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WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Indian preference will be exercised to the extent possible and consistent with job requirements.

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Education Department Assistant
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)


Job Summary:  This part time position shall provide assistance with the implementation of the afterschool program, and the summer Turtle Program for Tribal youth, additionally the Education Department Assistant will assist with the management of the Tribal Store, and the Tribal Library. The Education Department Assistant is also responsible for assisting with the maintenance and upkeep of filing and record keeping systems of The Education Department.

Supervision Received:  The Education Department Assistant will work under the supervision of the Education Director.

Principal Duties:  

Responsible for curriculum review as provided by the Education Planning Coordinator for the Afterschool Program and Turtle Program

Assists in the scheduling of activities. Including but not limited to tutoring, enrichment presentations, daily activities and arranging travel plans/field trips

Assists in the ordering of supplies for youth programs

Is actively involved in activities and providing daily instruction for the Afterschool Program and Turtle Program

Responsible for ordering, sales, inventory and maintenance of the Tribal Store

Assist interested patrons/students/researchers during the operating hours of the Tribal Library

Assists with maintaining Education Department filing systems

Minimum Position Qualifications

High School Diploma or its equivalent

One year experience working with children’s programs

Basic Computer knowledge

Must pass CORI/Background check

Preferred Position Qualifications

Associates Degree (2 year college program)

Knowledge of the history and culture of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)

Two years experience working in a professional office environment

Salary Range:  $25,507 – $40,838

Deadline:  Open until filled

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Personnel Administrator

Job Summary:  The Personnel Administrator is currently a part-time position (25 hr/wk).  The Personnel Administrator carries out the assignments and duties relating to personnel management.  Serves as a liaison between the employees and the personnel committee, maintaining strict confidentiality to ensure confidence of all parties.  Responsible for fact-finding and formulation of recommendations in cases of disputes, grievances and disciplinary actions.

Minimum Position Qualifications:  
High School Diploma
Five years experience in personnel management.
Ability to maintain detailed and extensive confidential records.
Skilled in general office automation and computer software.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Hourly Range:  $21.24 ~ $30.23  per hour

Deadline:  Open until filled

Contact Tobias Vanderhoop, Tribal Administrator at (508) 645-9265 ext. 101 or t8nup@wampanoagtribe.net


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RECEPTIONIST

Job Summary:  This position shall perform general reception and clerical duties as required by the Administration of the Tribe.

Principal Duties:  
Greets all visitors courteously, determines their needs and directs them to the proper person and/or office.
Operates Tele-Communication System and ensures that all messages are delivered to proper personnel.
Answers all phone calls in an efficient and courteous manner and transfers calls as appropriate.
Reads and clips all articles about the Tribe from magazines, newspapers, and periodicals for archival purposes.
Maintains the schedule for all conference rooms
Updates all calendars and receives and disseminates faxes.
Labels Tribal photographs and files them in books in chronological order.
Prepares outgoing mail and distributes incoming mail.
Monitors the list of Committees, Boards and Commissions, sends out expiration letters, appointment letters, and thank you letters for unsuccessful applicants at the direction of the Tribal Council.
Completes all other duties as assigned

Minimum Position Qualifications:  
High School Diploma/GED
Basic Computer Skills – application of Word and Excel
Excellent typing skills
Basic understanding of office operations and machines.

Preferred Position Qualifications:
Technical job training course completion in office system management.
Three years office environment experience.

Salary Range:  $18,250 - $27,500

Deadline:  Open until filled.

