Job No. 535260 Tribal Liaison

Job title:

Job No. 535260 Tribal Liaison

Company

California State University

Job description

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: THIS RECRUITMENT IS AVAILABLE TO CURRENT ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYEES ONLY.

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Administrative Trainee

UNION CODE: R09

FT/PT: Full-time

PAY PLAN: 12-month

WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location).

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $3,338 – $3,500

• However, offer amount will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, education, skills, and training.

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $3,338 – $5,549

PAY BASIS: Monthly

BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 14 paid holidays per year and more! See our for additional information.

POSITION PURPOSE: Under direct supervision of the Chief Diversity Officer, the Tribal Liaison plays a critical role in training to assist with fostering relationships and facilitating collaboration between the university and tribal communities. With time in the role, this position will assist with serving as a key point of contact for tribal governments, organizations, and individuals, ensuring effective communication, cultural sensitivity, and mutually beneficial partnerships. The Tribal Liaison serves as a campus ambassador to all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples, both federally recognized and non-federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes, as well as Native Hawaiian Organizations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tribal Relations & Engagement

• Participate in training to learn to assist with outreach efforts to connect the university with local tribes, including both federally recognized and non-federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes, and Native Hawaiian Organizations.
• Assist Chief Diversity Officer with communication between tribal governments, leaders, and tribal community members, building relationships and facilitating collaboration with the university.
• In coordination with the Chief Diversity Officer, assist with tribal governments, leaders, and community members to understand their needs, concerns, and aspirations, and identify opportunities for partnership with CSUB.
• Collaborate with the Chief Diversity Officer & Special Assistant on issues impacting Native American tribes and communities, President’s Native American Advisory Council, and CSU Native American Steering Committee to assist in addressing key challenges and promoting inclusivity.

Advocacy & Outreach

• Assist with advocating for the needs and interests of tribal communities within the university, ensuring their perspectives are considered in decision-making processes and policies.
• Assist with organizing and participating in relevant tribal events, conferences, and meetings to represent CSUB and build relationships with tribal communities.
• Assist with developing and implementing outreach strategies to attract and retain Native American students at CSUB, collaborating with admissions, student services, and other relevant departments.
• Assist with coordinating cultural events, workshops, and educational programs on campus to promote awareness and understanding of Native American cultures, histories, and contemporary issues.

Resource & Knowledge Sharing

• Stay informed about tribal policies, legislation, and issues affecting Native American communities at local, state, and national levels, and disseminate relevant information to the university community.
• Learn to provide resources and information to CSUB faculty, staff, and students regarding Native American cultures, histories, traditions, and protocols, fostering cultural competency and respect.
• Assist with collaborating with CSUB departments to integrate tribal perspectives and content into relevant academic programs and curricula.

Reporting & Collaboration

• Prepare regular reports on tribal engagement activities, progress, and outcomes to share with university administration, tribal partners, and relevant committees.
• Assis with collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, such as tribal liaisons from other institutions, governmental agencies, and community organizations, to foster collaboration and share best practices.
• Assist with seeking funding opportunities and grants to support tribal-related initiatives and programs at CSUB, in coordination with the Chief Diversity Officer & Special Assistant to the President and University’s development office.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Native American Studies, or related field.

LICENSES – Possession of a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA’s) –

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Foundational knowledge and understanding of Native American cultures, histories, and contemporary issues.
• Familiarity with tribal protocols, sovereignty, and intergovernmental relations, particularly for California Native Nations and American Indian/Native American, Alaska Native, and Hawaiian People.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with tribal communities or similar community engagement roles.
• Ability to assist with navigating complex cultural, political, and bureaucratic environments with tact, sensitivity, and respect.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures relating to and impacting the area of work.
• Ability to collect and compile a wide variety of standardized data.
• Ability to identify and obtain information from outside resources.
• Ability to reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate procedural recommendations.
• Ability to read comprehensively.
• Ability to participate effectively in conferences and interviews.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.
• Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University infrastructure.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work overtime, occasional holidays, and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment possessing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: LIGHT WORK – involves mainly sitting, up to 25% standing or walking; lifting medium weight objects limited to 25 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Other: Drive to neighboring tribal communities.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES UNION: It shall be the policy of the CSU in filling vacant CSUEU bargaining Units 2, 5, 7 & 9 positions to fill such vacancies from among qualified individuals currently employed on-campus except when it is determined that it is necessary to appoint outside applicants to meet campus workforce diversity goals or to provide specialized skills and abilities that are not available from current employees.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of the people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.

MANDATED REPORTER: Limited: The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.

EEO STATEMENT: California State University, Bakersfield is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.

Advertised: Feb 06 2024 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 20 2024 Pacific Standard Time

Expected salary

$3338 – 3500 per month

Location

Bakersfield, CA

Job date

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 01:23:14 GMT

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