Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma

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Band Chiefs were elected May 2.

Skidi Chiefs

Warren Pratt,Jr.
Pat Leading Fox

Kitkehaki Chiefs

Morgan Little Sun
Lewis Horse Chief, Jr.

Pitahawirata Chiefs

Frances Morris
Lester Suneagle

Chaui Chiefs

Stephen Jake
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Elderly Meals Program
Food Distribution Program

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Substance Abuse Program
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Department of Education & Training

Higher Education Program
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TERO Compliance
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Pari Pakuru

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Higher Ed Applications Due Date TBA

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ICDBG Program
Planning Office

Division of Tribal Operations

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Skidi Band

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May 2009 Calendar Events

Saturday, May 2 - Pawnee Nation Election Day

Tuesday, May 5 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Wednesday, May 6 - Voc Rehab on-site at Roamchief at 11am.

Wednesday, May 6 - SAP Support Group 7-8pm at SAP Bldg. Call 918-762-2153 for more Information.

Thursday, May 7 - Civil Court at 9am.

Thursday, May 7 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Thursday, May 7 - College Awards Banquet at 7pm

Saturday, May 9 - Title VII Dance at football field

Tuesday, May 12 - Food Distribution closed for shipment

Tuseday, May 12 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Wednesday, May 13 - Criminal Court at 9am

Wednesday, May 13 - PBC Meeting at 9am

Wednesday, May 13 - State Voc Rehab at RC at 11am.

Wednesday, May 13 - SAP Support Group 7-8pm at SAP Bldg. Call 918-762-2153 for more Information.

Thursday, May 14 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Friday, May 15 - Court at 10am

Saturday, May 16 - Inauguration of new Council members at 10am

Saturday, May 16 - College Graduation at 2pm

Tuesday, May 19 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Tuesday, May 19 - Housing Meeting at 6:30 pm

Wednesday, May 20 - State Voc Rehab at Roamchief at 11am

Wednesday, May 20 - SAP Support Group 7-8pm at SAP Bldg. Call 918-762-2153 for more Information.

Friday, May 22 - High School Graduation

Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day, Tribal offices will be closed

Tuesday, May 26 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Tuesday, May 26 - TERO meeting at 5:30pm

Wednesday, May 27 - PBC Meeting at 9am

Wednesday, May 27 - State Voc Rehab at Roamchief at 11am

Wednesday, May 27 - SAP Support Group 7-8pm at SAP Bldg. Call 918-762-2153 for more Information.

Thursday, May 28 - Employee Appreciation Day

Thursday, May 28 - GED Classes 5-8pm at Roamchief

Department Directory

Dept/Program Name and Phone Number	Location and Address
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CHR (Community Health Reps) Program Phone 918-762-2541 Fax Communications Office Phone 918-762-3621	Roam Chief Building Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Building 64 881 Little Dee Dr, Pawnee, OK
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Daycare (Hukasa Learning Center) Phone 918-762- Diabetes Program Phone 918-762-2541	Family Development Center Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Roam Chief Building Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Education & Training Department Phone 918-762-3621 Elderly Meals Program (Title VI) Phone 918-762- Enrollment Office Phone 918-762-3624 Environmental Conservation & Safety Phone 918-762-3655 Executive Office Phone 918-762-3621	Roam Chief Building Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Multipurpose Building Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Building One Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK Fire Station Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK Building 64 881 Little Dee Dr, Pawnee, OK
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Finance Office Phone 918-762-3624 Fire Department Phone 918-762-3655 Fitness Center Phone 918-762-3000 Food Distribution Program Phone 918-762-2541	Building 64 881 Little Dee Dr, Pawnee, OK Fire Station Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK Family Development Center Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Roam Chief Building Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Gaming Commission Phone 918-762-3624	Building One Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Human Resources Phone 918-762-3621, Fax 918-762-1051	Building 64 881 Little Dee Drive, Pawnee, OK
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ICDBG Program Phone 918-762-3621 Indian Child Welfare Program Phone 918-762- Office of Information Technology Phone 918-762-3621	Building 64 881 Little Dee Drive, Pawnee, OK Wellness Center Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Building 64 881 Little Dee Drive, Pawnee, OK
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Juvenile Intervention Center Phone 918-762-2153	SAP Building Maintenance Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Pawnee Nation College Phone 918-762-3446 Pawnee Nation District Court Phone 918-762- Planning Office Phone 918-762-3621 Police Department Phone 918-762-3013	Building (Staff Quarters) Little Dee Dr, Pawnee, OK Court Building Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK Building 64 881 Little Dee Dr, Pawnee, OK Firestation Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK
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REACH US Program Phone 918-762-6495 Repatriation Program Phone 918-762-3624	Wellness Program Morris Road, Pawnee, OK Building One Agency Road, Pawnee, OK
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Substance Abuse Program Phone 918-762-2153	SAP Building Maintenance Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Tax Office Phone 918-762-3624, Fax 918-762 TERO Office Phone 918-762-2541 Tribal Operations (Property & Maintenance) Phone 918-762-2173	Building One Agency Rd, Pawnee, OK Roamchief Building Morris Rd, Pawnee, OK Maintenance Building Maintenance Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Utilities Department Phone 918-762-2173	Maintenance Building Maintenance Rd, Pawnee, OK
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Human Resources | Job Openings

Recruitment for vacant positions is administered by the Office of Human Resources of the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma. Vacant positions are advertised through local media and on the tribal website. Applications and resumes are accepted in person, by mail and by fax. The Office of Human Resources is located in Building 64 at 881 Little Dee Dr. on the tribal reserve.

RECRUITMENT POLICY
It is the policy of the Pawnee Nation to promote hiring the best qualified candidates, in order to provide the highest quality services to the people of the Pawnee Nation. It is additionally the policy of the Pawnee Nation to promote employment opportunities for qualified Pawnee Tribal Members and other qualified Native Americans.

