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Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Program: Child Support Services
Department: Family & Children Services
Full-time
Employment Status: Regular/Non-Exempt
Bartlesville, OK / Caney, KS
Immediate Supervisor: Family & Children Services Director

General Description

Provide comprehensive child support services for the Tribe by establishing orders of paternity and child support, locating case parties, enforcing orders, reviewing orders for modification, and collecting and distributing payments. Work includes daily monitoring of open/active cases, conducting research and consultations, assisting with preparation of legal documents, and communicating regularly with division director, program attorney, courts, and program participants.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related social service field and a minimum of two years’ experience in social services work in public or private sector.
• Requires proven ability to read court orders, and to assess/evaluate written legal documents.
• Work history should reflect proficiency in case management.
• Participation in court cases concerning child support enforcement issues preferred.
• Must have strong computer skills in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and other data-related software programs.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must exhibit the ability to recognize and utilize skills related to confidentiality issues and professionalism.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Must be able to pass a background check (no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions for offenses relating to children) and drug test.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing case management services for all active cases utilizing management tools to ensure strict adherence to Federal, State, and Tribal agreements to increase consistent, long-term financial support and other services for children.
• Maintaining proficiency in Delaware Tribal Court codes and policies and procedures as well as state codes for Oklahoma and Kansas. Follow all procedures established by the Child Support Services Program to identify client needs and to provide case management services.
• Willingness to receive training and maintain certification to perform buccal swab genetic testing and attending training as necessary, including some out-of-state travel.
• Gathering and maintaining available Tribal and community resources for parties in order to assist in removing barriers to employment.
• Working with other jurisdictions to collect debts, locate parties, and gain full faith and credit on foreign orders.
• Professionally represent the child support program and attend various community meetings and events to provide program outreach.
• Meticulously maintain client files by documenting contacts, keeping clear records of actions, conversations, and correspondence.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all client matters.
• Informing applicants of case progress upon request.
• Assisting the child support attorney in the office and at court hearings.
• Filing court documents with the Tribal and District Courts, securing signatures and receiving orders.
• Preparing and providing timely required paperwork and reports on assigned caseload.
• Seeking and maintaining a familiarity with Delaware Tribal Culture.
• Performing any other work-related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

This job description reflects the general functions required of the employee for this job, but the description should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

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 Resource Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Jordan Percy at jpercy@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.

Jordan Percy
Human Resource Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006

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Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Tribal Operations Manager
Full-time
Employment Status: Political Appointment; Interview with Tribal Council Required
Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Chief and Tribal Council

General Description
The Tribal Operations Manager provides oversight to all Delaware Tribal Programs on behalf of the Chief and the Tribal Council and acts as their liaison to the tribal employees. This is an at-will position serving at the pleasure of the Chief as well as being a political appointment of the Chief.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or other similar degree and/or five years executive management experience (tribal government experience preferred but not required)
• Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics.
• Requires a high level of problem solving skills.
• Requires familiarity with grant writing, administration, and compliance with grant regulations.
• Requires familiarity with PL638 and the BIA.
• Requires familiarity with the concepts of project management.
• Requires familiarity with the concepts of budget development and compliance with Tribal budgets.
• Requires familiarity with planning concepts and processes including but not limited to program planning.
• Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions.
• Requires ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs as well as Microsoft Project.
• Requires good interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
• Must have own transportation and clean driving record – may be required to drive GSA vehicle or tribal vehicle to meeting or training.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Hiring and oversight of department director level employees of all tribal programs.
• Provides oversight to all tribal programs in planning and budgeting for Tribal Council approval./li>
• Communicates with the staff on behalf of the Chief and Tribal Council
• Communicates with the Chief and the Tribal Council on behalf of the staff.
• Conducts regular staff meetings and compiles monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the Chief and the Tribal Council.
• Ensures that all department directors and enforcing Delaware Tribal policies and procedures throughout the tribal programs.
• Approves all voucher/purchase requisitions for all tribal programs up to a certain amount.
• Provides program development for Tribal Council approval.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief and the Tribal Council.

Indian Preference Policy

In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC, Section 47), Indian Preference will be observed in hiring.

This job description reflects the general functions required of the employee for this job, but the
description should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may
perform other duties as assigned, which may include changes to schedules of time and days, by the
supervisor.

TO APPLY

Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resource Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Jordan Percy at jpercy@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.

Jordan Percy
Human Resource Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006

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