What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Cultural Traditions Specialist ($88,898- $142,237) MTMO position at Muckleshoot Indian Tribe?

JOB SUMMARY

This position will supervise and mentor the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe’s assigned staff to conduct educational and traditional activities and events for the benefit of the community in maintaining the traditions and culture of the tribe.

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

Works with assigned staff and contracted cultural experts to coordinate culture training activities and opportunities to prepare the teachers to educate community members.

Provides reporting to management through updates of the action plans for culture training and educational activities. Understands and meets the responsibility of training in a culturally appropriate way to enhance and support the traditional growth of staff and the community. When working with other professionals must be able to work with a diverse group of cultural practitioners.

Will work in conjunction with the Culture and Language Program to establish and implement policies and procedures governing traditional behaviors, conduct; and guidance in running traditional activities and protocols.

Gathers and instructs staff on cultural arts, materials for use, and develops the means for instruction and cultural activities.

In conjunction with experts and staff develops skills of staff and community in many cultural activities including but not limited to beadwork, weaving, traditional ecological knowledge and basic food sovereignty, song and dance specific to native culture.

In conjunction with assigned staff and experts, plans and hosts required classes and meetings and other activities deemed necessary to promote the community in gathering, traditional ecological knowledge, and basic food sovereignty, song and dance specific to native culture.

In conjunction with contracted experts, will instruct all assigned staff on how to identify and gather a variety of traditional plants, medicines, and foodstuff to complement the sustenance and health of the community.

Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.

EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION

Required: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Five (5) years teaching or instruction of Native American art, or culturally relevant activities and three (3) years supervisory experience. A portfolio of work demonstrating strong artistic ability related to ancestral Salish based art forms. Working knowledge of Muckleshoot Tribal history, art, or culturally relevant activities. Must be enrolled Muckleshoot Tribal member at time of interview.

SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION

Skilled in: Designing and implementing curriculum; teaching; using a computer and standard office equipment; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; listening effectively; problem-solving; conflict resolution; assigning and coordinating work of others; time-management; using relevant equipment and tools needed for cultural projects and activities.

Knowledge of: Principles and methods for training; teaching and instruction for individuals and groups and measurement of training effects; human behavior and performance; learning and motivation; classroom management techniques; Muckleshoot history, culture, and arts; Native American culture and history.

Ability to: Organize activities; read and write; follow verbal and written instructions; work with students in a positive and confident manner; observe safe work practices; establish and maintain cooperative work relationships; arrive to work in a timely manner; attend required training; maintain confidentiality; integrate curriculum in the design, preparation, and construction of cultural items utilizing indigenous processes and practices. Mentor students and colleagues in a constructive manner that encourages teamwork, positive and respectful behaviors and role model character development.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this class. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have manual and finger dexterity for operation of personal computer and routine paperwork; sit, talk, see, or hear; remain still in designing and implementing cultural activities. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, balance, bend at the waist, crouch, kneel, twist, use foot controls, and operate a motor vehicle; lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Cultural Traditions Specialist ($88,898- $142,237) MTMO position at Muckleshoot Indian Tribe?

JOB SUMMARY

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION

SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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