of financial, marketing, and accounting analysis.
Skill in:
. Compiling data and conducting financial analyses.
Education/Experience:
. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or Finance, and a minimum of 6 years
marketing/financial/accounting analysis experience.
. Must have experience with relational databases and complex analyses,
preferably as it relates to marketing.
E-mail resume to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Firefighter/Paramedic
PRAIRIE BAND POTAWATOMI NATION
Under the direction of a shift Captain and/or Lieutenant, protect life and
property through fire suppression, fire prevention, rescue and emergency medical
aid. Perform hazardous materials containment and provide education to public.
Perform work on a full time basis in an hourly position. This position will
require that the Firefighter/MICT work 24-hour shifts. The shifts begin at 0800
and end at 0800 the next day. The duty days and hours will be on an A-B-C shift
schedule and may change at the discretion of the Director of Emergency Services.
Continued
Education
Minimum: FF I and II preferred, Associates or equivalent years of experience will be considered
Preferred: Bachelors.
Field of Study: Fire Science, Emergency Services or Business Management
Training and Experience
Minimum: One to five years.
Preferred: One to eight years.
Contact: hr@pbpnation.org
Police Officer
PRAIRIE BAND POTAWATOMI NATION
Protects life and property and maintains the peace, welfare and safety of
all within the jurisdiction and functions under the terms of the current Prairie
Band Potawatomi (PBP
Law and Order Codes.
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Education
Minimum: High School diploma or GED and must obtain Law Enforcement Certification within 12 months.
Preferred: Associate degree
Field of Study: Criminal Justice
Training and Experience
Minimum: One to two years.
Preferred: Two to five years as a law enforcement officer.
Contact: hr@pbpnation.org
Director of Community Development
The National Indian Child Welfare Association based in Portland, Oregon is
seeking a competent director of community development accountable for empowering
client communities to improve the lives of their children and families. This is
a challenging and demanding position requiring high levels of focused attention,
diplomacy, interpersonal communication, precision, service program analysis and
design, and uncompromising accountability and loyalty. Experience working in
American Indian culture, Indian Country, tribal social service systems, and
tribal government structure required.
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Qualifications: graduate degree in social services, human resources, education, business management, or related field or equivalent specialized experience; ability to direct, coordinate, and implement comprehensive social services programs with expertise in mental health, Indian child welfare, and working in Indian Country; proficiency in interagency relationships acting as liaison between staff, upper management, and other departments; ability to meet with, solicit the cooperation of, and deal effectively with tribal councils, boards, social service administrations, individuals and public and government funding agencies; demonstrated use of good facilitation skills; skill in interpersonal relationships; demonstrated understanding of the planning process and its use as an effective management tool; ability to use analytical, consensus-building, and problem solving skills; and skill in supervising staff working in a team environment. Must have demonstrated ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in an effective, professional, and timely manner. Travel 40% to 60% of work year. Salary range is $51K to $75K DOE, excellent benefit package. E-mail resume, cover letter, and salary history to
carmen@nicwa.org , fax to (503) 222-4007 attn: Carmen Farmer, or mail to NICWA, 5100 SW Macadam Ave, #300, Portland, OR 97239. Open until filled. Job description can be viewed at
http://www.nicwa.org/careers/.
Project Support (administrative)
PROJECT SUPPORT ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION
PROJECT SUPPORT. An administrative support position is being recruited for a
national Indian child welfare agency in Portland, Oregon. Responsible for 1)
completing a wide variety of administrative and secretarial work in an accurate,
professional and timely manner and 2) arranging and implementing detailed
communications, announcements, publications, proceedings records, personnel,
facilities, shipping and other logistical responsibilities in support of a broad
range of activities and personnel.
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This is an outstanding administrative career opportunity with a first-class nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Indian children and their families across North America. Candidates need to enjoy and be adept in producing high-volumes of precise, high-quality and correct work on time, organizing and managing multiple simultaneous projects and complex assignments with simultaneous due dates that involve numerous stakeholders and support personnel; processing detail-rich information according to assigned specifications; and dealing with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in secretarial services or business management, human resources, social services or related field or specialized equivalent experience is required. High-level word processing, proofreading, and organizational skills required. General knowledge of American Indian tribal culture and programs is preferred. Salary range is $17,400 - $34,000 dependent upon experience; excellent benefit plan available.
