Professional Development Coordinator

Are you passionate about opening doors to higher education and professional success? As our Professional Development Coordinator, you will be the primary advocate for Tribal Citizens pursuing their dreams. From managing tuition assistance and enrichment funds to providing hands-on career coaching, your work will directly empower the next generation of Tribal leaders and professionals. If you are a highly organized communicator who thrives on making a tangible community impact, we invite you to join our Social and Community Services team.

This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Essential Functions

Higher Education Program

• Program Administration: Administer the Higher Education tuition assistance program; evaluate and suggest policy updates as needs and trends arise.

• Marketing & Outreach: Create newsletters, social media marketing, and recruitment materials for scholarships and tuition programs.

• Student Advocacy: Proactively assist Tribal Citizens with applications, financial aid, and academic grade evaluations; provide letters of recommendation and loan forgiveness education.

• Financial Stewardship: Manage annual budgets; facilitate timely tuition payments to colleges and universities; assess student annual costs of attendance.

• Committee Leadership: Coordinate with the Higher Education Committee Chair to develop agendas, prepare meeting documents, and manage logistics.

• Professional Relationships: Develop and maintain local and nationwide partnerships with college personnel and financial aid departments.

• Recognition: Coordinate annual recognition events for graduates at the Annual Picnic and within the Tribal Newsletter.

Enrichment Program

• Administration: Manage the Enrichment Program, maintaining records and reporting in compliance with policies.

• Financial Processing: Create payment requisitions for vendor orders and reimbursements to Tribal Citizens.

• Budget Monitoring: Track program spending and notify leadership of trends to ensure the budget remains aligned with community needs.

Vocational Development

• Career Coaching: Assist Tribal Citizens and descendants in developing professional resumes and cover letters.

• Skill Building: Teach essential job application techniques and interview skills.

• Resource Connection: Guide clients through job search strategies and connect them to training programs or search organizations.

Other SCS Duties

• Provide administrative support to the Family Services Manager and participate in case staffing.

• Prepare quarterly reports for the Tribal Council and ensure compliance with grant requirements.

• Develop and manage annual budgets for Higher Education and Teen Career Exploration (TCEP) Title VI programs.

• Adhere to all JST policies, including safety standards and work practices.

Requirements

• Education: Associate degree with three (3) years’ experience in social or human services or assistance programs.

• Cultural Competency: Knowledge of Indian culture and communities required; ability to manage client relationships with respect to Tribal traditions.

• Subject Matter Expertise: Strong knowledge of college applications, academic evaluation, and career development.

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills; comfortable speaking in front of large groups and Tribal Council.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, Access).

• Organization: Proven ability to manage intricate details and maintain thorough documentation.

• Licensing: Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass a criminal background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, or related area.

• Previous experience working with higher education institutions.

• American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply.

Salary : $25 - $32