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2022 General Council To Be Held November 12, 2022

The Delaware Tribe of Indians’ 2022 General Council will be held on November 12, 2022 at
Forsythe Hall
Delaware Community Center
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Doors will open at 11:00 AM, with Lunch at Noon, and the meeting will start at 1:30 PM. Enrollment services will be available.
Applications Open for Fall/Winter 2022 Utility Supplement Program

The Delaware Tribe of Indians is now accepting applications for the Utility Supplement Program as part of our broader Heating Assistance Program. You can find the application at the link below. Please attach a copy of your enrollment card.
You can drop off or mail in your application to the following address:
Delaware Tribe of Indians
ATT: ARPA
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
OR
Email the completed application to Sarah Boyd, ARPA Assistant Manager at sboyd@delawaretribe.org
Housing Maintenance & Safety Lead
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Housing Department
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Immediate Supervisor: Tribal Maintenance Director
General Description
Desired applicant must be able to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks of routine difficulty in homes, duplexes, apartments and outdoors. Applicant must be self-motivated and able to work with elderly tenants and families. Tasks will involve repairs, cleaning and maintaining assigned properties. Preventive maintenance, ground keeping and property inspections, including assigned work orders and other duties as assigned.
Full time position Monday – Friday, under the general supervision of the Maintenance Lead and the Housing Director.
Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED, plus 1-2 years of experience and/or training in residential building maintenance and grounds keeping.
- Must possess an Oklahoma Driver’s License and be eligible to be added to the DTOI’s insurance and both must be maintained as a condition of employment.
- Must be able to pass drug test and background check.
- Must be able to communicate well, both oral and in writing, be able to manage people, and be able to shift assignments based on priority and /or direction.
- Must have the knowledge and experience to properly utilize, a variety of construction hand and power tools including chop saws, power washers and generators.
- The ability to correctly follow and give instructions for make-housing units ready for immediate move-ins, which, may include but not limited to: follow painting instructions, drywall preparation and repair instructions, texturing and sealing methods instruction, floor care instructions, the basic plumbing and electrical repair and grounds keeping.
- Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, pull or move objects weighing 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds with safe techniques.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to keep records, project tracking reports, and must be self-motivated.
- Ability to accurately estimate time and materials required for repairs and/or maintenance work.
- Ability to work outdoors daily.
Duties and Responsibilities
TO APPLY
Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resources Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Human Resources at jobs@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.
Human Resources Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Reinsurance Coordinator
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: The Tribal Domicile
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Caney, KS
Immediate Supervisor: Insurance Commissioner, Caney, KS
General Description
The Tribal Domicile is a division of the Delaware Tribe of Indians that has regulatory authority over companies formed and licensed under the Title 18 Business Corporation Act and Limited Liability Companies Act. These companies are either authorized to operate as a licensed insurance company under the Title 27 Insurance Company Act or are in the business of administering any aspect of a company licensed under the Insurance Company Act.
The Tribal Domicile is seeking a qualified professional to assist with day-to-day activities of forming, licensing, and recording companies formed or domesticated under the authority of The Tribal Domicile. This position will perform routine reinsurance administrative duties, such as maintaining records and processing and verifying new business. A high level of attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously is required. Interpersonal skills are pertinent as this person will be working closely with the Insurance Commissioner as well as an offsite contractor, Tribal Support Services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ability to work autonomously, managing multiple responsibilities concurrently
- Attention to detail
- High level of problem solving and organization skills
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner, both within and outside of the department
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
Duties and Responsibilities
- Learn about insurance and the structure of The Tribal Domicile
- Attend virtual and in-person training
- Assist in gathering and processing the necessary paperwork for reinsurance companies forming or domesticating in The Tribal Domicile including data entry and quality control
- Assist with maintaining QuickBooks
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Follow the chain of command with any issues or concerns
Computer Skills
- Intermediate typing skills required
- Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, File Explorer, PowerPoint) required
- Familiarity with online search engines required
- QuickBooks experience preferred
- Dropbox experience preferred
Indian Preference Policy
In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC, Section 47), Indian Preference will be observed in hiring.
TO APPLY
Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resources Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Human Resources at jobs@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.
Human Resources Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Maintenance – Chelsea
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Operations
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Chelsea, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Tribal Operations Manager
General Description
The General Maintenance Worker for the Delaware Tribe of Indians will perform repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Related experience preferred.
- On-the-job training offered.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
- Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods standing and walking.
- Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
- Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at a time.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.
- Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
- Plans repair work using building’s blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
- Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
- Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
- Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
- Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Indian Preference Policy
In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC, Section 47), Indian Preference will be observed in hiring.
TO APPLY
Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resources Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Human Resources at jobs@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.
Human Resources Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
NOTICE: Trust Board Vacancy

During the Special Meeting of the Trust Board on Oct 10, 2022, the announcement was made for a vacancy on the Board.
The vacancy shall be posted for a minimum of 21 days. Interested candidates should submit their letter of interest and qualifications to the Trust Board to be considered. Please send letters of interest and qualifications to Dana Murrell dmurrell@delawaretribe.org by November 1, 2022.
Trust Board Invites Financial Firms Interested In Giving A Presentation

This is an open invitation to any and all financial investment firms interested in presenting an investment strategy to the Trust Board members for the growth and investment of their Trust Funds.
Please contact Dana Murrell at dmurrell@delawaretribe.org with your company name and representative’s name by October 15, 2022
October 2022 Delaware Indian News Is Now Available

The October 2022 issue of the Delaware Indian News is now available online. To view the newspaper, click the link below:
» View October 2022 Delaware Indian News
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