1. Plan, implement, and administer culturally based American Indian education programs, ensuring consistent adherence to established State and Federal statutes and guidelines established by MOE for developing the AIE plan and plans for JOM and Title VI.
2. Supervise and evaluate professional and paraprofessional staff within the American Indian Education Department, setting clear goals and improvement plans.
3. Advocate for the needs of American Indian students, providing comprehensive assistance, advice, and support to
both students and staff on various issues.
4. Oversee all departmental and grant fiscal matters, including developing and managing State and Federal funds and budgets, collaborating with Business Services on grant preparation and financial oversight.
5. Work collaboratively with the American Indian community and Parent Committee to assess needs, develop effective programs, and facilitate regular meetings to address concerns following MOE guidelines and District
priorities
6. Prepare and present progress reports for the AIE, JOM, and Title VI plans, along with their associated budgets, to the American Indian Education Committee and funding agencies. Conduct assessments and in-house evaluations to monitor program progress.
7. Partner with curriculum staff to incorporate American Indian Leamer outcomes into the District curriculum, develop stand-alone cultural units, and create alternative assessments aligned with American Indian experiences.

Duluth Public Schools 

Under limited supervision, plans, implements, and administers all aspects of American Indian Education programs, fostering the optimum educational and personal development of American Indian students. The Coordinator serves as
the principal liaison among the school district, the American Indian Parent Committee, and the broader community, ensuring culturally responsive practices and supporting academic achievement through community-based cultural
values.

Requires a minimum of a baccalaureate degree in education, Indian Studies, social science, or a closely-related field and at least one year of experience in a supervisory role in a school district or social service agency working with the Indian community, parents and students of the same or similar heritage; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work.


Verbal and written communication skills, including giving presentations, report writing, and grant writing.

Basic MS-Office applications, especially MS-Word.

Interpersonal skills for working with parents, the community, and within the District.

Federal and State laws that affect Indian people.

Tribal programs that affect Duluth Indians..

Coordinator of American Indian Education 

Please submit your resume, a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, and a current portfolio of graphic design work. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities
Product Development & Design
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Partner with the Creative Director to conceptualize and realize new products and seasonal collections
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Conduct market research on trends in design, color, materials, and competitor products
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Assist in developing mockups, mood boards, colorways, and detailed tech packs
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Create and adapt artwork for a variety of products in collaboration with Indigenous artists
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Ensure designs meet both the artist’s intent and our production standards
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Support packaging design, product refinement, and the overall development process
Graphic Design & Brand Support
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Use graphic design skills to support marketing efforts including retail signage, email campaigns, advertising, and social media assets
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Maintain brand consistency across all visual assets and product designs
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Work on special design projects that reflect Eighth Generation’s brand identity and values
Vendor Relations & Sourcing
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Communicate with domestic and international vendors on artwork, materials, and production
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Support the sourcing of new vendors and maintain current supplier relationships
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Evaluate samples for quality and accuracy, and deliver clear, constructive feedback to vendors


Eighth Generation 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Product Development Associate with strong graphic design capabilities to support our growing product lines. This role will collaborate closely with the Creative Director and cross-functional partners to bring innovative, Indigenous-Designed products to market. 

Required Skills & Qualifications
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Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
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Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook
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Minimum 1 year of experience in product development, graphic design, or a related field
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Strong visual communication skills and an eye for detail
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Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Demonstrated sensitivity when working with Indigenous artists and cultural content
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Portfolio of recent graphic design work is required with application




Product Development Associate 

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to info@eighthgeneration.com.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties
 Organize, oversee, and coordinate donations and community inquiries
 Organize, oversee, and coordinate community outreach activities
 Occasional travel to attend conferences, trade shows and other events for community engagement purposes
 Coordinate and conduct tours of Eighth Generation’s Headquarters for visiting parties
 Assist PM with custom projects via notetaking, attending meetings, and other duties
 Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects
 Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
 Assist business development team by helping with bulk and regular order inquiries from request to creation
 Collaborate on other projects and assignments as needed
 Various administrative duties as needed

The Project Assistant will work closely with Eighth Generation’s Project Manager to oversee and manage development of custom products and other special projects

