*The official job description governs duties and requirements.*
*Incomplete application materials may not be considered.*
*Tribal preference will apply to qualified applicants in accordance with the Lac Courte Oreilles Policies & Procedures Manual, consistent with federal Indian preference requirements.
*Tribal preference will apply to qualified applicants in accordance with the Lac Courte Oreilles Policies & Procedures Manual
Position Summary:
The Program Manager works closely with the Division Director on the planning and implementation of Ojibwe language and cultural programming that enhance the physical, social, cultural, and spiritual well-being of the Lac Courte Oreilles community. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the office-related clerical needs of the Language & Culture Division and will assist in delivering targeted community programming to advance the initiatives of the Division.
This position requires technical writing, research, and planning support to the Division Director, the Tribal Administration, and the greater community. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken Ojibwemowin, deep cultural knowledge as it pertains to Odaawaa-zaaga’igan, with exceptional attention to detail, the ability to independently manage complex grants and projects, and a strong track record of demonstrated success in administrative positions. The role requires strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage workload priorities and maintain steady progress on assignments in both a professional office environment, and within the context of the Anishinaabe culture and lifeways.
Key Responsibilities:
Clerical tasks:
• Ordering equipment and materials for Division projects
• Evaluate funding opportunities for eligibility, feasibility, and competitiveness
• Manage vendors and their services for the Division
• Fiscal management under the direction of the division Director
• Organizing Advisory Board meetings
• Develop multi-year project budgets and budget justifications using Excel
Planning, Delivery & Community Engagement:
• Collaborate with Division partners, Tribal departments and entities to develop strategic plans and program initiatives for Ojibwe Language & Culture goals.
• Advise leadership on funding opportunities, potential collaborations, and policy considerations.
• Train and co-supervise Division employees and interns.
• Facilitate and co-facilitate Division-led programming throughout the year, including some evenings and weekends.
• Design and administer community surveys to document the desires of the community and to assess the programming of the Language & Culture Division.
• Compile and analyze data from community, inter-tribal, and national studies to guide the best practices of the Division.
• Conduct research through literature review, interviews, and records analysis.
• Prepare written reports, newsletters, web content, and public information materials.
• Assist with public meetings, hearings, and General Membership presentations.
• Support Tribal strategic planning initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Education preferred, Native American studies, or related field.
• Minimum three (5) years of professional Ojibwe language and culture-based experience.
• Minimum Intermediate-Low Ojibwemowin Speaking Proficiency and Intermediate-High Writing Proficiency.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-component project budgets.
• Demonstrated history of educational leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and spreadsheet applications (Excel or equivalent).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.