See full job description at
http://www.nicwa.org/careers/
E-mail resume to cfarmer@nicwa.org ; mail to Carmen Farmer, NICWA, 5100 SW Macadam, Suite 300, Portland, OR 97239; or fax to (503) 222-4007. Open until filled.
Auditor, Internal Audit Administration
Location: Finance, ACT National Office, Iowa City, Iowa
Details
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance;
and 3 to 5 years of relevant audit experience; a CPA or CIA (or the commitment
to obtain within two years); or the equivalent combination of education and
experience.
Essential Job Functions: Plan, execute, and communicate, both in
writing and in oral presentations, internal audits of selected areas. Exercise
excellent judgment in reviewing audit related materials, critiquing processes
and controls, and communicating the relevance and significance of items noted.
Typical work related activities include:
- Perform a risk assessment of the process or function to be audited that
will serve as the basis for the audit program.
- Develop the audit programs for selected audits.
- Assess the quality of the internal controls.
- Determine compliance with policies, rules, regulations and laws.
- Conduct audits in a professional, courteous manner that promotes
teamwork and excellent interdepartmental relationships.
- Document test work and controls in a complete and accurate manner
including narrative, flowchart, spreadsheet and other documentation tools
- Assist the Director with the annual Audit Plan development, external
audit preparation and documentation, and Audit Committee documents.
- Obtain and maintain appropriate professional licensure.
- Respect and protect the confidentiality of all materials and
conversations related to audit work.
- Exercise due professional care in forming opinions on controls and
processes.
- Prepare written audit reports and summaries that require minimal
revision of content or grammar.
Compensation: Starting salary commensurate with qualifications.
Excellent working environment.
Reports to: Director, Internal Audit
Applications: For more information about ACT and how to apply for
this position, visit the employment page of our website (www.act.org/humanresources)
and click on the position listing.
ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Values Diversity in People and Ideas.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Sous Chef
Pac NW Casino/Resort, $40-$45k, discounted on-site housing available, relo
assistance. E-mail resume to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Grant Writer
Michigan tribe is looking for experienced grant writer to research and write
grant proposals for Tribal Government. Manage grant process from researching
grants through receipt of grants and managing grant paperwork. Send outline of
grant writing experience, resume, and letter to: Little Traverse Bay Bands of
Odawa Indians, HR Department, 7500 Odawa Circle, Harbor Springs, MI 49740. Full
job description at: www.ltbbodawa-nsn.gov
or e-mail hr@ltbbodawa-nsn.gov
MIS Webmaster/Network Support
Michigan tribe is looking for a skilled IT worker for website design/maintenance
and network support. Knowledge of TCP/IP networking, Windows Server 2003,
Exchange Server, MS desktop operating systems. Send Web portfolio, resume, and
letter to: Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, HR Department, 7500 Odawa
Circle, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740. Full job description at:
www.ltbbodawa-nsn.gov or e-mail
hr@ltbbodawa-nsn.gov
GM
Pac NW Casino/Resort - $120 - $140k. 10+ years upper management with Hospitality
/ Resort / Casino experience. Degree preferred, Indian gaming A Plus.
E-mail resume to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Tribal Prosecutor
The Prosecutor supervises the prosecution of cases filed on issues regarding
tribal sovereignty and the exercise of tribal jurisdiction over child welfare,
juvenile delinquency matters, criminal law violations, and traffic violations.
The Prosecutor will represent the Tribe in all hearings before the Tribal, State
and Federal Courts. Presents information in an ethical manner, assuring that
justice is upheld according to the laws of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum: Law Degree.
Preferred: Law Degree.
Field of Study: Law.
Training and Experience
Minimum: Zero to two years.
Preferred: Must be a member of the PBP Nation Bar Association or willing and
eligible to become a member at earliest opportunity.
