PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
OPENS:
APRIL 28, 2015
CLOSES:
JOB TITLE:
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
DEPARTMENT:
REPORTS TO: CULTURAL DIRECTOR
SALARY:
HOURS:
MAY 12, 2015
CULTURAL
FULL TIME – 40 HRS/WK
BASED ON SALARY MATRIX + BENEFITS
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Cultural Director, this position is directly involved in the
delivery of evidence-based, strengths-based life skills curriculum that connects youth to
community and culture in order to prevent substance abuse. This position also provides support in
event planning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for devising a holistic and culturally appropriate approach to prevention of
substance abuse among Tribal youth.
2. Provides an assessment of the needs and resources within the community.
3. Designs and implements curriculum to address substance abuse within the Tribal
community for presentation to Tribal Youth using cultural teachings, practices and
activities.
4. Facilitates substance abuse prevention programs for children, adolescents and adults in the
community.
5. Actively engages community members to be contributors in adapting and implementing
the curriculum.
6. Disseminates alcohol and substance abuse prevention information to community members.
7. Coordinates data collection and prepares written reports and analysis as requested.
8. Provides an evaluation of the impact of the curriculum to the Director, Administrative
Management and Tribal Council.
9. Assists the Director in planning, organizing and implementing various community centered
Gathering of Native American events to serve Tribal youth and adults.
10. Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The 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.
Education and/or Experience
Associates Degree in Human Services or a related field, and four years experience in communitybased substance abuse prevention work, with demonstration of a thorough understanding of Native
American culture, and a holistic approach to wellness as a traditional part of Native American
belief systems is required. Chemical Dependence Professional (CDP) preferred. Must have
knowledge of the cultural practices of the Puyallup Tribe and the Pacific Northwest Native
culture. Must demonstrate ability to design, write and implement curriculum. Experience in
organizing and planning events required. Position requires clerical skills including typing and
personal computer skills using word processing, spreadsheets (i.e., Word for Windows, Excel,
Access, etc.).
Note: Part-time work is prorated in crediting experience (e.g., if you work 20 hours per week for a 12-month period
you will be credited with 6 months of experience).
Language Skills
Effectively conveys and receives ideas, information and directions. Demonstrates good verbal and
written communication. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating
and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write curriculum, routine reports
and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of
organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and
interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral,
or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations.
Licenses Or Certificates
Must acceptably pass criminal history and background inquiry prior to and periodically throughout
employment.
Must have and maintain a Valid Washington State Driver’s License and proof of insurance.
Driver’s License must not contain restrictions that would otherwise prohibit the employee from
driving a GSA vehicle.
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Other Requirements
Must have a minimum of two years documented recovery from substance or chemical dependency
issues; or no prior history/diagnosis of chemical misuse, abuse or dependency.
Knowledge of local, state, federal and private programs resources.
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals, groups, and communities. Sensitive to and
knowledge of Indian customs, traditions and culture. Attends in-service training as appropriate.
Maintain appropriate and ethical boundaries with community members.
Must be willing to participate in and have knowledge of the Tribe’s annual Canoe Journey.
Uses effective teaching and modeling methods while interacting with community members and
youth.
Successfully works with others to achieve desired results by working and communicating in an
understanding, supportive and flexible way.
Ability to work in a high stress environment.
Commitment to respecting confidential nature of program.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 Requires the ability to operate a typewriter, personal computer, multi-line telephone,
calculator, facsimile and photocopier.
 Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in
English.
 Requires the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
 The employee occasionally is required to stand and walk.
 The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
 The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
 Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability
to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 The noise level is moderate.
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The physical exertion is low to moderate.
Work is generally performed in an office setting.
There are frequent employee and client contacts and interruptions during the day.
Requires occasional travel using employee’s own transportation.
Employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions.
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as
the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of
employment.
INDIAN PREFERENCE EMPLOYER AS REQUIRED BY LAW
H O W T O A P P L Y:
Submit application and resume postmarked by the closing date to:
Human Resource Department
Puyallup Tribe of Indians
3009 East Portland Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98404
Note: Applications & copies of job announcements available at Rm. # 157
or online at www.puyallup-tribe.com
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Ph.#:
(253)573-78
Fax#: (253)573-7963
Email: [email protected]