Reply to:       Tobias Vanderhoop, Tribal Administrator
(508) 645-9265, extension 101 or t8nup@wampanoagtribe.net


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Facilities Superintendent


JOB SUMMARY:  Maintain on a regular basis the multi-purpose building (interior and exterior) and all its systems, these include:  Clivus Multrum and greywater waste recovery system; lighting; heating; ventilating;  fire security; and emergency generator.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Performs scheduled maintenance as specified by the Tribal Administrator and owner’s manuals and is available on a 24 hour call basis in case of building emergency.
Responsible for maintaining building security.
Performs most carpentry work.
Performs most basic electrical work.
Performs all special project work.
Performs the following duties daily:
Kitchen floor – sweep and mop.
Restrooms – sweep and mop floors, wipe fixtures, check amount of  foam in toilet, spray soap and water mixture inside of the walls of toilets for sanitary reasons, pours bucket of sawdust in each toilet, wipes mirrors and sinks.
Vacuum hallways and administration wing.
Collect trash (rubbish and non-recyclables) – kitchen, bathrooms, perimeter of first and second floors.
Cares for all plant life within and outside of the building.
Performs the following duties weekly:
Trash removal to Gay Head Dump (every Thursday)
Check heat oil levels
Check generator operation and check generator fuel
Clean all light sensors
Cleans tops of light shelves
Clean tops of covers of lamps
Verify correct time clock settings (heating and ventilation)
Clivus Multrum – Clean filters in Greywater tank, re-fill liquid foam tank, take reading on water meter in basement, check condition of composter.
Performs the following duties monthly:
Clean Multi-Purpose room for Tribal Council meetings
Wash transom windows on lower level
Clean outdoor air intakes of leaves, bugs, lint
Clivus Multrum – Take water sample, submit to VEP.  Send copy to Aquinnah Board of Health.  Keep accurate records on water usage, copies on water reports, amount of liquid and compost extracted from the composter.
Maintains supply list of appropriate cleaning products.
Monitors the use of detergents and other agents that could be harmful to the building, and operates and maintains recycling system.
Change oil and fluids for generator per manufacturer’s recommendations and change fuel filter every three months.
Change and clean ventilation filters every two weeks and change as needed.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma/GED
A minimum of three years maintenance experience
Basic knowledge and skills in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
Ability to operate most maintenance equipment
A valid driver’s license

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:  Licensed Electrician  and or Licensed Plumber

SALARY RANGE:  $29,840 - $47,775

DEADLINE:  Open until filled

Contact Tobias Vanderhoop, Tribal Administrator
at (508) 645-9265 ext. 101 or t8nup@wampanoagtribe.net

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION RANGER

JOB SUMMARY:  Rangers for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) shall serve as uniformed law enforcement representatives for the Natural Resources Department. They will participate in the development and administration of natural resources management programs; perform inspection of facilities, recreational areas and interpretive displays. Rangers will serve to educate the public of the need to practice conservation, preservation, public safety and good judgment when visiting the Gay Head Cliffs and other areas that will be identified through cooperative agreements with local governments. Rangers will promote good public relations by responding courteously to all visitor and Tribal concerns.

