Domestic Violence Outreach Coordinator - Internal Closing: 11/10

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska•Omaha, NE

2d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Domestic Violence Outreach Coordinator works in the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska’s Tribal Affairs Division, Human Services Department, and reports to the Domestic Violence Program Supervisor. Based in Ralston, this full-time, grant-funded position coordinates the Domestic Violence Program outreach plan, educates the public about available services, and supervises outreach and training staff as funding allows. The role raises awareness across tribal and community settings through presentations, training, public interaction, and event planning and management. The position works with tribal departments and external organizations to promote awareness of domestic violence issues and resources, encourage referrals, identify training needs, and maintain communications about program services. It requires maintaining confidentiality and records, representing the program professionally, and responding calmly and empathetically when working with people in crisis. The role is based in a professional office environment, involves extensive travel throughout the Ponca Service Delivery Area and occasional travel outside it, and requires work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Associate degree in social sciences, criminal justice, public relations, or a similar field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to speak effectively in public.
One year of experience supervising staff, volunteers, and/or teams.
One year of experience or knowledge and understanding of domestic violence, sexual assault, and dating violence barriers and best practices.
One year of public speaking experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured.
Must successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
Ability and willingness to travel within and outside the Ponca Service Delivery Area.
Must comply with Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, and 25 CFR Part 63, Indian Child Protection Act.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, criminal justice, public relations, or a similar field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Knowledge of community resources and support organizations.
One year of experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations.
Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638, the Indian Self-Determination Act, Tribal organizations, and funding opportunities.
Preference is given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe; all qualified individuals are eligible.

Responsibilities

Engage with local schools, medical facilities, law enforcement, social service agencies, and other organizations to promote awareness of domestic violence issues and available resources.
Present information about intimate partner violence and available resources to groups of all ages.
Identify community training needs based on program needs and grant requirements.
Work with the Tribal Communications Director or designee to maintain communications and awareness of domestic violence programming and services.
Network with medical professionals, court officers, school personnel, law enforcement, Tribal programs, and other professionals to encourage referrals to services and programming.
Represent the program professionally at required community meetings and events.
Supervise Domestic Violence Program outreach and training staff, as funding allows.
Maintain client and program confidentiality.
Work independently, manage assigned responsibilities, and handle stressful or crisis situations.
Maintain documentation and records in accordance with reporting requirements.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with victims, employees, volunteers, and collaborative partners.
Perform other duties as assigned.