~ June 18, 2013 ~

Nez perce tribe

Job openings

Open only to qualified IN HOUSE applicants:

In compliance with the Human Resource Manual 2.2.4: All vacancies will be advertised “IN HOUSE” for all employees and Tribal members for a minimum of two weeks.

The Nez Perce Tribe Department of Executive Direction is recruiting for: READVERTISEMENT: NIMIIPUU LOAN FUND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HR-13-112 full-time regular. Duties include addressing initial technical development and services of the non-profit Nimiipuu Loan Fund that includes a viable business plan; formation of the Board of Directors, staff, day to day operations, and is responsible to process loans from “concept to repayment.” The Executive Director and Board of Directors will be responsible for fund raising to meet annual goals to maintain the appropriate lending capacity of the institution in order that it remain self-sustaining. Requires a Bachelors of Science/Arts degree (Master’ preferred) in Business, Finance, Accounting or closely related field. Requires three (3) years experience in institutional lending accounting or related field. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position Open Until Filled. (Grade 21)

RE-ADVERTISEMENT - The Nez Perce Tribe Department of Natural Resources Department, Forestry Division & Fire Mgmt. is recruiting for: ASSISTANT ENGINE OPERATOR HR-13-130 regular full-time position. Serves as a wildland firefighter on a wildland fire engine. Assists with operations of a wildland fire engine to include starting pump engine, priming pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water and additives. Responsible for assisting with the maintenance of specialized equipment used to respond to wildland fires. Will perform the duties of initial attack fire crew member to include wildland fire suppres-sion, hazard management projects and other duties as assigned. Assists in all aspects of wildland and prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, mop-up and rehabilitation. Job requires working long days in hazardous conditions and involves heavy lifting and hiking on rugged terrain. Must be able to pass a work capacity test which involves carrying forty-five (45) pounds while walking three (3) miles in forty-five (45) minutes. This position closes 6/11/13 (Grade 5)

The Nez Perce Tribe Department of Education is recruiting for: TEACHING ASSISTANT - COLLEGE INTERN HR-13-138. Serves as a member of the Youth Cultural Enrichment Academy team serving high school age youth enrolled in a 6-7 week classroom training program. The duty station is Lapwai, ID. Responsibilities include assisting classroom instructors and key personnel with the delivery of cur-riculum with topics of importance to the Nez Perce Tribe preparation of a future workforce: traditional ecological knowledge of natural resources, language preservation, job readiness, college preparedness, career planning, and language preservation. Requirements: Nez Perce Tribal member, enrolled college student with completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter credit hours; one year of related experience with youth programs; and six months leadership experience. Submit a tribal application, (un)official college transcript, and a cover letter describing how internship will be relevant to education and career plan. Applicant must be in good academic standing, possess good communication skills, both oral and writ-ten. Must be highly motivated and have the ability to work cooperatively with others as well as inde-pendently. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position closes on 6/11/13. (Grade 11)

The Nez Perce Tribe Human Resources program is recruiting for: TWO (2) AVISTA INTERNS HR-13-139. The student will be placed in a program of their discipline of study. Must be currently en-rolled in an accredited educational institution and have completed one successful semester of college maintaining a GPA of 2.5. Student must declare major of interest to partner student with appropriate program. Student must submit two letters of recommendation from a community person, college pro-fessor or Indian community. Student must state how this internship will be relevant to their education. Other requirements: Must be an enrolled Nez Perce member; completed tribal application required. The Nez Perce Tribe Intern Policy applies. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribe’s policy. This position closes 6/11/13.

The Nez Perce Tribe of Forestry & Fire Management Division is recruiting for: PROFESSIONAL I – FORESTER I HR-13-140 full-time regular. Responsible for implementing forest monitoring assess-ments, timber harvest/salvage preparation, and maintain GPS, GIS, and inventory databases. Requires Bachelor’s degree in Forest Management or closely related field. Related field and/or course work re-quirements defined in job expectations. Requires one (1) year supervisory experience. Experience does not substitute for degree. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position closes 6/24/13. (Grade 17)

The Nez Perce Tribe Social Services Program is recruiting for: RESIDENT MENTOR HR-13-141 full-time regular. Provide a caring, nurturing, safe, accountable, culturally relevant and consistent envi-ronment at all times. Works according to the Children’s Home Operations Manual, including daily writ-ten reporting, complying with finance procedures. Performing daily activities and tasks to promote posi-tive social, emotional, and physical growth with client. Room and Board provided while on duty, with clients(s). Requires High School Diploma or GED. Requires six (6) months of experience dealing with children in group environments. Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation prior to em-ployment or within 15 days of hire. Ability to complete Food Handlers and CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position closes 6/24/13. (Grade 6)

The Nez Perce Tribe Social Services Program is recruiting for: TWO (2) RESIDENT MENTOR(S) HR-13-142 part-time. Provide a caring, nurturing, safe, accountable, culturally relevant and consistent environment at all times. Works according to the Children’s Home Operations Manual, including daily written reporting, complying with finance procedures. Performing daily activities and tasks to promote positive social, emotional, and physical growth with client. Room and Board provided while on duty, with clients(s). Requires High School Diploma or GED. Requires six (6) months of experience dealing with children in group environments. Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation prior to employment or within 15 days of hire. Ability to complete Food Handlers and CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position closes 6/24/13. (Grade 6)

TheNez Perce Tribe Department of Executive Direction is recruiting for: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR HR-13-143 full-time regular. To research, record and distribute information relevant and useful to the Nez Perce people. Responsible for community relations, original written materials and photography, video production, web design, publication and distribution. Works within a general outline of work to be performed, developing work methods and sequences under general supervision. Please refer to Class Description for further information on essential tasks. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field or education and training equivalent to four (4) years of college. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and computer experience. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position closes 7/1/13. (Grade 19)

TThe Nez Perce Tribe Department of Executive Direction is recruiting for: Re-Advertise: NIMIIPUU LOAN FUND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HR-13-112 full-time regular. Duties include addressing initial technical development and services of the non-profit Nimiipuu Loan Fund that includes a viable business plan; formation of the Board of Directors, staff, day to day operations, and is responsible to process loans from “concept to repayment.” The Executive Director and Board of Directors will be responsible for fund raising to meet annual goals to maintain the appropriate lending capacity of the institution in order that it remain self-sustaining. Requires a Bachelors of Science/Arts degree (Master’ preferred) in Business, Finance, Accounting or closely related field. Requires three (3) years experience in institutional lending accounting or related field. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position Open Until Filled. (Grade 21)

The Nez Perce Tribe Department of Executive Direction is recruiting for: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR HR-13-143 full-time regular. To research, record and distribute information relevant and useful to the Nez Perce people. Responsible for community relations, original written materials and photography, video production, web design, publication and distribution. Works within a general outline of work to be performed, developing work methods and sequences under general supervision. Please refer to Class Description for further information on essential tasks. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field or education and training equivalent to four (4) years of college. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and computer experience. Requires a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribes policy. This position closes 7/1/13. (Grade 19)