SUPERVISED BY: Natural Resources Director

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  Supervisory duties shall be executed as Team Leaders in special circumstances as directed by the Natural Resources Director.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:  
Works with Program Director to develop procedures and strategies to address natural resource conservation, visitor management and public safety to be implemented through cooperative agreement(s) with local authorities.  
Implement visitor management resource protection and enhancement plan(s), communicates information on a variety of matters including points of interest and natural history of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) and the Island of Martha's Vineyard. Able to discuss the low impact recreational skills needed to conserve the Island's natural resources. Shall coordinate with Tribal Land Use Committee/Land Use Commission, Town of Aquinnah, MV Land Bank and other pertinent groups to review any changes/improvements that may be necessary to improve service delivery as directed.
Public Safety: Along with supervisor(s) coordinates efforts with the Town of Aquinnah Police, Emergency Medical Technicians, U.S. Coast Guard, and Search and Rescue organizations.  Requires familiarity of applicable regulations; Tribal, federal, Bureau of Indian Affairs, state and local laws in order to recognize and respond appropriately.  
Provides conservation services related to; wildlife management, fisheries, aquaculture and forest fire management. Attends training in any/all of these areas. Assists other appropriate natural resources department staff in these duties at the request of Natural Resources Director.
Provide conservation law/law enforcement services to the Tribe, patrol Tribal lands, prevent violations of the law and investigate all violations of Tribal laws on Tribal lands. Provide for the health and safety of Tribal members and the general public by providing protective services abuse prevention and security.
Provides assistance to and coordinates presentations of public safety programs, cultural education, environmental education and other programs designed to enhance the knowledge and understanding of Tribal members and the general public, consistent with community policing.
Assists Natural Resources Department staff to gather information for funding new or continuing contracts, grants and related programs as assigned.
Assists Natural Resources Department staff to structure meetings, complete all necessary reports, daily activity, incident reports, time sheets, grant activity summary reports and others as requested in a timely and professional manner.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Basic computer skills - application of Word or Excel.
Must be able to complete police academy training within one (1) year of employment.
Must be willing and able to learn applicable Tribal, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Must be physically fit.
Must pass FBI and CORI background check.
Must have a valid driver's license with safe driving record.
Must possess or be able to obtain EMT certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associates Degree in any of the following:  environmental sciences, natural resources management, conservation law enforcement, park management or social sciences.
Two years experience working in a natural resource related field.
Experienced hunter/fisherman, boating skills.

SALARY RANGE: $33,566 - $53,740

DEADLINE:  Open until filled

Contact Tobias Vanderhoop, Tribal Administrator
at (508) 645-9265 ext. 101 or t8nup@wampanoagtribe.net

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BOOKKEEPER


JOB SUMMARY:

The Bookkeeper works under the direction and supervision of the Finance Director, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all transactions and financial reporting for assigned departments.  


PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Posting of all accounts payable transactions ensuring that the proper authorization is attached
Posting and payment of bills and credit card transactions
Processing all travel advances and travel reconciliations
Maintain accurate vendor information in the database of the Accounting system
Maintain complete and current vendor files ensuring that all contacts are up-to-date and include the appropriate 1099 information

ACCOUNTS RECIEVABLE

Posting of all accounts receivable transactions ensuring that the proper authorizations and account designations are attached for all deposits, cash receipts and wire transfers
Producing invoices for all receivables and monitoring the collection of income on behalf of the Tribe

RECONCILIATION

Complete monthly proof package ensuring reconciliation of all general ledger accounts
Complete monthly bank reconciliations ensuring that all accounts balance to the bank and the general ledger
Assist the Finance Director in all preparation for annual audits and fiscal year end close out

ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED


MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:  

High School Diploma/GED
Knowledge of basic accounting
Three (3) years bookkeeping, accounting or financial experience, and office experience
Basic typing skills and knowledge of WORD and EXCEL


PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:  

Associates Degree in Accounting
Four (4)  years bookkeeping, accounting or financial experience, and office experience
Non-Profit bookkeeping experience


FULL TIME POSITION:  $36,305 - $40,838


DEADLINE:  Open until filled

Contact Tobias Vanderhoop, Tribal Administrator
at (508) 645-9265 ext. 101 or t8nup@wampanoagtribe.net

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY: CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

The Aquinnah Wampanoag Planning Department seeks a licensed General Contractor to serve as the Construction Supervisor (CS) of the Wampanoag Community Center project. The CS shall provide construction, consulting, scheduling and cost control services.

