Overview:

The Employment Development & Training Director maintains all Department of Labor (DOL) reporting. The director will direct and supervise the ED&T in accordance with Workforce Investment Act (WIA) section 166 regulations.

The director sets professional standards for the staff of the department. The director ensures that the ED&T staff understands their job duties and encourages staff in their professional development to ensure that ED&T clients are receiving quality service. The director provides the controller and executive director with appropriate documentation to maintain all direct and indirect services to clients in the ED&T. The Director will have, or will gain, extensive knowledge of the WIA section 166 (Indian and Native American Programs) to direct and develop the ED&T strategically. The director functions as a member of the management team which requires on occasion performing duties for other program director/executive director during absence. This policy complies with public law 105-220 section 166.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and/or implement the two-year Comprehensive Services Plan (CSP), and future submissions and/or modifications of plans to the U.S. Department of Labor. Conduct regular reviews of existing financial reports for the purpose of compliance and program planning
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports for submission to DOL by appropriate deadlines
• Administration of grant processes and financial execution of expenses and program deliverables, while meeting all associated hard deadlines
• Analyze operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms, performance standards, and work flow patterns, identifying areas for improvement or revisions to better meet the needs of the Tribal Community
• Research and evaluate labor market information to best-direct the ED&T to meet client needs, and ensure job placement in high-pay and high-growth jobs
• Attend quarterly WIA conferences to gain latest information on policy and best practices, and to develop important relationships
• Verify all client documentation and eligibility, and oversee the State and Federal management information system
• Approve all worksite and training arrangements, including work experience
• Oversee all requests for supportive services to ensure in accordance with WIA guidelines
• Manage ED&T team; conduct performance reviews of ED&T staff, review timesheets, vacation requests and other management duties in a timely manner
• Encourage and find entrepreneurial training and business opportunities for the community
• Assist in the development of social enterprise to meet the Colorado River Indian Tribes short and long goals
• Locating and helping cultivate additional resources for program growth
• Providing updates and reports to the Chairman and Administration Committee as requested
• Maintaining "No Alcohol and Drugs" policy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Possess excellent management and communicate skills, written and oral
• Previous experience, or extensive knowledge of workforce and training
• Experience working with American Indians in a culturally responsive manner and approach
• Knowledge and experience to oversee and utilize the budget responsibly

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Valid Driver's License
• Any combination of education, professional training and work experience which demonstrates the potential ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

The Colorado River Indian Tribes has implemented a Tribal / CRIT Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are enrolled members of the Colorado River Indian Tribes will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position. Let it be known that Tribal preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER:

Confidentiality: All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.

Background Investigation: This position may be subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check and/or a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, some positions are subject to a 101-630 background check in an effort to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630 "Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act." Candidates must be able to successfully pass all required background checks to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning employment and will be subject to random drug testing per the CRIT Employee's Handbook, Substance Abuse Policy.

Disclaimer: The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive invento1y of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed.

APPLY:

C.R.I.T. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

26600 MOHAVE ROAD

PARKER, AZ 85344

FOR CRIT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VISIT: http://crit-nsn.gov

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Section 701 (b) and 703 (I) explicitly exempts from overage the preferential employment of Indians by Indian Tribes. Therefore, CRIT acknowledges and extends preferential treatment to enrolled CRIT members who qualify toward all employees or applicants based on race, color, sex, religion or national origin.

CRIT OFFERS: Health and Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave. Pre-Employment Drug Screening is required.

Pay: Up to $35.10 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you an enrolled member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes?
• Do you have a valid Driver's License?

Work Location: In person