STEP Education Liaison

Lumbee Land Development, Inc• Pembroke, NC

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About The Position

The STEP Education Liaison serves as a primary connection between the Lumbee Tribe, local educational agencies (LEAs), schools, families, and community partners to support the academic success, cultural well-being, and educational equity of Tribal students. The role fosters relationships with school districts and educational stakeholders to promote compliance with federal, state, and Tribal education requirements and culturally responsive educational practices. The liaison advocates for Tribal students, facilitates communication between educational institutions and Tribal leadership, and supports initiatives to improve achievement, attendance, graduation rates, and postsecondary readiness. The position is part-time, 20 hours per week, and is based at the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. It reports to the STEP Grant Director. Work is generally conducted under normal office conditions, with occasional evening work and limited overnight and other travel throughout Robeson, Hoke, Scotland, and Cumberland Counties. The role involves grant documentation, reporting, collaboration with partners and contractors, and participation in training and workshops. The position requires a valid North Carolina driver’s license and transportation, and is subject to criminal history and motor vehicle background checks and pre-employment and random drug screening.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Programmatic and/or grant-based experience.
Good communication and computer skills and the ability to relate to diverse populations.
Strong organizational skills.
A positive, proven working relationship with private and public agencies and programs.
Strong supervisory experience and the ability to relate to program clients.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license and transportation.
Willingness to work evenings and travel throughout Robeson, Hoke, Scotland, and Cumberland Counties; some overnight out-of-area travel is required.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to handle deadlines, frequent interruptions, multitask, and interact with a wide variety of people on complex issues.
Successful completion of required criminal history and motor vehicle background checks and pre-employment drug screening; employees are subject to random drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years directing and managing tribal, social, community, or business organizations is preferred.
Lumbee Tribal membership, with proof of membership, receives primary hiring and employment preference under the Tribe’s Indian Preference in Employment Policy.

Responsibilities

Work with partners to provide information about grant resources and services related to the grant’s goals and eight objectives.
Share Tribal resources through channels such as the Tribal website, social media, and community meetings.
Engage school district employees in meetings and discussions when needed for grant success.
Maintain documentation of progress toward goals and objectives and support completion of grant evaluation.
Promote and support the standards, objectives, and mission of the Lumbee Tribe to help ensure districts provide quality educational programs to Lumbee youth.
Network, collaborate, and maintain positive relationships with contractors.
Work with the Director to prepare quantitative and qualitative quarterly reports for the Director of Governmental Affairs and the U.S. Department of Education.
Assist the Director in completing reports in accordance with Department of Education guidelines.
Attend virtual and onsite workshops and training when necessary.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Participate in departmental staff meetings, quality management activities, and educational programs.
Comply with Lumbee Tribe policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality and professional, ethical conduct.