What are the responsibilities and job description for the THPO NAGPRA Assistant position at Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska?
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Wellness resources
Closes: 4/24/2026
THPO/NAGPRA Assistant
THPO/NAGPRA Assistant
Reports to: Culture Preservation Director/THPO
Salary (Grade): $21.66 (G16-E)
Status: Regular, FT (Non-Exempt)
Status: Regular, FT (Non-Exempt)
Location: Angel Decora Museum, 601 E College Drive Winnebago NE 68071
Job Purpose & Position Overview
Incumbent will assist the Culture Preservation Director/THPO and the NAGPRA/Museum Assistant with all clerical duties, research project, and administrative functions as assigned. Incumbent will help provide tours of the museum, Assist the NAGPRA/Museum with setting up exhibits and changing out the exhibits, assist with tours to patrons that visit the Angel DeCora Museum. Will do research regarding the Winnebago/Ho-Chunk history, traditions, and customs. Willing to learn the Ho-Chunk language.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
- Assist with organizing Angel DeCora Museum tours.
- Assist the NAGPRA/Museum Assistant with exhibits.
- Assist with the CPD/THPO and Museum/Assistant with Repatriations
- Organize and maintain a filling system documenting WTN history, traditions and historical knowledge.
- Assist with preparing reports, documents, letters,
- Process department/program requests of traditional knowledge and research information.
- Provide additional support (clerical, secretarial & administrative) as required to the Preservation staff as needed.
- Will do research as needed regarding Winnebago/Ho-Chunk history, traditions and language
- Demonstrate ability to be flexible and follow instructions as needed
- Demonstrate ability to work with others in collaboration
- Demonstrate ability to work through and overcome obstacles to meet project goals and objectives
- Duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Required Qualifications/Skills:
- At least one year of office/clerical experience required.
- One or more years’ experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations preferred.
- Knowledge of the Winnebago/Ho-Chunk history, traditions, and language.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access programs.
- Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, education, character, and criminal background check.
- Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638: Indian Self-Determination Act, Tribal organizations and funding opportunities.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet driver’s eligibility guidelines for insurance.
- Able and willing to travel.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
- Supervisory duties when THPO/Cultural Preservation Director and Curator is out of office
Education Preference:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
Training Requirements:
- Must attend all department meetings and training courses as required or directed by Culture Preservation Director.
Physical Requirements:
- Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
- Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
- While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Mental Requirements:
- Reading, writing, calculating
- Above average social interaction skills
- Reasoning/Analysis
- Works with minimal to no supervision
Language Requirements:
- Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
- Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
- If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
- Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.
As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits
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