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
 Associates Degree required, BA/BS preferred
 Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills required
 Ability to build relationships and collaborate with others
 Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills required
 Experience working in retail, Ecommerce, Wholesale, Manufacturing preferred
 Strong written and verbal skills
 Ability to navigate and use PC/Outlook/Microsoft Suite
 Ability to pass a background check required

Project Assistant 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Develops, implements, and evaluates short- and long-term goals, objectives, and policies of the Detention Program to strengthen the overall department operations and administration. Develops and implements internal control mechanisms to maintain division accountability through policies and procedures. 2. Coordinates detention program administration, operations, training, and logistics, (e.g., transportation) activities with other department and division components, tribal agencies, criminal justice agencies, and community. 3. Coach, lead, manage, and direct detention supervisory personnel. Establishes and monitors supervisory employee performance objectives and processes complaints and grievances. Prepares and presents performance reviews. Takes and/or monitors disciplinary/corrective action as appropriate. 4. Ensures the recruitment and selection of qualified and certified personnel. Assigns work activities; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and processes; accesses and directs training, proficiency, continuing education, and re-certification of all personnel in accordance with all requirements. Provides training on new policies, procedures, contracts, agreements, and understandings. 5. Responsible for budget preparation, budget prioritization, and administration including accounting and expenditure control for the division. Approves and monitors line items and coordinates expenditures. 6. Prepares justification and documentation of services; prepares and submits activity and/or required reports; attends meetings, in-service and professional training and court hearings. 7. Inspects the detention facility and housing units for compliance with policies, rules, regulations and directives. Request and verifies maintenance of the detention facility and housing units. 8. Evaluates inmate complaints and grievances; provides resolution as appropriate. 9. Negotiates all detention related contracts, agreements and understandings. Monitors performance for compliance of contracts, agreements, and understandings; monitors and coordinates actions taken on these instruments with contractors, subcontractors and grantors. Notifies and advises the Department Director of any problems or necessary corrective action associated with these instruments. 10. Prepares grant applications to supplement and support program goals and objectives. 11. When authorized, shall represent the Southern Ute Detention Center on various boards, panels, or National and Indian Country detention issues, as appropriate. 12. Maintains best practice requirements for Southern Ute Indian Tribes, state, and federal regulations, policies and procedures governing incarceration. 13. May be delegated to oversee the operations of the Department of Justice and Regulatory in the absence of the Director. 14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Director of Justice and Regulatory, plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the administrative and operational activities of the Southern Ute Detention Program and Facility; ensures compliance with all applicable laws, policies, and procedures; develops and implements Division policy and programmatic changes as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have AA degree in Criminal Justice or related field OR increasingly progressive and responsible law enforcement and/or corrections/detention experience with a combination of education, training, supervisory and leadership experience. Must have 6 years of experience in Criminal Justice, 3 of which are specifically corrections/detentions. Must have 3 years of increasingly progressive and responsible supervisory experience in Criminal Justice or related area. Must never have been convicted of a felony or a crime of misdemeanor domestic violence in Tribal, State or Federal court. Must not have been convicted of or placed on a deferred judgment for any misdemeanor crime for one year prior to appointment. Must not have served any State, County, Tribal, or Federal jail or prison time within the last 4 years. Must have a valid Driver’s license for state of residency and be insurable under the Tribal vehicle insurance policy. Must successfully pass a medical examination prior to appointment and thereafter annually. Must successfully participate in a Physical Agility test during the first 90 days of employment and annually thereafter. The test will consist of a serpentine run, 150 lb body drag, 3’ barrier vault, bed search, stair climb, 5’ barrier up & over, tunnel crawl and a lift & carry. Must pass a psychological evaluation prior to employment. Must pass a thorough background check including Criminal History, fingerprint check, and pre-employment drug test. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Certification in First Aid and CPR. Certification from an accredited law enforcement or detention academy. Experience and/or understanding of State and Federal, BIA jail standards for operating detention. TERO preference: all applicants welcome

Detention Division Head 

Organizes, maintains, and reviews the filing system regularly to ensure the accuracy of files.

Screens office calls, visitors, and mail.

Submits purchase requisitions requests for payments and attaches all required supporting documentation.

Participates with special projects as assigned; assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing assigned programs and events; and monitors assigned programs.

Maintains responsibility for daily mail in/out log and delivering and mailing payments to vendors.

