Youth Development Coordinator

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

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Opens: February 04, 2025
Closes: February 14, 2025

Department: Boys and Girls Club Reports to (title): Branch Director- Nett Lake

Job Code: N-4 Job Location: Boys and Girls Club of Bois Forte-Nett
Lake, MN

Pay Range: Min: $12.00 Mid: $15.00 Max: $18.00 Supervises: No

Hours/week: 20-25 Classification: Non-Exempt

Type of Position: Part-Time Effective Date: 03/24/2024

Indian Child Protection
Background:

Yes Revised Date: 03/24/2024

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.

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

POSITION PURPOSE

Plans and leads a variety of activities provided within a specific program area, such as Sports, Fitness & Recreation, Health & Life
Skills, Character & Leadership Development, The Arts and Education & Career Development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.

2. Promote and stimulate program participation.

3. Provide guidance and role modeling to members.

4. Maintain a safe environment for members, both physically and emotionally.

5. Exhibits a warm, concerned attitude toward youth that uses a positive approach in dealing with individuals as well as

groups of children.

6. Effectively plan and lead programs, services, and activities for members.

7. Positively interact and communicate with supervisors, other staff, volunteers, and members at all times.

8. Develop and offer at least one new program/activity per week, and update program tracker to reflect those activities.

9. Plan and lead special programs and / or events at site.

10. Oversee and maintain program equipment, supplies, and facilities including clean up and proper use.

11. Maintain close, daily contact with Club members and supervisors to receive / provide information, discuss issues and

explain guidelines / instructions.

12. Maintain positive relations with school personnel, the general public and member families at all times.

13. 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.

14. Other responsibilities assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: • Three months to a year in related experience.

Education: • No degree required.

License/Certification: • Driver’s License is preferred but not a requirement for this position.

Mandatory Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities and
Other Qualifications:

• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.

• Ability to relate well with children in Boys and Girls Club group environment.

• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.

• Good working knowledge of Minnesota Chippewa Tribe Revised Constitution and By-laws,

• Ability to use electronic database systems and facilitate transfer and maintenance of electronic

• Ability to make sound independent judgments on potentially sensitive, personal issues.

• Good working relationships with the general public and Indian leadership.

• Ability and willingness to strictly adhere to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.

• Must be able to type with minimal errors.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and

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

• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None.

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. 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 members.

Mental demands: The employee must be able to handle frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with
a wider variety of people.

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. APPLICANTS MUST NOT HAVE ANY OF THE
FOLLOWING MISDEMEANOR OR FELONY CHARGES IN THE PREVIOUS 3 YEARS – MURDER, CHILD
ABUSE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, THEFT, ABDUCTION OR HUMAN TRAFFICKING, A CRIME INVOLVING
RAPE OR SEXUAL ASSAULT, ARSON, WEAPONS, PHYSICAL ASSAULT OR BATTERY, DRUG
POSSESSION, DRUG USE, OR DISTRIBUTION OF DRUGS, OR ANY CONVICTIONS AGAINST CHILDREN,
INCLUDING CHILD PORNOGRAPHY.

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.