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TIWAHE INITIATIVE SPECIALIST - OMBIMINDWAA GIDINAWEMAAGANINAADOG (FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES)

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

TIWAHE INITIATIVE SPECIALIST

OMBIMINDWAA GIDINAWEMAAGANINAADOG

(FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES)

OPEN: February 21, 2023

CLOSE: March 8, 2023 @ 3:00 P.M.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Tiwahe Initiative Specialist will be responsible for the planning, development, implementation, continuation, monitoring, and improvement of the project in support of the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians organizational mission and goals. Responsible for coordinating project goals and objectives of the Project Plan with local tribal, federal, state partners and service providers. Reports to the Executive Director Family & Children Services, full-time position w/benefits, salary; DOQ.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Responsible for working alongside the BIA National Coordinator. This individual will also be responsible for providing technical assistance and training to tribal leaders, community members, and families; recruitment and staff retention planning; assisting with policy and protocol development; and assist with evaluation efforts to improve outcomes and/or strategies for more effectively serving tribal children, youth, and families of the community.

• Provide project oversight and coordination on the Tribal Demonstration Project.

• Coordinates project goals and objectives with other key tribal service programs; Social Services, Law Enforcement, Tribal Courts, Job Placement/Training Program and other Tribal programs.

• Serve as a liaison between the Tribe and the BIA, Office of Indian Services, and Office of Justice Services (OJS), Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and other Federal agencies such as the Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Department of Labor (DOL), and Department of Housing and Urban Development to coordinate resources and services for healthier and safer Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians families.

• Provide detailed reports and performance outcomes in coordination with other Tribal programs.

• Manage program evaluations and assessments, focusing on identifying and disseminating best practices and performance measurement outcomes. Use key performance parameters to monitor work performance, measure results, ensure deliverables and services meet or exceed the Project Plan, support management and decision-making, and facilitate communications.

• Meets with management, key stakeholders, and tribal officials/staff to discuss issues relating to Tribal programs for children, the elderly, and families in relation to the Project Plan.

• Monitors and/or assesses execution of applicable programs with responsibility in making recommendations on all phases of Project Plan. Identifies areas of improvement and strength and provides guidance on the attainment of such recommendations.

• Participates in regular Red Lake Tiwahe meetings, and regular conference calls with BIA National Tiwahe Coordinator, BIA Regional Social Worker, and the BIA Office of Justice Services Associate Director of Tribal Justice.

• Assists with Tiwahe Initiative Budget

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Public Policy, or related field from an accredited college or university.

• A minimum of 4 years documented work experience in public policy matters which may include organizing activities.

• Familiar with the Violence Against Women Act (2005), the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (2013), the Indian Child Welfare Act, the BIA Financial Assistance and Social Services Program at 25 CFR Part 20, and Family Court procedures.

• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.

• Energetic and committed, with a willingness and ability to work across multiple programs to ensure no barriers to success.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, etc.

• Ability to organize/maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines.

• Ability to manage multiple projects

• Strong writing and oral communication skills.

• Knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management.

• Valid Minnesota driver's license and auto insurance

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test.

• Native preference applies in filling this position; those not entitled to native preference

will receive consideration without discrimination.

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are accepted at Government Center –

Human Resources Department - P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 – Phone: (218) 679-1847.

 

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