Submit application, resume, copy of driver’s license and copy of Motor Vehicle
Record to:
Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation
Human Resources
16281 Q Road
Mayetta KS 66509
Phone: (785) 966-3060
Toll Free: 1-866-694-3937
Fax: (785) 966-3062
For more information visit our website:
www.pbpnation.org/hr
Clinical Psychologist
The University of Nevada Reno, Counseling Services is looking for a dynamic
clinical or counseling psychologist to join a dedicated group of fellow
administrative faculty members. Counseling Services at UNR provides a full range
of clinical, counseling and assessment services to a culturally and economically
diverse population of more that 16,600 students on a twelve month/yearly basis
that includes some on call duties. The incumbent will also provide clinical
supervision to graduate students, participate in outreach activities to the
entire campus and deliver the full range of psychological services to our
student clients. We are particularly looking for someone who has experience in
treating Borderline Personality Disorder and other Axis II Disorders; has a
doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from a regionally
accredited institution (APA-accredited preferred); has three years of
clinical/counseling experience in a university/college or equivalent clinical
setting with at least one year postdoctoral experience; has experience treating
and supervising culturally and economically diverse students; and has a Nevada
Psychologist license or will be licensed in Nevada within two years. The
Reno-Tahoe area is a hidden gem. The opportunities for year-round outdoor
activities and cultural/entertainment experiences are outstanding. Reno has a
mild four-season climate. Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, the Napa Wine country and the
San Francisco Bay Area are all within an easy 2-4 hour drive. For more
information, please visit
www.unrsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53223
Public Safety Director
Pac NW Tribe - $64 - 78k. Supervises the Emergency Management Coordinator,
Police Chief, and Fire Chief, and administrative support staff. REQ: Bachelor’s
degree in public administration, management, planning, public safety, law
enforcement or related field; AND 8 years of upper management level experience
including directing multiple functions and programs, budget management,
community relations, delivery of services to clients and supervision of
employees. E-mail
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net
Facilities Manager
HRPOSTING# 1060-508
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the
following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties
which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully,
an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
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- Plans, organizes and directs the staff and activities of the Facilities
Division, including maintenance operations of the casino resort, as well as
building maintenance and custodial operations.
- Develops, implements and enforces departmental policies and procedures.
- Instructs, trains, supervises, evaluates, and assists in recruiting and
hiring assigned personnel. Ensures employees are properly trained in operations
and safety procedures. Inspects work projects to assure compliance with
specifications, codes and practices.
- Prepares work schedules and outlines work assignments for work crews.
Reviews daily timesheets and/or other work records for completeness and
accuracy. Gives technical advice and assistance to employees on difficult or
unusual work.
- Develops and administers annual division budget for operations and equipment
and long range capital plans for facility improvements. Drafts specifications
and receives bids.
- Maintains inventories and ensures an adequate supply of materials,
equipment, parts and related items. Reviews and approves purchase requests.
- Prepares a variety of reports pertaining to operations, activities and other
issues for submission, as requested.
- Plans, supervises and assists in all aspects of facilities management,
operations landscaping and grounds keeping throughout the casino resort.
- Coordinates with other staff, both internal and external, to ensure proper
oversight of contracted projects and services associated with grounds, buildings
and facilities.
- Attends council meetings and meetings with various boards, authorities,
committees and others as needed. Completes research, prepares and presents
reports. Serves as staff liaison to boards and committees as assigned.
- Keeps abreast of professional developments, new techniques, and current
issues through continued education and professional growth. Maintains
cooperative relations with peers and other governmental units. Attends
conferences, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.
- Responds to public inquiries and investigates complaints regarding casino
resort property.
- Prepares and presents annual budget requests, administers departmental
budget, and ensures that the authorized budgetary and purchasing procedures are
properly used.
Develops and administers capital budget, drafts specifications and receives bids
for the purchase of vehicles, equipment and parts and related items needed for
the facilities.
- Makes fire and safety information available to resort employees.
- Establishes preventative maintenance programs for each area where equipment
requires a plan.
