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July 2024 Lenape Word-a-Day Calendar

July 2024 Lenape Word-a-Day Calendar

Childcare Accountant

Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Accounting
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Location: Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Childcare Director

General Description
The Childcare Accountant serves as the primary Fiscal officer for the Early Head Start and the Childcare Programs. This person will primarily be responsible for working with the Accounting, Childcare Director, and the AFO to ensure grant compliance with funding agencies. This person is also responsible for processing incoming and outgoing payments, purchases, assisting Directors with budget completions and modifications when needed as well as any other Fiscal reporting or documentation that is needed to successfully operate withing grant compliance. This position will work for the Childcare department on various other tasks as needed to provide a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

  • CPA Required
  • Or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, fiscal management or related field (HSPS 1302.91) preferred
  • Or a combination of proven work history and knowledge of financial processes and procedures and practices.
  • Experience in Abila/MIP & Quickbooks preferred.
  • Familiarity of fund accounting preferred
  • Familiarity with OMB super circular, A-87, A-102, A-122, and A-133 preferred
  • Requires a high level of personal ethical integrity
  • Requires a high level of problem solving skills
  • Requires familiarity with grant writing, administration, and compliance with grant regulations
  • Requires an individual with a high level of attention to detail
  • Requires familiarity with the concepts of budget development and compliance with Tribal budgets
  • Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions.
  • Requires proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite programs
  • 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

  • Help Prepare Childcare annual budgets.
  • Complete and process payables
  • Maintain Fiscal compliance.
  • Create monthly Fiscal reports
  • Assist Childcare Director in updating grants applications and budgets.
  • Attend Head Start Fiscal Training to be familiar with the HSES Systems
  • Record cash receipts/federal program draws into the accounting software
  • Record interest income earned on cash accounts and certificates of deposits
  • Prepare journal entries for bank charges or other fees as appropriate.
  • Process Childcare Subsidy payments
  • Review contract propels and procurement of all contractual obligations.
  • Assist in preparation of monthly financials for issuance to the tribal council and trust board
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and adjusting entries
  • Assist in preparation for the annual audit
  • Perform reconciliations of general ledger balance sheet accounts relating to receivables
  • Assist in creation of budgeting of programs
  • Communicate with regulatory institutions to ensure compliance with reporting requirements
  • Other duties as assigned by the Accounting/Finance Controller

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

NOTE: This Accounting position is currently being hired through 2026 (the end of ARPA) and the sustainability will be re-evaluated at that time

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

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Housing Director

Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Housing Department
Employment Status: Regular, Exempt
Class: Full-Time
Location: Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Tribal Operations Manager

General Description
The Housing Director is responsible providing quality tribal housing programs and services to Native Americans residing within the Delaware Tribe’s service area.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science or Associates Degree in applicable field.
  • Or at least four years’ experience with verifiable Certifications in Housing Industry.
  • At least one year supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge and Experience managing housing programs regulated by NAHASDA and HUD.
  • Complete annual Indian Housing Plan (IHP) and Annual Performance Review (APR) within established deadlines as required by HUD.
  • Familiarity with Budgets, Grants Compliance, regulations and Native American Law.
  • Requires high level of knowledge of industry standard building codes.
  • Requires a high level of communication and team work skills with in the Office environment and field operations.
  • Requires a high level of problem solving skills and decision making.
  • Requires ability to use Microsoft Office programs with proficient EXCEL usage.
  • Must have own transportation and satisfactory driving record- may be required to drive a tribal vehicle to meeting or training.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate all services and activities with in the Housing Department’s Scope of operations.
  • Monitor program compliance with laws, rules, regulations and requirements of the DTHP, Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the funding source.
  • Prepare revisions and updates of the Delaware Tribe’s Housing Policy as needed, to present to the Tribal Council for approval.
  • Maintain records in compliance with HUD and other audit requirements.
  • Possess knowledge of city, county and state health, social, and economic services and resources available to DTHP senior, disabled, youth, and family residents and compliance with ADA.
  • Effectively communicate the goals, objectives, and success of the DTHP programs to the community.
  • Manage service contracts including reviews of reports, approval of invoices, modifications to contracts, contract closeouts, and correspondence with contractors as necessary.
  • Work with the Delaware Tribal Accounting department to monitor spending and contract closeouts
  • Monitor program budgets together with Accounting, Tribal Operations Manager, Tribal Council, Chief, and appropriate staff.
  • Supervise and guide staff using management practices that develop and retain highly competent and productive employees.
  • Create and maintain department policies and procedures; as well as monitor their effectiveness.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Tribal Operations Manager.

