Admissions and Occupancy Manager

Bois Forte Band of Chippewa
5344 Lakeshore Drive Nett Lake MN, 55772 218-757-3261/1-800-221-8129

ADMISSIONS AND OCCUPANCY MANAGER (2 POSITIONS)

Opens: April 15, 2025
Closes: April 28, 2025

Department: Housing Reports to (title): Housing Director

Job Code: N-8 Job Location: Bois Forte Housing- Nett Lake, MN

Pay Range: Min: $15.15 Mid: $18.94 Max: $22.72 Supervises: None

Hours/week: 40 Classification: Non-Exempt

Type of Position: Full-Time Effective Date: 04/14/2025

Indian Child Protection
Background:

Yes Revised Date: 04/14/2025

Telecommute: No

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees of Bois Forte Band of Chippewa are expected to conform to the
following:

• Uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent.

• Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the tribal government (may also be referred to as “Band”).

• Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner with employees, community, visitors, and vendors.

• Comply with Bois Forte Band of Chippewa policies and procedures.

• Maintain a current insurable driver’s license.

• Display respect and understanding of Bois Forte Band of Chippewa traditions and values.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Admissions and Occupancy Manager works closely with all clients to assess their housing needs and determine what program
resources are available to best serve them. The Admissions and Occupancy Manager is responsible for conducting outreach
activities, as well as intake activities to increase resident services and home ownership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Will learn and maintain a working knowledge of the eligibility and management requirements of all assigned programs
and projects.

2. Will solicit, assess, and determine the eligibility of applicants for a variety of programs according to established program
criteria and regulations.

3. Will prepare reports as required and present them to the Housing Director.
4. Will conduct home visits to clients/tenants of the Bois Forte Housing Department to assess and determine their needs.
5. Provide/conduct orientation training to all current and new clients/tenants of the Bois Forte Housing Department for

recertification, referrals, and resources.
6. Coordinate, conduct and document periodic inspection of units to ensure compliance with program requirements and to

verify unit conditions.
7. Identify clients that have not responded to corrective actions and that remain in violation of program requirements;

recommend such clients to the Housing Director for additional corrective action.

8. Maintain a waiting list of applicants for the Department of Housing programs and make recommendations to the
Housing Director for placements of applicants to available units.

9. Make recommendations to the Housing Director for revisions in policies, procedure and recordkeeping, ensuring
regulatory compliance and program effectiveness.

10. Assist with the investigation of client complaints and, where appropriate, assist with resolving the complaints to the
maximum extent possible.

11. Establish and maintain accurate files, suitable for audit, on all assigned clients, programs, and projects.
12. Will attend trainings necessary to the position.
13. Coordinate and implement procedures of tenant move-in and move-outs.
14. As an employee of the Bois Forte Reservation, will follow the Bois Forte Procurement Policy and any other applicable

procurement requirements when obtaining goods and/or services for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.
15. Other job-related duties as assigned by Housing Director and Housing Office Manager.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: • One year of experience in housing program or related area.

Education: • High school diploma or GED.

License/Certification: • NAIHC Certification.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license, be insurable under the Band’s RTC Automobile Policy,

Mandatory Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities and
Other Qualifications:

• Must have knowledge of general business practices, office and filing procedures, computer

• Must have the ability to learn and adhere to NAHASDA, all government regulations and Housing

• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.

• Must have the ability to coordinate and organize all functions related to resident services.

• Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Must have the ability to work with the public, staff, and other agency personnel.

• Must have strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Must be willing to learn all aspects of providing housing services and to pursue appropriate

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software, HDS Software, and

• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Training or certification in Indian Housing.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee
encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the
noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Limited overnight travel may be
required from time to time.

Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, hear and perform repetitive
motions. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in

transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing
are essential to communicate with the community, visitors, employees and vendors.

Mental demands: There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must be able to handle
frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various
and, at times, complicated issues.

TRIBAL AND INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa has implemented a Tribal and Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy,
applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are enrolled members of the Bois
Forte Band of Chippewa Tribe will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position. Members of other
federally recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference for hiring and employment after providing proof of tribal
membership. Tribal and Indian preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER

Confidentiality: All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position may
have access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate
termination.

Background
Investigation:

This position may be subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check
and/or a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, some positions are subject to a 101-630
background check in an effort to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630 “Indian Child Protection
and Family Violence Prevention Act.” Candidates must be able to successfully pass all required
background checks to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning
employment and will be subject to random drug testing.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING APPLIES. INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY. UPON PRESENTATION OF DD-214 WHICH
REFLECTS HONORABLE DISCHARGE, APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS. Please visit our
website at www.boisforte.com to complete an application. Applications are accepted via: Fax, Email, U.S. Mail, and In
Person. Submit applications to: Human Resources Specialist 5344 Lakeshore Drive, Nett Lake, MN 55772, Fax: 218-757-
6781, hrgeneralist@boisforte-nsn.gov Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.