What are the responsibilities and job description for the KNES EDUCATION SPECIALIST position at Kaw Nation?
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: KNES Education Resource Advisor
CONTROLLING SUPERVISOR: KNES Director
TYPE: Full-Time
LOCATION: Ponca City, Oklahoma
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED with experience in working with Native American Students or Youth. Prefer (2) years of education obtained in accredited Junior College, College, or University. Must be able to pass a background check (no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions for offenses relating to children) and Drug test. Must possess a valid Driver’s License and be insurable. Must be able to pass a physical
SKILLS:
- Must be able to set priorities, organize, and coordinate work efficiently and independently.
- Competent in Microsoft program applications.
- Create and coordinate daily student activities and events that will encourage students to excel in school and personal growth.
- Be able to identify, tutor and monitor students from 1st-12th grade who are not meeting the academic standards and assist by offering additional resources.
- Recruit students that can be enrolled in the KNES program that need assistance.
- Willing to assist with all summer activities.
- All other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
- Must have a knowledge and understanding of Native American Culture and Heritage.
- Develop respectable working relationships with parents, students, and school staff.
- Engage with students of different grade levels at planned educational activities or events.
401K – Health – Dental – Vision – Life – Competitive Pay – Annual Leave – Sick Leave – Holidays Off
Below are the generous benefits of full-time employment when working at the Kaw Nation Tribal Government, Gaming Commission or Business Services:
- Free BlueCross BlueShield Medical (includes Pharmacy) Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma Dental Insurance optional for purchase by employee
- Vision Insurance optional for purchase by employee
- Life Insurance optional for purchase by employee
Also included are generous Annual Leave Days and Sick Leave Days accruals.
- Four (4) hours of Annual Leave begins accruing with the first paycheck and each full check during employment. As the employee’s length of service increases the 4 hours accrued increases to 6 (after 3 years), 8 (after 10 years), and 10 (after 15 years) hours per paycheck.
- Four (4) hours of Sick Leave begins accruing with the first paycheck and each full check during employment. This amount remains the same throughout employment.
If you have questions regarding these or any other benefits of Kaw Nation Tribal Government, Gaming Commission or Business Services, please contact the Human Resources Department at (580) 269-2552.
