Human Resources Director

JOBDESCRIPTION

POSITION:  Human Resources Director

LOCATION: Red Cliff Tribal Administration Office

SALARY: Negotiable depending upon qualifications

SUPERVISOR(S): Tribal Administration

THISISAREGULARFULL-TIMEEXEMPTPOSITION

JOBSUMMARY: Primarily responsible for the administration and management of the Human Resource Office for tribal operations.

DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Plan and administer all policies related to Personnel Management for tribal operations.
2. Administer and make recommendations on the Tribe's Policies and Procedures.
3. Monitor the personnel files of employee information such as personal data, hire date, compensation, elected benefits, tax data, performance evaluations and reviews or other changes in dates for actions taken during employment and purposes of actions; inputs into Human Resources programs or other data bases.
4. Ensure that personnel records and reporting are in compliance. Continually monitor, maintain, modify and resolve problems in Human Resources data systems.
5. Administer Tribes benefits programs such as group health, pension, drug testing, workers compensation, etc.
6. Maintain and modify the employee evaluation system; assists in resolving employee performance problems; provides guidance to employees and supervisors regarding work performance issues, education and training, and career development.
7. Establishes working relations with employees on multiple levels, through consultation regarding organizational structure, job performance, adherence to policies and procedures, establishing clear performance standards and expectations, while being mindful of human resources best practices and conflict resolution skills.
8. Have working knowledge of confidentiality laws and its application to the workplace and employee rights.
9. Assist in development of job descriptions, classification or reclassification and compensation plans regarding all positions within the Tribe.
10. Direct all phases of hiring process which includes recruitment, posting announcements, background checks, interviews, and presentation of information to Tribal Council, notification to applicants and orientations.
11. Required to attend job related, meetings, in-serviceandtrainingtomaintainprofessionalandtechnicalknowledge.
12. Compiles data, prepares and distributes periodic management reports relating to Human Resources.
13. 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 Tribal Administration.

SUPERVISORYAUTHORITY: Human Resources Assistant, Employee Benefits Specialist and other employee(s) as directed.

KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of Red Cliff community and tribal operations. Knowledge of various laws and regulations on employment.  Knowledgeable of Native American Tribes and the uniqueness of the Red Cliff Community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Prefer individual with a degree in Business Management, Human Resources or related field.
2. Must have a minimum of four years' experience in Personnel Management or Administration.
3. Have basic understanding of all employment laws and regulations.
4. Must have computer knowledge and experience.
5. Must have good oral and written communication skills.
6. Must be able to work under pressure.
7. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality in all office matters.
8. Valid driver's license and at least liability insurance and be eligible to be put on the tribe's vehicle insurance policy and maintain eligibility as a condition of employment.

PERSONALCONTACTS: Daily with Human Resources Assistant, other Human Resources staff, supervisors, staff, community members and various agencies.

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS: Primarily office position that may require bending, lifting and reaching. May need to lift up to 25 pounds.

WORKENVIRONMENT: All tribal buildings are smoke free.

TRAVELREQUIREMENTS: Will be required to attend training and meetings both in state and out of state. Attend Tribal Council meetings as directed.

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 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.
2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.
3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.
4. Resume, required, cover letter, optional.
5. 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI  54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

hr-helpdesk@redcliff-nsn.gov

(715)779-3700 

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place 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 obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.

Salary : $35