Purchases office supplies and office equipment for all staff in accordance with the Tribe's purchasing policies and budget. Tracks inventory and receipts of online orders.

Receives all incoming items (mail, faxes, applications, etc.) and distributes them to the appropriate Department to ensure receipt by the addressee.

Recommends improvements to workflow, procedures, and equipment and forms.

Keeps accurate records of purchases and tracks orders.

Keeps inventory of supplies and equipment and reports needs to direct supervisor.

Maintains appointment calendar for all department staff.

Assists staff in setting up meetings, workshops, classes, and training or other activities as needed for the department.

Provides administrative and clerical support to the WEC.

Establishes, maintains, and secures record retention systems and files (including digitizing, updating, and disposal) of Official Tribal, Tribal Council meetings, Executive Committee meetings, and Tribal Government records.

Prepares agendas and plans for the WEC, various boards, and other meetings.

Receives, dates, opens, and prioritizes all incoming correspondence for the WEC based on contents and matters of importance as needed.

Manages and maintains schedules for the WEC and notifies them of upcoming events, conferences, and meetings.

Maintains information on the location and transfer of all files/records for future reference.

Creates and maintains a file system for WEC comprised of incoming/outgoing correspondence, meeting minutes, resolutions, working files, etc. Also, as needed, records files and prepares them for retirement and/or disposition in accordance with federal requirements.

Creates and maintains a secure tracking system for disseminating tribal documents as approved by the WEC.

Locates and researches files for specific information and prepares information gleaned from files when required. Maintains records of materials removed and by whom.

Mentors and trains other clerical staff, including Administrative Assistant and Receptionist.

This position serves as backup for answering phones in the reception area when the Receptionist and Administrative Assistant are absent.

Performs other duties related to the position as necessary or as assigned.

Wichita and Affiliated Tribes

The Executive Assistant will work under the direction of the WEC and, when designated, serve as a representative for the WEC to assist them in staying up to date on current issues. Due to the nature of the position, this person must maintain an extremely high level of confidentiality at all times, both on and off duty. This position may require work outside of the regular work hours.

: Completed at least two (2) years in Business Administration, Management, or related field in an accredited College or University. May combine any equivalent combination of experience, training, and education.

: High School or General Education Diploma AND a minimum of 1-year experience in an increasingly responsible administrative/clerical capacity with a demonstrated experience serving in an entry-level capacity and a combination of education, training, and experience equal to 1 year can be substituted that must be documented.

Knowledgeable and skilled in correct spelling, grammar, and management procedures.

Skills to read, analyze, and interpret documents and write routine reports and correspondence.

Skills in communication, both oral and written, to interact with departmental staff, clients, officials, funding agencies, and other individuals regarding program and client matters.

Ability to evaluate and interpret data for the department.

Ability to interpret and follow program guidelines for the department and related programs.

Ability to navigate federal grant systems with little supervision.

Ability to operate software for letter processing and spreadsheets.

Ability to organize and maintain clear and concise records.

Ability to deal with stressful situations positively and professionally.

Work is primarily indoors but requires the incumbent to be in an outdoor environment when traveling between campus buildings and to other offsite departments. The incumbent may be exposed to frequent noise caused by telephones, office machines, and nearby oral communications among other personnel and/or employees.

Physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. See in the normal visual range with or without correction; must be able to read computer screens and printed documents. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, and use hands and fingers to operate office equipment. Light to moderate lifting is required.

Possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. Subject to a background check and drug screening. Must sign a Confidentiality Agreement and abide by confidentiality regarding the program. The Wichita and Affiliated Tribes hiring preference policy applies.

Executive Assistant 

Provides direct oversight of the daily operations, inclusive of fulfilling goals and objectives, as required by applicable grant regulations.

Composes and submits annual grant applications and proposals to funding agencies, also actively seeks and applies for funding from additional resources.

Develops and monitors operating budgets and ensure that expenditures are in compliance with grant regulations, inclusive of either Tribal Cash Match or In-Kind costs as applicable.

Prepares and submits mandatory progress, statistical, and narrative reports for all program components as required by the funding agency. Ensures financial reports have been submitted in a timely manner.

Supervises program staff and implements personnel functions including program-specific training, evaluating work performance, and disciplinary actions.