Requirements:   
·       Possess valid Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License
·       Proof of liability & Workman’s Compensation insurance  
·       Comprehensive understanding of construction and problem solving techniques
·       Ability to read and understand construction documents
·       Availability on site during construction until completion of project
·       Good communication skills – written and oral
        
Responsibilities:       
·       Submit daily reports to the Tribe and Architect
·       Prepare and calculate materials lists with the aid of the architect  
·       Protect against defects and deficiencies in the work
·       Observe and record progress and quality of work
·       Ensure that completed work conforms to plans and notify the Planning Department and architect when it does not
·       Monitor the construction schedule on an ongoing basis
·       Assist in contracting and scheduling with various tradesmen
·       Observe any tests & report results to the architect
·       Maintain orderly construction records and a logbook of activities
·       Submit shop drawings, product data to the Architect
·       Review list of items to be completed or corrected
·       Assist the architect and/or Planning Department with inspections
·       Review all change order requests with architect and Planning Department
·       Prepare weekly timesheets
·       Supervise designated personnel
·       Attend the scheduled Wampanoag Community Center Task Force Meetings
·       Prepare independent punch lists

Submit qualifications by February 19th, 2010 to: Planning Department, 20 Black Brook Road, Aquinnah, MA 02535.  Responses may also be sent via email to durwood@wampanoagtribe.net or faxed to 508-645-3790.  Position open until filled.  It is highly recommend that interested applicants contact the Planning Department for additional information and copies of construction documents.


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APPRENTICE OPPORTUNITY
Tribal Cultural Resource Monitors and General Assistance

Contracted / Temporary and Part Time Position(s)
- As Needed: $10.00 – $13.00 Per Hour

The Tribal Historic Preservation Office / Cultural Resource
Department is looking for students and other interested individuals to commit to working in the area of our Cultural and Historic Preservation efforts.

This opportunity is for students and others; who have an interest in supporting the preservation of our Tribal History, Culture and Traditions, conducting research and providing general support and assistance in the office/department.

Minimum Qualifications: An Aquinnah Wampanaog enrolled Tribal member. A desire to learn about our Aquinnah Tribe, the Wampanoag Nation, Tribal Traditions, Customs and Practices, Recent and Ancient History, and the Practices of the Indians of the Northeast Region. Must be physically fit, willing to work outdoors, have familiarity with computers, some electronics and digital cameras.

Preferred Qualifications: Formal education in; or pursuing a formal education in: American Indian Studies, American Indian History and or Culture, American History, Archeology, Anthropology, any of the Earth Sciences or Environmental Sciences and or any form of Communications.
Please submit a letter of interest to:

Cultural & Historic Commission (CHC)
20 Black Brook Rd
Aquinnah, MA 02535
Fax: 508-645-3790
Phone: 508-645-9265

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Aquinnah Cultural Center Position Announcement

Part -Time Contractual Position

Position: Aquinnah Cultural Center (ACC) Program Director

Salary Range: $21,236- $33,999

Duties and Responsibilities:   Under the supervision of the ACC Board of Directors, the incumbent provides project and administrative support services to the Aquinnah Cultural Center Board of Directors.

Develop grant proposals to fund special projects and organizational operations
Work with the ACC Board of Directors in planning and opening the ACC’s facility at the Edwin Devries Vanderhoop Homestead
Prepare yearly ACC budget and manage program expenses
Prepare and develop promotional materials
Manage ACC files and publications

Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
2 years of college or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:
BA in Museum Studies or related field
Three years experience in a museum setting or related experience

Deadline:  March 19, 2010

Please send resume/application:

Berta Welch
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head, Aquinnah
20 Black Brook Road
Aquinnah, MA 02535
(t) (508) 645-9265
        (f) (508) 645-3790
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Join the Temporary Services Pool

From time to time, we have temporary work available at the multi-purpose building.  

We are looking for skilled applicants to join the Tribe's Temporary Services Pool.  

Administrative
        Receptionist
        Word Processing
        Desktop Publishing
        Accounting
        Bookkeeping
        Other Specialized Administrative Skills
Trade Skills
        Carpentry
        Painting
        Mechanical Repairs
General Maintenance

If you would like to be considered when such work becomes available, please contact us to be added to the temporary services pool.

Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)
20 Black Brook Road
Aquinnah, MA 02535
(t) (508) 645-9265   (f) (508) 645-3790








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