What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant position at Lummi Nation?
Open Date
03/21/2025
Close Date
(Until Filled Not Entered)
Department
123
Kwenangets
Duration
1
Regular Full - Time
Vacancies
1
Job Summary
The future of the Lummi Nation depends on the wellness and education of our children, in both the western sense, and in accordance with Lummi culture. The Lummi Child Welfare Program is charged with a legal obligation in Title 8 of the Lummi Code of Laws to investigate complaints that Lummi children and children in the Lummi community may not be safe and/or properly cared for. Child Welfare employees are responsible for performing this legal duty.The Office Assistant for Child Welfare performs an essential role in the success of the Child Welfare Program’s efforts to provide the best possible service to the Lummi People. The Office Assistant greets the public, listens to their needs, and refers them to the proper staff members. The Office Assistant also works closely with employees from other LIBC agencies, and Washington State Children Administration employees to gather and distribute information. The Office Assistant is responsible for recording and distributing court documents and service provider reports and completing Personnel Action and Payroll forms. The Office Assistant is regularly required to shop for office and family assistance supplies and arrange for the repair of Dept vehicles. The Office Assistant is also required to accomplish daily administrative and clerical tasks that ensure the smooth operation of the Child Welfare Office and Kwenangets Department.