Works with staff to prepare and submit annual strategic planning documents to incorporate into the Tribe’s annual strategic implementation plan.

Establishes long-term and short-term departmental goals and objectives.

Ensures department staff knows and understands the long-term and short-term departmental goals and objectives.

Identifies funding sources and develops positive working relationships with individuals, agencies, and organizations that may contribute to the accomplishment of department goals.

Creates, develops, implements, and promotes innovative partnerships and projects with other tribes and federal agencies, state agencies, and other organizations.

Attends local, state, and regional meetings and conferences.

Prepares and submits quarterly reports to include progress in meeting identified strategic goals, objectives, and activities during the previous quarter.

Supervises program staff and implements personnel functions that include evaluating work performance and disciplinary actions.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the Program Administrator.

Serves as primary contact for the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Grants to Indian Tribal Governments Program clients.

Assists the advocate for OVW Grants to Indian Tribal Governments Program clients.

Collects data collection, compiles, and submits all mandatory performance reports to the funding agency, under the supervision of the Justice Programs Administrator.

Travels as required for job-related training and attends all required meetings and functions as requested.

Submits the annual grant applications and proposals to funding agencies, and also actively seeks and applies for funding from additional resources.

Maintains and evaluates community partnership relationships and agreements.

Coordinates all of the services and activities outlined in the programs.

Develops individualized plans of action by utilizing program resources for an effective program and host meetings to discuss and improve the current identification and referral network.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the Justice Programs Administrator.

The Program Director is responsible for the daily administration and services provided within the Department. Provides strategic oversight; manages day-to-day activities; establishes organizational structure; and provides leadership in all facets of planning, development, and implementation of project goals and objectives. Provides supervision to department staff. This position may work outside of the normal work week.

: Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or any closely related field from an accredited College or University with three (3) years of verifiable, successful work experience as a Director or in a position of equal level or responsibility.

: AA or AS degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice AND a minimum of 5 years experience in a management capacity with a demonstrated experience serving in a high-level managerial or supervisory capacity and/or combination or education, training, and experience equal to five (5) years can be substituted that must be documented.

Knowledge of grant and program administration, budget management, and financial projections, as well as experience in grant writing.

Ability to interpret and follow program guidelines relating to the department and related programs.

Ability to navigate through federal grant systems with little to no supervision.

Ability to deal with stressful situations in a positive and professional manner.

Work is primarily indoors, but requires the position to be in an outdoor environment when traveling between campus buildings, and to other offsite departments. The position may be exposed to frequent noise caused by telephones, office machines, and nearby oral communications among other personnel and/or employees.

Possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. Subject to a background check and drug screening. Must sign a Confidentiality Agreement and abide by confidentiality regarding program. The Wichita and Affiliated Tribes hiring preference policy applies.

Director of Victims of Abuse Program 

1.Oversee the day to day operations of the Tax and TERO Department and its staff.

2.Review bids, contracts, lease agreements for tax compliance with the Economic Development Department
and the Fallon Business Council.

3.Attend pre-construction meetings with contractors to discuss tax and tero compliance

4.Implement and monitor new and existing taxes for the Tribal Government

5.Ensure purchasing and procurement processes are in compliance with the Tribes Financial Policy.

6.Prepares annual Tax and TERO Department Budgets (i.e. budget modifications)

7.Review the current tax laws, both federal and state and be able and willing to communicate with outside
entities in a professional manner.

8.Verify accuracy of taxpayer records and tax returns including accuracy of the TERO Compliance Agreements
to ensure there are no discrepancies or delinquencies

9.Attend Fallon Business Council meetings as needed.

10. Contact taxpayers in an effort to promote tax compliance and notification of noncompliance and taxes due.

11. Performs work to ensure compliance and enforcement of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe tax and tero
ordinances and regulations.

12. Prepare Tax Exempt Letters as needed for tribal members residing on the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribes
Reservation and contractors for delivery of materials.

13. Establish a tribal hiring hall and certifies qualified Indian applicants. Develops and maintains a register setting
forth the names of Native American individuals by trade and Native American owned firms certified for 
Indian preference.

14. Responsible for collecting the Tribal Employment Rights fee from all covered employers/contractors.

15. Implement the TERO guidelines for Indian preference and ensure responsibility of contractors to hire utilizing
the Indian Preference in Employment.

