Community Education Director

JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Community Education Director
LOCATION: Red Cliff Tribal Education Building 
SALARY: Negotiable depending upon qualifications 
SUPERVISOR: Education Division Administrator 
THIS IS A REGULAR FULL-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION

JOBSUMMARY: Assist with strategic plan for Red Cliff regarding the future direction of tribal education, focusing on K-12, post-secondary and community education. Components of the plan must include multi-year goals and objectives. Maintain overall responsibility for administration of education related Bureau of Indian Affairs contracts, including but not limited to Higher Education, Johnson O’Malley (JOM), and community education programming.

DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and administer an annual educational needs assessment to obtain input from the community as an integral part of strategic planning for education for the Red Cliff tribe.
2. Engage the Tribal Board of Education, JOM Committee, and other stakeholders in the Red Cliff community. Develop short- and long-term goals, objectives, and an action plan which aligns with tribal priorities.
3. Administer education and related contracts, including BIA funded Higher Education, Job Training, Job Placement, Johnson O’Malley, and other educational funding sources.
4. Assist current and potential college/vocational students of all ages with locating possible grants and scholarships. Seek additional educational resources for students and the Education Department.
5. Collaborate with the Red Cliff Early Childhood Center, Bayfield School, and other educational entities.
6. Serve as an advocate for Red Cliff students attending Bayfield School and other educational entities.
7. Maintain relationships with post-secondary educational institutions and their representatives.
8. Network with other Tribal Education Directors, especially with other tribes in Wisconsin.
9. Prepare and submit quarterly reports to include progress in meeting identified strategic goals, objectives, and activities during the previous quarter. Prepare and submit additional reports such as Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) as required by funding agencies.
10. Be respectful and responsive to the educational needs of the community.
11. Attending meetings and training sessions as directed.
12. Must have strong computer skills including excel.
13. Must submit to criminal background check and maintain confidentiality.
14. . The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORYAUTHORITY:AdministrativeAssistantposition,andIASCoordinator
positionKNOWLEDGE:QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum of bachelor’s degree required.
2. Prior work experience in the education or administration field is required.
3. Must have demonstrated leadership skills.
4. Must have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
5. Must be committed to enhancing Indigenous education through formal and informal means.
6. Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle and appropriate vehicle coverage. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a condition of employment.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Person will have daily contact with Tribal Department and Program staff along with vendors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position is mainly sitting with some walking, stooping, and bending required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The Tribal Education Office is a smoke-free building.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Person will be required to attend trainings or meeting locally or out of the area.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at the employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: The following items are required for this position:

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website.

1. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.

1. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.

1. Resume required; cover letter, optional.
2. Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

Please download the forms from the links below.  Complete the forms and save them.  Then, please upload and attach them as "other" attachments with your application.
Consent Form
Tribal Background Investigation Form

FORFURTHERINFORMATIONCONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa 

Human Resources Department

88455PikeRoad

Bayfield, WI54814 

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

hr-helpdesk@redcliff-nsn.gov

(715)779-3700

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Workplace Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Workplace Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43 and are under a continuing obligationtosupplementthisapplicationforemploymentwithinformationconcerningany convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.

Salary : $29