- Performs related work as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee may encounters while performing the
essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in
this position spends about half of their time in the field supervising or
completing hands-on maintenance work. Duties typically involve moderate to heavy
physical activity and exertion, including heavy lifting. An employee in this
position is regularly assigned to work sites with treacherous terrain, fumes,
dust, chemicals or other hazardous materials, loud machinery and equipment and
other dangers associated with maintenance activities or construction sites.An employee in this position must have the strength, stamina and physical
coordination required to participate in maintenance and construction activities
such as lifting extremely heavy items and walking for extended periods. Further,
moderate to heavy physical labor is performed in every type of weather
condition, including extremely adverse weather conditions, extreme heat and
severe cold weather. This position occasionally must work within the confined
space of an excavated site or trench, and is required to have the vision
capabilities and manual dexterity needed to operate all assigned vehicles and
heavy equipment.
Some travel is required.
Ability to work in a smoking environment required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills,
abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential
functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Requirements include the following:
- An Associate’s Degree in construction management, landscape management or
related field is preferred.
- Six years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance
including significant supervisory experience.
- A valid State of Minnesota Driver’s License, a satisfactory driving record,
and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.
- Knowledge of the practices, methods and equipment utilized in facility
maintenance, construction and repair activities, grounds keeping & landscape
management/operations.
- Knowledge of the management approaches and techniques involved in budgeting,
personnel administration, guest services, contract management, capital planning
and project management.
- Knowledge of safety best practices and OSHA regulations.
- Skill in training, supervising and evaluating the work of others.
- Skill in maintaining accurate and thorough reports and records.
- Ability to work constructively and interact professionally with all levels of
employees. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, adjust to changing priorities
and work within deadlines. Ability to use hand tools and power tools is
required. Knowledge of ventilation systems, sound systems, security systems and
mechanical systems required.
- Ability to attend meetings outside of normal business hours.
- Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and lead effectively in
stressful situations.
NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE
HOURS: Will be determined upon hire.
TO APPLY: Submit Complete Application To:
Human Resources Department
Second Floor, Black Bear Hotel
1785 Hwy. 210, Carlton, MN 55718
Contact Person: Jamie Williams, (218) 878-2348
OPENING DATE: May 12, 2008 Salary: D.O.Q.
CLOSING DATE: June 12, 2008 FT Position Available
All positions are subject to an evaluation period upon hire.
Complete job description available at FDL Human Resources Office.
This posting will be used to fill any vacancies occurring within the next 90
days.
Computer Support Specialist
Summary: Primarily responsible for desktop support related to computer
technologies.
Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience and/or education in
computer-related field; aptitude for trouble-shooting and repairing PC systems;
Able to install, configure, & maintain operating systems, productivity software,
a/v software, printers/scanners, etc.
For a complete job description, please visit
www.pawneenation.org or call
(918)762-3621 ext.45. To apply, submit a Pawnee Nation employment application
and resume by 5:00 p.m. on June 4, 2008. Note: This position will remain open
until filled.
Tribal health Planner/Interim Division Director
Summary: Primarily responsible for developing a Division of Health & Community
Services.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor\'s Degree in Public Admin., Planning, Business
Admin., or related field; Two years supervisory experience; Experience writing
proposals and administering grants; Valid Driver\'s License; Insurability with
Pawnee Nation\'s Insurance Carrier For a complete job description, please visit
www.pawneenation.org or call
(918)762-3621 ext. 45.
Mail To: Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
P.O. Box 470
Pawnee, OK 74058
Diabetes Coordinator
Summary: Primarily responsible for Diabetes education, prevention, treatment,
and monitoring activities within the Native American community.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor\'s Degree in Health Education or related field;
One Year work experience in health field; Knowledge of research & data
collection; Experience with program planning & implementation; Valid Driver\'s
License; Insurability with Pawnee Nation\'s Insurance Carrier.
For a complete job description, please visit
www.pawneenation.org or call
(918)762-3621 ext.45, To apply, submit to the address listed by 5:00p.m. on June
4, 2008.
Mail to: Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
P.O.
Box 470
Pawnee,
OK 74058
Administrative Assistant/Grants & Contracts
Summary: Primarily responsible for maintenance of official Pawnee Nation grant &
contract files.
Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; Two years clerical work
experience.
For a complete job description, please visit
www.pawneenation.org or call
(918)762-3621 ext.45. To apply submit application and resume by 5:00p.m on June
4, 2008.
Mail to: Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
P.O.
