Professional Development Coordinator
About The Position
Are you passionate about opening doors to higher education and professional success? As our Professional Development Coordinator, you will be the primary advocate for Tribal Citizens pursuing their dreams. From managing tuition assistance and enrichment funds to providing hands-on career coaching, your work will directly empower the next generation of Tribal leaders and professionals. If you are a highly organized communicator who thrives on making a tangible community impact, we invite you to join our Social and Community Services team. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Requirements
- Associate degree with three (3) years’ experience in social or human services or assistance programs.
- Knowledge of Indian culture and communities required; ability to manage client relationships with respect to Tribal traditions.
- Strong knowledge of college applications, academic evaluation, and career development.
- Exceptional verbal and written skills; comfortable speaking in front of large groups and Tribal Council.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, Access).
- Proven ability to manage intricate details and maintain thorough documentation.
- Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass a criminal background investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, or related area.
- Previous experience working with higher education institutions.
- American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply.
Responsibilities
- Administer the Higher Education tuition assistance program; evaluate and suggest policy updates as needs and trends arise.
- Create newsletters, social media marketing, and recruitment materials for scholarships and tuition programs.
- Proactively assist Tribal Citizens with applications, financial aid, and academic grade evaluations; provide letters of recommendation and loan forgiveness education.
- Manage annual budgets; facilitate timely tuition payments to colleges and universities; assess student annual costs of attendance.
- Coordinate with the Higher Education Committee Chair to develop agendas, prepare meeting documents, and manage logistics.
- Develop and maintain local and nationwide partnerships with college personnel and financial aid departments.
- Coordinate annual recognition events for graduates at the Annual Picnic and within the Tribal Newsletter.
- Manage the Enrichment Program, maintaining records and reporting in compliance with policies.
- Create payment requisitions for vendor orders and reimbursements to Tribal Citizens.
- Track program spending and notify leadership of trends to ensure the budget remains aligned with community needs.
- Assist Tribal Citizens and descendants in developing professional resumes and cover letters.
- Teach essential job application techniques and interview skills.
- Guide clients through job search strategies and connect them to training programs or search organizations.
- Provide administrative support to the Family Services Manager and participate in case staffing.
- Prepare quarterly reports for the Tribal Council and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
- Develop and manage annual budgets for Higher Education and Teen Career Exploration (TCEP) Title VI programs.
- Adhere to all JST policies, including safety standards and work practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
