Tribal Development & Mentorship Coordinator (Tribal Member Only)

Soboba Casino•San Jacinto, CA

About The Position

This position provides administrative, logistical, and coordinator-level support to HR leadership in administering the Tribal Member Career Readiness and Development Program and related Tribal development and mentorship initiatives. It supports program activities from participant interest and onboarding through departmental rotations, evaluations, career development, and job placement coordination. The role is designed to build a Tribal Member’s knowledge and capabilities through hands-on work, structured training, and mentorship from HR leadership. The Team Member will begin by learning and demonstrating proficiency in foundational administrative responsibilities, then progressively assume more complex coordination and program responsibilities. The long-term goal is to prepare the Team Member over multiple years for potential program responsibilities, depending on demonstrated readiness, performance, organizational needs, and available opportunities; advancement is not automatic or guaranteed. The position participates in a structured development plan established by HR leadership, completes assigned training and hands-on learning, attends mentorship meetings and performance check-ins, and learns program administration by completing administrative and coordinator-level assignments. As proficiency and readiness are demonstrated and approved, the Team Member may progressively take responsibility for assigned program activities. Matters involving eligibility decisions, policy exceptions, performance concerns, corrective action, or job placement approval must be referred to the appropriate HR leader. This position is exclusively available to a registered member of the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license and to submit to and obtain negative results on all drug and/or alcohol testing.

Requirements

Must be a registered member of the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians; individuals who are not members are ineligible.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong written and verbal organizational and communication skills.
Working knowledge of general office equipment and personal computers.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Advanced reading-comprehension skills.
Ability to accurately complete tasks within established timelines.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Ability to follow up and follow through on assigned projects.
Interest in HR or leadership development.
Demonstrated reliability and dependability, including consistent attendance, punctuality, and follow-through on assigned responsibilities.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license.
Must submit to and obtain negative results on all drug and/or alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent experience.
One to two years of experience in HR or an administrative role.
Experience working within Tribal governments, gaming enterprises, or culturally focused organizations.
Knowledge of casino operations and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

Maintain program files, attendance records, tracking logs, and accurate confidential records of participant progress, program completion, and employment outcomes.
Prepare training and workshop materials, assist with reporting and data entry, and collect and organize interest forms, development plans, rotation schedules, evaluations, and other program documents.
Coordinate with appropriate HR functions to track onboarding and clearance requirements before participants begin approved assignments.
Monitor evaluation due dates, follow up on outstanding documents, and route completed evaluations to HR leadership for review and approval.
Prepare meeting agendas, document follow-up items, and provide administrative support for program meetings.
Serve as a point of contact for participant questions, explain established processes and expectations using approved materials, and refer questions requiring interpretation or approval to HR leadership.
Support logistics for rotations and departmental experiences and help participants complete required program steps.
Maintain regular contact with participants, identify scheduling, training, or participation concerns, and communicate concerns to the appropriate HR leader.
Assist participants with accessing approved resources and completing program-related forms and documentation.
Coordinate career coaching appointments and document development goals and follow-up activities as directed.
Support participants in navigating applications for available positions in partnership with Talent Acquisition and HR leadership.
Assist with event planning and development workshops and support transitions from internship to development programs.
Provide general HR support related to development programs.
Gather participant and departmental feedback to help identify opportunities to improve program administration and participant experience.
Compile program information and prepare routine progress updates for HR leadership.
Support communication among participants, departmental leaders, mentors, and HR to promote timely follow-through on program activities.
Participate in a structured development plan, assigned training and hands-on learning, mentorship meetings, and performance check-ins.
Progressively assume responsibility for assigned program activities as proficiency and readiness are demonstrated and approved by HR leadership.
Develop the ability to identify program needs, recommend improvements, and support planning and reporting as experience increases.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

401k Plan
Basic life insurance paid by the employer, with the option to purchase supplemental life insurance.
Medical coverage available to employees at a significantly reduced cost.
Dental and vision coverage paid for the employee.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness Program, including an annual health fair, wellness education, and incentive programs.
Paid Time Off.
Team Member Recognition, including quarterly and annual reward and recognition programs.
Team member incentives.
Discounted team member meals.