Employment Opportunities

This position will assist the Secretary in oversight duties of programs and any projects assigned.  Taking directives, planning, researching, organizing, implementing and directing action as necessary.

• Assist the Secretary in the day-to-day operations of their oversight programs.
• Oversight of the Mail room and Main Receptionist.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings and events.
• Work on any and all aspects of projects as directed; including but not limited to research, development, organizing, implementing and evaluating.
• Submit progress reports on assigned projects.
• Work with oversight program Directors/Staff to improve and increase efficiency and quality of services.
• Attend meeting as directed for any program, project or plan. Report information back to Secretary to make decisions.
• Will serve as a representative of the Secretary when needed at community outreach functions.
• Attend training as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
• Some college or technical education preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of job-related experience.
• Possess professional written and verbal communication. 
• Professional interpersonal skills and appearance.  Ability to motivate staff and produce work products in a timely manner. 
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings. 
• Ability to work and interact with diverse individuals.
• Excellent computer skills required especially Excel and Word. 
• Knowledge of federal grants, BIA and IHS Self Governance contracts, State Compacts, Federal laws, codes and regulations relating to sovereign nations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. 
• Must be able to pass a background check. 

• Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity.
• Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
• Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.

Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace