Description

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment. Individuals of Indian ancestry will be given preference by law in initial employment or re-employment. 

Position Purpose: 

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for Employment, Employee relations, Compensation and Benefits, Training and Development, and Employee Retention. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Responsible for being a Strategic Business Partner to Peoria Tribe personnel on all human resources related issues. 

· Communicate any concerns with personnel to the Tribal Administrator.

· Conducts employee investigations, maintains personnel files, and offers recommendations in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. 

· Develops and implements human resources programs that support the strategy, goals, and objectives of the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma. 

· Will stay abreast of personnel related issues, guides leaders on the interpretation of employee policy and procedures. 

· Develops or coordinates training and development programs that meet the needs of the Peoria Tribe as they relate to performance improvement, customer service, satisfaction and employee professional growth and development. 

· Establishes performance-based compensation programs that will cover all areas of pay, benefits and training, while creating a work culture that rewards performance and attainment of organizational objectives and goals.

· Establishes recruitment, selection, and promotional programs that support diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

· Develops employee relations programs that support the retention of solid performers and coaching and counseling employees in a fair and respectful manner.

· Hires, trains, and manages employees in accordance with Peoria Tribe department and organization policies and programs.

· Proactively performing employee feedback sessions to gauge workplace satisfaction and to provide feedback to the Director of Human Resources and Chief.

· Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management, or equivalent.

• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources Experience. 
• Management and Tribal Administration is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Must be 21 years of age or older

· Must be able to work with high volumes of confidential information in a professional manner.

· Must be detailed oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

· Must be able to analyze situations and have a high level of emotional intelligence.

· Critical that this position be a team player.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills a must.

· Proficiency with computers and programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet.

Certifications:

· Valid Driver’s License and Insurance.

Conditions of Employment:

The Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma operates a drug-free workplace.

· May be required to submit to and pass applicable drug test and background check.

· Adhere to all work rules, policies & procedures, and safety standards.

Work Requirements:

Position involves prolonged sitting, standing, stooping, or bending, lifting, or carrying up to 30 pounds on a daily basis. Work is generally performed in an office environment with varying levels of lighting, air quality, noise, and / or temperature.