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RMTLC Mission The Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council is a consortium of Native American Indian tribes whose mission is to defend, promote, support, and express tribal homeland sovereignty by advancing the wellbeing of tribal people and the broader community. We strive to preserve, defend, and maximize the inherent rights of Native American governments and peoples, as well as their rights as expressed in treaties with the United States and other government-to-government agreements. The Tribal Leaders Council is a forum of consultation and cultural sharing. Our unified voice promotes the common welfare and interests of member tribes.

Position Title: Project Director

Supervisor: Executive Director

Department: US Dept. of Education (STEP)

Classification: Regular Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $57,366.40 Negotiable

Location: Billings, Montana

Opening Date: Now Closing Date: Until filled

Starting Date: Immediately Grant Period: 5-Year

How to apply: Applicants need to send three (3) documents: 1. Cover letter, 2. Resume, and 3. RMTLC job application and submit to: Email: [email protected] (preferred)

Or Mail To: RMTLC

Attn: Human Resources

2929 3rd Avenue North, Suite 300

Billings, Montana 59101

Any applications without the requested documentation will not be considered.

For application form and job description, please visit: https://www.rmtlc.org/about-us/work-with-us/

This position is subject to background screening. Please contact us if you have any questions at 406-252-2550. Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council

2929 3rd Ave N, Ste 300, Billings, MT 59101

Ph: (406) 252-2550 Fax: (406) 254-6355

Position Overview:

The Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council (RMTLC) is seeking a Project Director for the US Dept. of Education, Indian Education, Student to Teacher Education Program (STEP) Grant, a project is designed to address the challenges experienced in the Native American community, using evidenced-and-researched-based strategies and practices that are intended to engage those impacted by the project outcomes: students, educators, teachers, and families in the Native community, in the development, implementation, and evaluation of this project. This position will report to the RMTLC Executive Director.

Essential Functions:

• Lead local education planning efforts for STEP projects

• Analyze and develop data reports for STEP project

• Engage in Tribal, local, state, and regional collaborative partnerships to develop academic enrichment pro-grams around STEP topics

• Participate in an internal Data Management Team

• Provide strategies to focus on reading, math and science and arts to the education agency

• Assist with trainings on data management, analysis, and report development

• Build public education and cultural awareness through activities specific to STEP

• Develop presentations and reports to communicate data findings in an effective and culturally appropriate manner

• Lead efforts in organizing meetings and conference calls for STEP

• Lead in the development of new partnerships and data sharing agreements in the areas of STEP

• Research evidence-based practices specific to STEP

• Engage partners to integrate culturally based knowledge of STEP into data visualization efforts and best prac-tices

• Communicate respectfully and effectively with Education personnel and other partners via email, phone, and in-person meetings

• Travel to local communities in Big Horn County and various out of state meetings/conferences as required

• Adhere to RMTLC Core Principles in all activities, communications, collaborations, and services

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Additional Functions:

• Experience with grant management and budgeting

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Power Point. Must be willing to learn other software as needed

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Work in a cooperative and professional manner with all RMTLC staff

• Sensitivity to others and ability to work respectively and cooperatively with the organization’s part-ners

• Experience working in a trauma-informed setting, or demonstrable knowledge of the principles of being trauma-informed

• Ability to give and receive feedback and constructive criticism with grace

• Experience integrating culturally based information within public health activities

• Ability to demonstrate humility and hospitality

• Experience communicating or working with public health organizations

• Knowledge about the ethics of data and research

• Other functions as assigned by RMTLC Executive Director

Qualifications\ Requirements:

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in Education, or Equivalent

• Experience in working with students in grades K - 12

• Must be able to communicate effectively orally, in writing and deliver clear, effective public health presenta-tions with ability to respond to questions

• Ability to conform to varied work schedule when appropriate, (i.e., weekends, emergencies, etc.) and be able to meet deadlines

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with programs, departments, other organizations, and agencies

• Exhibit ethical and professional behavior in all facets of this position

• Ability to carry out all responsibilities of the position in an organized manner

• Demonstrate discretion, tact, knowledge, judgment, and overall ability in working effectively with fed-eral, tribal, and other professionals and facilitating participation and partnership in the activities of the program

• Sensitive to cross-cultural differences, and able to work effectively within their context.

• Must be able to pass a background check

• Experience working with Tribes strongly preferred

• Ability to work independently, but in a team-based atmosphere

• American Indian/ Alaska Native preferred

• Veteran’s preference will be considered

• Valid driver’s license.

Job Classification: Regular Status, exempt, full FTE position with a twelve-month probationary period.

Upon hiring, applicant must read, sign, and comply with the Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council Policy and Procedures.

Environmental Factors:

• Perform duties in a controlled, tobacco-free office environment.

• Employment period based on performance as well as duration of grants funding this position and suc-cessful application of new grants.

Statement of safe work practices:

As an employee of Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council (RMTLC), you will be required to comply with all RMTLC’s safety standards, RMTLC’s policies and procedures, and all other applicable Federal, State, or Local safety laws and regulations as a condition of employment. This is a condition of employment in order to promote a safe working environment for all employees, contractors, and Tribes. This will be accomplished through observation and enforcement of safe work practices, which includes, but are not limited to:

• Keeping yourself informed of conditions affecting your health and safety.

• Participating in training programs, as required and as they become available to you.

• Adhering to healthy and safe practices in the workplace.

• Promptly reporting potential hazard(s) in the workplace.

• Promptly reporting any injuries or accidents to your supervisor.

• Properly using RMTLC’s property/equipment and protecting it from damage or misuse.

• Respecting other RMTLC employees, contractors, and Tribal employee rights to a safe environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE):

Within the scope of Indian preference, American Indians are encouraged to apply; however, all candidates will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, or other non-merit factors.

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA):

RMTLC, abides by the mandates of the ADEA (protecting individuals 40 years and older) and con- siders age a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

RMTLC abides by the mandates of the ADA and considers disability a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Furthermore, RMTLC will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrange-ments to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as exhaustive, duties, responsibilities, and activi-ties may change with or without notice.