Executive Assistant Open Until Filled Job at Sault Tribe
The Executive Assistant, under the primary supervision of the Administrative Manager, is responsible for providing executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. This position serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external clients or customers on all matters pertaining to the Office of the Tribal Chairperson. This position is responsible for initiating and coordinating administrative functions to support day-to-day operations of the Tribal Chairperson's Office and also provides administrative support as delegated by the Executive office. Responsible for coordinating and assisting with a variety of special projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (includes, but is not limited to, the following)
Will have contact with Tribal employees and members, Chairperson's Office staff and Tribal Administration, executives and public officials, other Tribal Leaders and representatives, and the general public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position is considered light duty with lifting of 20 to 50 pounds with frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Physical factors include constant sitting and typing; frequent use of hearing, and occasional standing, walking, carrying, stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending, manual handling, use of near vision, depth perception, color and field of vision. Potential hazards include constant computer and office equipment use. Must be able to travel. May require periodic air travel.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Business/Office Administration or Management preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience working in a progressive office setting required in addition to above stated degree requirements. Two years of experience working in a Tribal Office setting preferred.
Certification/License: Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Must comply with annual driver's license review and insurability standards with the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Will be required to undergo and successfully pass a background check. Must maintain a good moral character standing. Will be required to complete and pass pre-employment drug testing.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, adapt to changing needs and schedules, demonstrate initiative, manage multiple projects, and reliably complete assignments required.
Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental administration, organization, general accounting, program budgeting, and human resource management, supervision, research and report writing methods, including basic quantitative analysis, administration and management information systems, and modern office practices and procedures, including efficient record keeping required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and LAN Systems required. Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, JD Edwards and Visio preferred.
Must have knowledge of Tribal budget process, accounting procedures, purchasing documentation, filing and archiving system, and organizational management principles and practices.
Knowledge of workflow, organizational structure and operational policies and procedures required.
Knowledge of Tribal programs and services, Tribal organizational structure, divisions, departments, program supervisors, staff and other appropriate contacts and access to applicable federal and state policies and regulations required.
Must have experience working with Native American families.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of Sault Tribe organization, policies and procedures, and effective management practices.
Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, adapt to changing needs and schedules, demonstrate initiative, manage multiple projects, and reliably complete assignments.
Must have ability to analyze problems and data, and develop responsive and effective solutions.
Must have knowledge of standard and required reporting formats and schedules, and ability to develop reporting templates with complex formulas and extensive narrative.
Must have excellent communication skills in writing and verbal, including public speaking.
Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, maintain a cooperative, productive working environment, and promote positive public relations.
Must have ability to respond to difficult and stressful situations in an effective and positive manner.
Knowledge of Sault Tribe human resources management policies and procedures preferred.
Must be flexible and available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Native American preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (includes, but is not limited to, the following)
- Acts as a liaison with Tribal Board, Executive Office, Tribal members, and staff and outside agencies and/or governments for the Tribal Chairperson's Office
- Plans, prepares and coordinates meetings; schedules, attends, takes and distributes meeting minutes and maintains annual calendar for Chairperson.
- Coordinates travel for Chairperson's Office, ensuring travel is reconciled in a timely manner and complies with all travel policies
- Ensures Chairperson receives all meeting packets as requested.
- Develops and maintains databases; prepares and reviews reports, memos, letters and other documents using word processing, spreadsheets, and database or presentation software.
- Receives, tracks, and routes communication to/from Chairperson's Office to appropriate staff (mail items, phone calls, emails).
- Receives and processes documents for Chairperson's signature and maintains signature log.
- Maintains files, prepares and reviews correspondences and reports for editing purposes, files and retrieves documents, records and reports.
- Maintains and orders office supplies and equipment for the Chairperson's Office as assigned.
- Acts as a Tribal representative by attending executive meetings, membership meetings and performing presentations as directed.
- Implements adjustments to improve communication and increase efficiency of work and paper flow.
- Tracks and reports on status and completion of assignments and projects, conveys necessary information relevant to performance of assignments and arranges resources for assignment completion.
- Conducts self in a manner that promotes our traditional Anishinaabe Bimaadiziwin values.
- Coordinates or assists with the coordination of special events such as National Assembly, Tribal Leadership, etc., as directed.
- Will maintain database for Board concerns and follow-up with appropriate staff director to ensure a board response is prepared.
- Maintains confidentiality, as it involves highly-sensitive issues and proprietary information.
- Provides backfill coverage for the front reception desk at the Tribal Administration building as requested.
- All other job-duties as assigned.
Will have contact with Tribal employees and members, Chairperson's Office staff and Tribal Administration, executives and public officials, other Tribal Leaders and representatives, and the general public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position is considered light duty with lifting of 20 to 50 pounds with frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Physical factors include constant sitting and typing; frequent use of hearing, and occasional standing, walking, carrying, stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending, manual handling, use of near vision, depth perception, color and field of vision. Potential hazards include constant computer and office equipment use. Must be able to travel. May require periodic air travel.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Business/Office Administration or Management preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience working in a progressive office setting required in addition to above stated degree requirements. Two years of experience working in a Tribal Office setting preferred.
Certification/License: Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Must comply with annual driver's license review and insurability standards with the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Will be required to undergo and successfully pass a background check. Must maintain a good moral character standing. Will be required to complete and pass pre-employment drug testing.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, adapt to changing needs and schedules, demonstrate initiative, manage multiple projects, and reliably complete assignments required.
Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental administration, organization, general accounting, program budgeting, and human resource management, supervision, research and report writing methods, including basic quantitative analysis, administration and management information systems, and modern office practices and procedures, including efficient record keeping required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and LAN Systems required. Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, JD Edwards and Visio preferred.
Must have knowledge of Tribal budget process, accounting procedures, purchasing documentation, filing and archiving system, and organizational management principles and practices.
Knowledge of workflow, organizational structure and operational policies and procedures required.
Knowledge of Tribal programs and services, Tribal organizational structure, divisions, departments, program supervisors, staff and other appropriate contacts and access to applicable federal and state policies and regulations required.
Must have experience working with Native American families.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of Sault Tribe organization, policies and procedures, and effective management practices.
Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, adapt to changing needs and schedules, demonstrate initiative, manage multiple projects, and reliably complete assignments.
Must have ability to analyze problems and data, and develop responsive and effective solutions.
Must have knowledge of standard and required reporting formats and schedules, and ability to develop reporting templates with complex formulas and extensive narrative.
Must have excellent communication skills in writing and verbal, including public speaking.
Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, maintain a cooperative, productive working environment, and promote positive public relations.
Must have ability to respond to difficult and stressful situations in an effective and positive manner.
Knowledge of Sault Tribe human resources management policies and procedures preferred.
Must be flexible and available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Native American preferred.
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