What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tribal Administrative Specialist position at Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians?
THE TORRES MARTINEZ DESERT CAHUILLA INDIANS
JOB DESCRIPTION
For Posting Purposes Only
JOB TITLE: Tribal Administrative Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Administration
SALARY: $27.63 per hour non-negotiable
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY : Under the direction of the Tribal Administrator (“Supervisor”) this position will primarily be responsible to specialize and assist the Supervisor in the development stages of assigned Tribal programs and projects (Social, Economic, Governance).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Including but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities.
- Leads in all phases of the development of the planning process for tribal programs, projects, and services, including assessment, design, implementation and evaluation stages
- Conducts community assessments and outreach
- Assists Supervisor in all phases of the development of applicable Tribal policies, procedures, ordinances, and regulations
- Applies applicable Tribal, Federal, State and local standards and practices to daily operations
- Assists Supervisor in the drafting and implementation of Tribal Government directives, records of motion, and resolutions
- Prepares documents such as correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes
- Attends meetings, activities, and workshops to conduct governmental business
- Acts as liaison to Supervisor when assigned Works as point-of-contact to assist Supervisor in management of assigned projects and programs
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Non-Supervisory
OTHER DUTIES:
- Maintains public trust
- Attend mandatory trainings, workshops, and conferences
- Travel as required to perform duties Perform related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
K NOWLEDGE OF:
- Ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of the Tribal policies and procedures for tribal operations
- Working knowledge of advising programs, ability to provide consistent information in an advising environment
- Working knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior Basic understanding of applicable programs, projects, and departments standards and phases of development
A BI L I T Y TO:
- Apply cultural sensitivity to cultural relevant programming, primarily Native American
- Plan and implement effective operations
- Demonstrate leadership skills, including negotiation, problem solving, and decision making
- Apply sound professional judgment and problem-solving skills
- Work independently
- Gather and analyze data
- Reason logically, draw valid conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations
- Communicate with a diverse constituency in both verbal and written form
- Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, email, internet, website design, and maintenance
- Observe and follow regulations and standards
- Work cooperatively with others, including engaging good interpersonal and organizational skills Maintain files
E DUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A n equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered. Two (2) years of related work experience will be equal to 30 college credits and vice versa.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 (two) years related experience working in Tribal administration with Tribal staff, administrators, and especially in partnership with Tribal members or related field. OR
Associates in Arts Degree from an accredited college or university preferred and six (6) years related experience working in Tribal administration with Tribal staff, administrators, and especially in partnership with Tribal members or related field. OR
High School Diploma or equivalency certificate required and eight (10) ten years of related experience working in Tribal administration with Tribal staff, administrators, and especially in partnership with Tribal members or related field.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: To perform and to continue to be qualified for this position, the requirements listed below must be met at a time of hire or may be obtained within a specific amount of time depending on the position requirements. Costs for required certifications, licenses, and registration are to be covered by employee, unless offered by the Tribe.
- Prior to hiring and throughout employment must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License and maintain insurability under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy
- Acquire during employment OMB Circular Certificate Acquire during employment Project Management Certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
- Seeing to read a variety of materials
- Sitting, walking, and standing for extended periods of time
- Bending at the waist, kneeling, and crouching to file materials Lifting heavy items at times (up to 10 lbs.)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Driving a vehicle
- Indoor office environment
- Outdoor activity Dealing with difficult people
TMDCI Member/Indian Preference Policy:
The Tribe shall, to the greatest extent feasible, give preference in employment to Indian applicants who meet the required qualifications in accordance with applicable law, including the TERO Ordinance. “Indian preference in employment” as used in this policy, applies in all aspects of the employment relationship including, hiring, termination of employment, promotion, training, transfer, and related issues.
Notice of Drug Free Workplace Act Requirements:
The Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians are required to implement the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §741 ). As such, it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees that are reasonably suspected of violating this Act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. A drug screening test will be given to all applicants prior to employment.
Essential Government Functions:
All work performed under this job classification is in support of essential governmental functions of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians .
Job Description Subject to Change
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