Supervisor: JBCI Tribal Government
Location: Tribal Administration
Employment Type: Full-Time
Mr. Ronald J. Davis
Summary:
The Human Resources Director is responsible for planning, directing, and supervision of the Human Resources functions. The H.R. Director directly participates in the development of policies and procedures and provides guidance regarding policy to employees of the Tribe and current Economic Development (Baby Feathers, Miko’s Gaming, Miko’s Steak & Spirits, and Twisted Feather). Provides support to Departmental Supervisors, Managers, and Directors in any way needed to ensure that all necessary functions are completed in a timely and organized manner. The H.R. Director will also be responsible for coordinating the Tribal Benefits plans, and all other aspects of the Human Resource Department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintains thorough knowledge of Tribal personnel policies and procedures.
- Provides Department Managers and Supervisors information and assistance regarding HR procedures.
- Will ensure that all H.R activities conform to the Jena Band of Choctaw Policies & Procedures and Tribal Law and any departmental procedures established for the Jena Band of Choctaw Tribal Government.
- Ensures the hiring process is conducted according to the Jena Band of Choctaw Hiring practices as outlined in the Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Responsible for reviewing all terminations and disciplinary actions to ensure consistency of policies and reduce liability to the tribe.
- Responsible for reviewing compensation system, and consistent HR practices among all entities.
- Oversight of screening of new applicants to ensure that they are qualified for the position they are applying for.
- Ensure that all application files are organized, maintained, and purged – to keep an up-to-date applicant pool so that administrators have quick, easy access to new hire files.
- Performs as the spokesperson in employment hearings.
- Must be able to complete job assignments thoroughly, accurately, and on time. Must be able to prioritize work for maximum efficiency.
- Sets evaluations schedule annually for all departments. Reviews employee evaluations to ensure they are performed properly.
- Responsible for administering the Drug and Alcohol-free policy which includes scheduling random and reasonable suspicion drug tests.
- Will be responsible for updating policy and procedures, employee incentive plans, job descriptions, and announcements, assist in developing recruitment campaigns, and training programs, and participates in special projects.
- Must adhere to the highest level of confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned by the Jena Band of Choctaw Tribal Government.
Essential Skills and Abilities:
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and can effectively communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, potential new hires, and visitors.
- Must be able to work with all current software, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, purchasing software, and employee tracking systems for the preparation of memos and spreadsheets.
- Must have conflict resolution skills.
- Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to plan, organize and initiate programs
- Requires analytical, planning and business writing, and presentation abilities.
- Must be people-oriented and able to function in a team-based environment.
- Must be able to handle stressful situations.
- Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, and write routine reports and correspondence.
- Must be able to practice fair and good judgment.
- Must have knowledge of Benefits Plan administration.
- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
SUPERVISION:
Carries out supervisory responsibilities as the Human Resources staff in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