16. Act in conjunction with the Human Resources office on behalf of any individual, in cases of possible
employment discrimination on TERO projects; such investigations and attempted resolution of cases may 
require the use of available Tribal, State and Federal resources and laws.

17. Prepares compliance agreements/plans for local employers and contractors; maintains a variety of record
keeping systems and statistical data to ensure proper accounting of Indian preference individuals served and 
for use in attempting to secure funding for the TERO program. Inspects any and all non-privileged information 
set forth in the books and records maintained by any covered employer for the purpose of ensuring continued 
TERO compliance.

18. Educate potential employers and contractors, subcontractors, county, state and federal agencies.

19. Collects TERO fees and levies fines against contractors who violate the ordinance.

20. Develop forms and procedures to be utilized by the TERO office, forms and procedures to be approved by the
TERO Commission. Maintain the TERO administrative process including, intake, complaints processing, 
hearings, court proceedings and imposing of sanctions against parties found guilty of TERO violations.

21. Performs regularly scheduled on-site inspection of all TERO jurisdiction work location and/or reviews weekly
workforce reports and payroll records in order to monitor employment and contracting activities. 

22. Responsible for quarterly reports to supervisor, TERO Commission as requested; responsible for compliance
with duties and responsibilities outlined in the TERO Ordinance for the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe.

23. Work with Human Resources to develop and maintain a current list of Tribal manpower resources.

24. Interview and prescreen individuals who meet the minimum requirements for the placement with private
employers/contractors.

25. Meet with employer/employees after placement to evaluate TERO Ordinance compliance.

26. Maintain a current list of certified Native American owned companies in the Fallon area.

27. Coordinate and plan trainings with local and outside agencies.

28. Conduct regular research on employment opportunities in the local and surrounding area

29. Maintain and update a skills bank with TERO Clients for consideration of employment opportunities

30.Work with Tribal Departments on temporary work assignments for TERO Clients

31. Other job related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe

This position is responsible for overseeing the management of the Tax and TERO Department and all related operations including compliance and enforcement of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe TAX and TERO laws: Verifies calculations, collection of tax returns and licensing fees due to the Tribal government including collection of TERO Fees.Review contracts for TAX and TERO compliance as needed.Review and revise the tribes Tax Code and TERO Ordinance for updates as necessary. Establishes and maintains public relations with civic, county, state and federal agencies. Promotes and highlights the skills and resources of the local workforce and the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe by creating job opportunities through utilization and implementation of the TERO ordinance.Planning and research of training opportunities for tribal members.Assist tribal members with training opportunities to obtain employment.Enforce the TERO Ordinance with contractors and ensure compliance is enforced.

1.Proficient in the following computer programs; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

2.Must be well versed in the use of the internet.

4.Knowledge of public relations/customer service principals, practices and techniques.

5.Excellent customer service skills with high regard for confidentiality.

6.Must have management skills and complete tasks in a timely manner.

7.Skills in maintaining accurate records, reports and files.

8.Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental taxation and business and accounting.

9. Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, persuasive proposal; and possess strong editing skills. 

10. Knowledge of program planning, scheduling, community planning and budgeting.

11. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with ability to work under team concept in positive manner with supervisor, coworkers, and community.

12. Administrative ability with skills and knowledge of employment discrimination laws, discrimination investigations and court procedures.

13. Ability to operate computer and knowledge of standard office software applications; attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

14. Must be familiar with all state and federal agencies and their functional relationships to the Fallon Paiute- Shoshone Tribal Employment Office.

15. Strong contributor in team environments

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance and/or Accounting, and (2) years’ experience in taxation or equivalent combination and (2) years of related experience or four (4) years of work experience in TERO, Human Resources, safety, construction or business management.

2. Minimum of three (3) years management/supervisory experience.This is to include supervisory duties as well as office operations duties.

3.The incumbent must pass a background check, pass pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing, have a valid Nevada driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance program

TAX and TERO Administrator 

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Duluth Public Schools

Product Development Associate

Eighth Generation

Project Assistant

Eighth Generation

Detention Division Head

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Executive Assistant

Wichita and Affiliated Tribes

Director of Victims of Abuse Program

Wichita and Affiliated Tribes

TAX and TERO Administrator

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe

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