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

NOTE: This Accounting position is currently being hired through 2026 (the end of ARPA) and the sustainability will be re-evaluated at that time

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

» VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION

Staff Accountant I

Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Accounting
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Location: Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Accounting Manager

General Description
The Staff Accountant I serves as support staff for the Accounting Manager, Controller, CFO

Qualifications

  • Associates Degree in Accounting required Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred
  • CPA preferred
  • Two years experience in accounting with governmental preferred
  • Proficiency in 10-key preferred but not required
  • Experience in Abila/MIP & QuickBooks
  • Familiarity of fund accounting
  • Familiarity with OMB super circular, A-87, A-102, A-122, and A-133
  • Requires a high level of personal ethical integrity
  • Requires a high level of problem solving skills
  • Requires familiarity with grant writing, administration, and compliance with grant regulations
  • Requires an individual with a high level of attention to detail
  • Requires familiarity with the concepts of budget development and compliance with Tribal budgets
  • Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions.
  • Requires proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite programs
  • 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.
  • Additional hours will be required as needed during audit and in circumstances when deadlines need to be met.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Record cash receipts/federal program draws into the accounting software
  • Process payables and checks for Chief/Treasurer to sign
  • Enter interfund transfers and reclassification journals to the general ledger
  • Record interest income earned on cash accounts and certificates of deposits
  • Record fixed assets to the general ledger and fixed asset module
  • Prepare journal entries for bank charges or other fees as appropriate
  • Prepare monthly financials for issuance to the Tribal Council and Trust Board
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and adjusting entries
  • Assist in preparation for the annual audit
  • Review A/P Entries and ensure check run total equals amount or purchase invoice batches
  • Perform reconciliations of general ledger balance sheet accounts relating to receivables
  • Reconcile Doorways activities into the general ledger monthly
  • Assist in creation of budgeting of programs
  • Communicate with regulatory institutions to ensure compliance with reporting requirements
  • Other duties as assigned by the Accounting/Finance Controller

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

NOTE: This Accounting position is currently being hired through 2026 (the end of ARPA) and the sustainability will be re-evaluated at that time

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

» VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION

Food Pantry Offers Free Lunches for Children Under 18 This Summer

The Delaware Tribe of Indians Food Pantry is happy to announce its collaboration with the Food Bank of Easter Oklahoma to provide FREE meals for children under 18 years old. Each child will receive 1 box per week. Boxes may be picked up on Thursdays and Fridays from 11 A.M. – 1 P.M. Boxes will be offered while supplies last.

Check Out the Lenape Wellness & Fitness Center!

The Lenape Wellness & Fitness Center located at the Delaware Tribe of Indians Headquarters in Bartlesville Oklahoma is open daily Monday-Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Admission is free for Delaware or Cherokee members. Members of other tribes may purchase memberships for $10/month, while non-tribal members may purchase memberships for $20/month. There is also an option to use the Center without a monthly membership for a daily fee of $2/day. There is no running or playing in the gym, and no children under 12 are allowed on gym equipment.

For more information, contact Wellness Director Cody Blackmon by email at cblackmon@delawaretribe.org or by phone at (918) 337-6586.

“Back to School Bash” 5K Race and Fun Run To Be Held Saturday, August 10

The Delaware Tribe of Indians will hold a “Back to School Bash” 5K Race and Fun Run on Saturday August 10, 2024. The events will be start at the Delaware Tribe of Indians Complex at 5100 Tuxedo Blvd. in Bartlesville, Oklahoma 74006. The 5K will kick off at 7:30 A.M., with the Fun Run/Walk following at 7:45 A.M., There will be a registration fee of $30 for the 5K or $20 for the Fun Run/Walk (both fees include a t-shirt!). You may register online at https://www.runsignup.com. For more information call (918) 337-6586 or email Cody Blackmon at cblackmon@delawaretribe.org.

June 2024 Lenape Word-a-Day Calendar

June 2024 Lenape Word-a-Day Calendar

Disaster Relief Assistance Available until June 7th.

Disaster Relief Assistance is Available until June 7th.

Any Delaware tribal members and/or Delaware Housing tenants living in zip codes 74017, 74018 and 74019 that may have been impacted by the May 25th storms may complete a Disaster Relief Assistance application.

All applicants must provide a utility bill and membership card.

All applications must be received by June 7th. You can mail your applications to the Tribal Headquarters Building at 5100 Tuxedo Blvd. Bartlesville, OK 74006 or drop them off in person at the same address. If mailing, please allow for mailing time or email your completed form to enrollment@delawaretribe.org

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Housing Committee Announces Dates For 2024 Open Meetings

The Delaware Tribe of Indians Housing Committee continues to hold Open Meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:00 P.M. The July, September, and November meetings are to be held at the Chelsea Boys & Girls Club in Chelsea, OK, and the June, August, and October meetings are to be held at the main tribal campus in Bartlesville, OK. Please note: The Housing Committee has changed their meeting date from June 20 to June 27 at 6:00 P.M. This meeting will be held at Bartlesville Tribal Headquarters in the Tribal Council Chambers. Please see the flyer below for further details.

Housing Committee Open Meetings to be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:00 P.M. July, September, and November meetings to be held at the Chelsea Boys & Girls Club in Chelsea, OK, and June (4th Thursday), August, and October meetings to be held at the main tribal campus in Bartlesville, OK.