What are the responsibilities and job description for the THPO Assistant position at Upper Sioux Community?
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
UPPER SIOUX COMMUNITY
Position: THPO Assistant
Department: Tribal Historic Preservation Office
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am-4pm
Salary: Starting at $20, based on experience
Closing Date: Open until filled
SUMMARY
The THPO Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the comprehensive duties and responsibilities associated
with the Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO). This includes areas such as cultural preservation, site
protection, tribal consultation, and heritage-based projects and education, encompassing Dakota arts,
language, culture, genealogy, research, and more. The assistant may also facilitate project reviews in
accordance with Section 106 and NAGPRA regulations. Additionally, the role involves the development and
maintenance of THPO’s Cultural Sites Database, archives, digital files, and record-keeping, alongside
administrative responsibilities such as event and travel coordination. Furthermore, the assistant may contribute
to achieving grant objectives and preparing necessary reports.
SUPERVISION
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required; preference given to candidates with
experience or education in Historic Preservation or Cultural Resources.
- Effectively collaborate with a variety of people and organizations, including Tribal, Federal, State, and local
- Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating accountability and dedication to assigned tasks.
- Perform under pressure while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines
- Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
- Navigate complex issues related to burial site disturbances, repatriation, and historical injustices with
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
- Travel as needed, including occasional evening and weekend commitments.
- Adapt to evolving responsibilities and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Fundamental understanding of Dakota culture, language, and history.
- Proficiency in drafting correspondence, preparing forms, and developing and maintaining reports, logs,
- Strong competence in computer and mobile device operations, including experience with Microsoft Office
and other relevant software, with the ability to learn new programs as needed.
(320) 564-3853 PO Box 147 | 5722 Travers Lane | Granite Falls, MN 56241 Fax: (320) 564-4482
www.uppersiouxcommunity-nsn.gov
DISCLAIMER:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated
with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management and the Upper Sioux Board of
Trustees reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g.
emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
Native American Preference Applied
If interested, send Resume and Cover Letter to:
Upper Sioux Community
Attn: THPO Director
PO Box 147, Granite Falls, MN 56241
Or samanthao@uppersiouxcommunity-nsn.gov
Salary : $20
