Job Posting

Director

POSITION: TERO Director
DEPARTMENT: TERO (Tribal Employment Rights Office)
REPORTS TO: Executive Department

JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for the implementation of the Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO).

JOB DUTIES:
 Work closely with contractors, other tribal departments and non-tribal organizations to meet the mandates of TERO and basic understanding of EEOC guidelines on BFOQs.
 Conduct and schedule training programs to enhance skills of tribal members.
 Monitor and report the effectiveness of training.
 Assist in the initial training plan design and existing plan enhancements.
 Oversee and maintain database of potential applicants and contractors of TERO.
 Monitors hiring of personnel to ensure compliance with TERO.
 Certifies Indian preference for contractors and/or applicants.
 Establishes working relationships with outside agencies to enhance the employment and training of tribal employees and tribal members.
 Maintains skills bank and identifies potential individuals skills/experience and general qualifications. Also develop and implement application procedures.
 Seeks, schedules, and conducts training for TERO-targeted beneficiaries. Monitors training for effectiveness.
 Perform varied and analytical work to ensure adherence to the TERO Ordinance.
 Travel to job sites to perform contract compliance review.
 Attend TERO hearings. Bring actions in Tribal court and other jurisdiction as necessary to carry out the intent of TERO ordinance.
 Monitors the labor/workforce market to provide information to employees and tribal members and to develop comprehensive training programs.
 Provides assistance to individuals regarding filing of complaints.
 Write, develop and type letters, budgets, proposals, brochures, reports, and other items as may be required.
 Write proposals and grants to provide training opportunities to employees, tribal members and community.
 Conduct investigation and prepares investigation reports.
 Travel to attend meetings and/or training workshops.
 Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
 Bachelor’s Degree in Labor Relations, Social Work, Business Development or related field.
 Three years progressive work experience in program administration with experience in a job-training or vocational placement program.
 Valid driver’s license with ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
 Must be able to pass a pre-employment and criminal background check.
 Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation drug free workplace policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
 Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
 Knowledge of Seminole Nation Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance.
 Knowledge of college entrance requirements and procedures.
 Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies and procedures.
 Knowledge of principals, practices and methods of curriculum development.
 Knowledge of Tribal cultural and educational needs.
 Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment.
 Skill in making effective decisions in emergency situations.
 Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
 Ability to work various schedules and extended hours.
 Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
 Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
 Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
 Ability to create and present effective speeches and presentations.
 Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
 Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with the public and co-workers.
 Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 Sedentary: Talk, hear sit, stand; use hands to handle objects, equipment, controls and reach with arms and hands. Position requires frequent lifting of up to 20 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
 Work is performed in a typical interior/office environment.
 Noise level is usually minimal.

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