APPLICATION
All individuals applying for employment shall complete an official Pawnee Nation Employment Application form and sign a release of information form. The Employment Application form will solicit information from the applicant relating to education, experience, training, residence, and other pertinent information. Pawnee Nation Employment Application forms are available at the Pawnee Nation Office of Human Resources or may be downloaded from the official Pawnee Nation website. Application must be received by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date.

List of Current Job Openings: (posted positions close at 5pm on the closing date)

Open Position: Clerical & Administrative Support Personnel, Open

Job Title	Clerical & Administrative Support Personnel (2+ temporary positions)
Division
Supervisor
Position Overview	Responsible for performing a variety of secretarial and administrative duties, such as providing customer service, maintaining and updating records, preparing documents for meetings, processing financial documents (requisitions, invoices for payment, etc), scheduling meetings, assisting in the development of reports, etc.
Essential Functions
Educational Requirements
Experience Requirements	18+ Years of Age; High School Diploma or GED; Experience using standard office equipment, including copiers and fax machines; Familiarity with computers and Microsoft applications, including Word, Outlook, & Internet Explorer; Ability to pass a background check.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Physical Demands	While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment	Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level. Evening and/or weekend work is often required. Occasions may arise requiring work outdoors where exposure to natural weather conditions may occur. There is regular interaction with the public, other agencies, and employees. Tight time constraints and multiple demands from several and multiple demands from several people are common. Travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events.

Open Position: Division Director - Eduction, Closes on Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Job Title	Division Director, Education
Division	Division of Education / Education & Training Office
Supervisor	Executive Director
Position Overview	Under general direction of the Executive Director, accomplishes the Division of Education’s strategic objectives by planning, organizing and directing all functions required to effectively operate and maintain program activities and services.
Essential Functions	Oversees, leads, and directs all aspects of the Division of Education, including the Education and Training Office, Higher Education Program, Adult Education Program, Language Office, Youth Enhancement Office, After School Program, Youth Services Program, Pawnee Nation Library, and other services/functions/programs assigned to the Division of Education. Provides oversight of all Division employees by providing leadership, improving staff effectiveness, training, and delegating job tasks. Conducts annual program evaluation and assessments of Division components, according to established policies, procedures, and regulations. Identifies Division goals, objectives, services, outcomes, needs, and resources necessary to provide quality services to Pawnee Nation clientele. Determines the resources necessary to develop, implement, and efficiently operate the Division of Education. Contributes to the Division’s effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues to be addressed and goals to be met, recommends options and courses of action, and implements directives. Prepares all necessary documentation for meetings, prepares required reports and follows prescribed policies and procedures of the Pawnee Nation. Prepares, reviews, and submits administrative paperwork as prescribed in Pawnee Nation policies, procedures, and fiscal practices. Plans, develops, and implements strategies for generating resources or funds for the Pawnee Nation. Works collaboratively with the Division of Planning to identify, research, and write proposals for grants and contracts, in order to maintain and/or secure alternative revenue sources for the Pawnee Nation. Ensures the timely submission of narrative and financial grant and contract reports, in compliance with reporting deadlines established by the external funding agency, by coordinating with the Grants & Contracts Office, Finance Office, Executive Office, etc. Administers budgets and manages funding in accordance with Pawnee Nation Fiscal Policies & Procedures. Tracks and monitors grant and contract awards, to ensure successful completion of project goals and objectives by the approved deadline. Ensures that all Division of Education records regarding grant and contract funding awards are properly maintained, including the accurate gathering, maintenance, and reporting of statistical and demographic information. Reviews and maintains educational records of all clients. Establishes outcome goals for educational programs and specific, appropriate educational plans for program clients. Coordinates individual educational plans with internal programs and external agencies. Monitors and evaluates client progress toward individual educational plans. Provides academic, life skills and career development programs, including direct instruction, as needed. Oversees management of the educational scholarship program by identifying eligible students and scholarship opportunities and assisting students in seeking appropriate financial aid. Manages educational resources, including but not limited to, the computer lab, library, instructional aides, etc. Ensures confidentiality in all issues. Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required. Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and within the scope of the position.
Educational Requirements	Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Business Administration or related field. Preferred: Master’s Degree in Education, Business Administration or related field
Experience Requirements	Minim: Five (5) years of direct experience in a tribal management or education environment, including (2) years supervisory experience. Preferred: Experience with grant and/or contract management, including monitoring the status of project deliverables and the accurate, timely reporting of narrative and financial information to external funding agencies.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities	Computer: 1. Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Exce Communica Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships; Ability to create and present effectiv business communications (p Skilled in the use of4. Skilled in the use of busine ss arithmetic (accounting, etc). M iscellaneous: Must demonstrate strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize; Must be able to effectively conduct research, analyze information, and interpret data; Ability to an analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action; Ability to be persuasive and tactful in controversial situations; Ability to meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and work well under pressure; Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and requirements; Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with clients, co-workers, and administrators of varying social and cultural backgrounds; Ability to maintain confidentiality; Must work independently.
Physical Demands	While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. the employee is frequently required to stand; and walk. The employee is occasionaly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment	Work is generally performed in an office setting with moderate noise level. Evening and/or weekend work is often required. Occasions may arise requiring work outdoors where exposure to natural weather conditions may occur. There is regular interaction with the public, other agencies, and employees. Tight time constraints and multiple demands from several people are common. Travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events.

Mail Application forms to:
Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
Attn: Amy Watters, HR Director
P.O. Box 470
Pawnee, OK 74058

Or fax to (918) 762-1051.
Attn: Amy Watters, HR Director

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