Absentee Shawnee Tribe / 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. / Shawnee, OK 74801
General Description
Coordinates with the Director of Cultural Preservation to analyze, interpret, and catalog resources for the preservation and instruction of the Shawnee language. Partners with tribal Elders and native Shawnee speakers to develop ethnography, oral histories, and language resources. Assists the Director in reporting and project oversight for the Administration for Native Americans’ Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance grant.
Responsibilities
Compiles and catalogs existing Shawnee language resources for tribal reference
Partners with tribal Elders to create ethnography
Designs spreadsheets and software for data collection
Establishes partnerships with a repository for language resource storage
Interviews tribal members who are Shawnee speakers to collect oral histories and develop auditory instructional language resources
Compiles and prepares data for statistical reporting on a quarterly basis to the grant funding agency
Upkeeps documentation for grant activities in both print and digital forms
Aids in the certification of language teachers
Attends required grant meetings and trainings (travel required)
Establish and maintain cooperative communication with Cultural Preservation staff and tribal members
Assists Cultural Preservation Department with research activities
Performs all other duties as assigned
Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor’s degree required in Communications, English, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, or other related area
5 years’ experience in linguistic analysis, preferably within Native cultures
2 years’ experience in grants
Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
Strong analytical skills
Thorough knowledge of cultural language preservation and data collection
Strong communication skills and ability to work with novice language learners
Ability to work in a deadline driven environment
Proficient knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be able to pass a drug test and background check
Native American Preference/EOE/Drug Free Workplace