Box 470
Pawnee,
OK 74058
Prosecutor
Pac NW Tribe – salary $59 - 71k. REQ: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited
law school; active membership in the State Bar, in good standing, or ability to
attain reciprocal admission to the bar within six months of hire; one year’s
experience in prosecution or criminal defense; familiarity with basic principles
of federal Indian law, including such topics such as tribal sovereignty and
jurisdiction, and protection of tribal treaty rights. E-mail resume to
MaryModeRecruiter@verizon.net.
Teacher/Special Education (H49271)
This posting will remain open until a qualified applicant is identified. In
order to provide a minimum posting period, it will not be closed before
May-10-2008. After this date, the department will continue to accept and review
applications as long as the posting remains open.
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Term Appointment; funding available through 06/30/2008; continuance beyond that
date is subject to availability of additional funding.
Please refer to "To Apply" section below for additional application materials
required.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Center for Development and
Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for
Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These
centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of
Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the
needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
This position will support the Parent Home Training
Program and will primarily teach parents of children from birth to five years of
age how to use Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) specific strategies and
techniques with their child in their home. In addition, the position will
support other existing programs in the preparation and delivery of training,
technical assistance and consultation to parents, professionals and
paraprofessionals, and individual consultations regarding the development of
positive behavior supports for children with ASD.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year
of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities
specified.
State of New Mexico Department of Education Teaching License.
If you are selected for this position, you will be
required to present official transcripts, certificates, licenses, etc. as
verification of your qualifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated experience:
teaching children with ASD in the home and school settings planning, developing,
writing and implementing curriculum and educational programs in accordance with
educational/treatment of children with ASD in collaborating in the preparation
of individualized educational programs (IEP) for children with ASD Ability to
prepare documentation and reports on programs for children with ASD Ability to
interact effectively with a variety of consumers with ASD, including their
parents, educators and community
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Successful candidate must submit
to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Candidates for this position must be eligible for
employment as verified by the US Department of Health and Human Services Office
of Inspector General (OIG) and the Government Services Administration (GSA);
those individuals on the OIG/GSA Exclusion Lists will not be considered for
hire. Once hired, periodic checks will be made for eligibility of continued
employment.
Refer to Job Description for Physical Requirements and Working Conditions.
TO APPLY: ALL APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE
SUBMITTED VIA eJOBS, OUR ON LINE APPLICATION/RESUME SYSTEM. Go to eJOBS,
http://ejobs.unm.edu to apply.
Per the request of the department your ejobs application
MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A COVER LETTER AND A LIST OF PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES at
the time your application is submitted. The cover letter and list of
professional references should be submitted through eJOBS with your
application/resume.
For assistance with our application process or help
setting up your resume on eJOBS, please contact the Human Resources Service
Center at (505) 277-MyHR (6947), visit
fastinfo.unm.edu or come into our Human Resources Service Center, 1700 Lomas
Blvd. NE Suite 1400, Albuquerque, NM 87131.
All eJOBS applications/resumes must be received no later
than midnight Mountain Time on the day the posting closes.
Travel required.
