Job Overview: The Programs Specialist will assist with logistical planning, implementing, and executing successful programs to audiences of all ages and establishes community outreach initiatives relevant to Hoċokata Ṫi and the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. Develop, plan, and implement onsite programs, camps, and workshops for SMSC members of all ages, abilities, and skills. This includes consultant vetting and negotiation, agreement administration, supplies procurement, day of program set up, execution, and take down.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits and advancement opportunities. Generous benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms, free uniform cleaning and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are: The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes to causes, organizations and tribes across the region, state and country. The SMSC has donated more than $350 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org.

Job Requirements:

Reflects MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE required in order to meet the expectations of this job:

• Knowledge of Dakota history and culture obtained through coursework or other experience.
• Bachelors’ degree preferred in American Indian Studies, American Indian History, education, or
  equivalent experience in Dakota cultural education programs.
• 1-2 years’ experience in programming at a multidisciplinary museum or similar cultural organization.
• Knowledge of education program development.
• Excellent public speaking, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).
• A valid driver’s license is required with good driving record.

Licenses & Certifications

• Class D Drivers License