Director of Community Development
NATIONAL INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ASSOCIATION POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Director of Community Development
SALARY RANGE: $51,000 to $75,000, Level II to Level III
CLASSIFICATION: Management, regular, full-time exempt
SUPERVISOR: Senior Program Director
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RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Community Development of the National Indian
Child Welfare Association is responsible for empowering Indian communities to
improve the lives of their children and families. This position has overall
responsibility for the management, control and delivery of all aspects of this
program and must carry out the following specific responsibilities:
- Technical Assistance
Ensures the provision of accurate, timely and effective consultation and/or
training to all requests for technical assistance from specific grants,
contracts and partnerships, as well as fee-for-service requests from tribes,
agencies, clients, funders, and other NICWA programs o Ensures that the
community development efforts made by this position are shaped by and responsive
to the community served o Ensures that community awareness on these issues is
continuously promoted through written materials and/or public presentations
- Management. Ensures sound management of the program’s services and
administrative duties, including implementation of the program’s work in
accordance with approved organizational goals and objectives, grants and
contracts requirements, financial issues and interagency planning and
relationships
- Quality Assurance. Ensures continuous quality assurance of
program and project activities
- Supervision. Directly supervises personnel
activities for community development staff
DUTIES
- Facilitates partnerships and collaborative relationships with recipients of
technical assistance for mental health and child welfare services, such as
tribal communities and programs, and ensures that the needs and the solutions to
meet those needs are appropriately identified, shaped by, and responsive to the
community, building confidence and ownership of the solutions
- Facilitates
identification of and access to resources to meet a program or community’s
mental health and child welfare needs, such as funding, partnerships, systems
development, operations, evaluation and staff development
- Coordinates the
technical assistance efforts in the program’s contracts and partnerships, with
timely response to requests, appropriate assessment of need and recommended
consultation/training and follow up activities, also ensuring appropriate and
timely communication with contract officers and partners regarding activities
and joint efforts
- Selects and negotiates technical assistance and training
with consultant faculty, including scheduling and costs, coordinates their
travel and maintains ongoing working relationship with each consultant
- Coordinates site planning for provision of mental health and child welfare
technical assistance and training and other meetings related to projects,
including preparation of agenda and meeting/conference flyers and coordination
of registration, presenters, evaluation process and reports
- Administers the
program’s grants and contracts, ensuring that services/deliverables are
performed according to approved scope of work and timelines; sound budget and
fiscal management of all program resources is maintained, including negotiation
of hotel/facility, supplier and consultant contracts to NICWA’s best advantage
and ensuring compliance with NICWA’s established procedures; and authors a
variety of written materials including grant/contract/ other program reports,
technical assistance documents, curriculum, articles, proposals, etc., in a
professional and timely manner
- Carries financial authority as approved by the
board of directors, executive director and senior program director to obligate
funds, negotiate and sign off on program supplier contracts and interagency
agreements, and such authority also includes participation in finalizing program
budgets, and ongoing financial monitoring as outlined in the organization’s
financial procedures manual
- Monitors new and potential problems in Indian
Country related to children’s mental health and child welfare and supports NICWA’s capacity to respond to emerging issues and promotes community awareness
of these issues by making presentations on community development and child
welfare awareness information to conference and meeting audiences in a
professional manner
- Ensures NICWA’s evaluation process is implemented for all
program services, including specific requirements outlined in grants or
contracts, ensuring that high-quality services were provided in accordance with
NICWA’s established quality assurance standards
- Ensures that the board of
directors, executive director, senior program director and other staff are kept
abreast of related program information in a timely manner
- Supervises program
staff, including orientation, training, hiring, promotions, disciplinary
actions, merit awards, salary increases, leave approvals, performance coaching
and appraisals
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires the following qualifications to perform the above duties
and carry out the above responsibilities at all times:
- Has a graduate degree in social services, human resources, education,
business management or related field or equivalent specialized experience
- Has ability to direct, coordinate and implement a comprehensive social
services program with expertise in mental health, Indian child welfare and
working in Indian Country
- Has skill in working in interagency relationships, showing ability to
act as effective liaison between staff, upper management and other
departments
- Has ability to meet with, solicit the cooperation of, and deal
effectively with tribal councils, boards, individuals and public and
government agencies
- Demonstrates use of good facilitation skills
- Has skill in interpersonal relationships, showing sensitivity, empathy,
and sense of fairness to the needs and opinions of others and willingness to
quickly resolve conflicts as well as recognizing positive efforts
- Demonstrates understanding of the planning process and its use as
an effective management tool
- Has ability to uses analytical, consensus building and problem solving
skills
- Has demonstrated the ability to communicate both orally and in writing
in an effective and timely manner
- Has skill in supervising staff working in a team environment, with
specific emphasis on ability to supervise staff to foster contentment,
motivation, and competency and to advocate on behalf of their needs
- Has demonstrated use of sound judgment
- Able to travel approximately 40%-60% of work year
Salary range is $51K to $75K DOE, excellent benefit package. E-mail resume,
cover letter, and salary history to
carmen@nicwa.org, fax to (503) 222-4007 attn: Carmen Farmer, or mail to
NICWA, 5100 SW Macadam Ave, #300, Portland, OR 97239. Open until filled. Job
description can be viewed at
http://www.nicwa.org/careers/
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