Gila River Indian Community
Sacaton, Arizona, United States
ASSISTANT SERVICE CENTER COORDINATOR
Posted 12 days ago
Job Description
EIVIPLOYlVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Assistant Service Center Coordinator
Closing Date: 04/30/2025
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 25-465
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: District Five Service Center
Location: 3456 W. Casa Blanca Road
City: Bapchule, AZ
Area of Interest: Community Services
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $62,549 00 - $105,749.
00 Salary
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Assistant Service Center Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Service Center Coordinator with
coordinating human services that are delivered from Tribal programs to Community residents. Activities may
include administrative/clerical tasks, personal Visits to homes, and/or event planning and implementation of
recreational and District activities, projects and ?nancial planning. Assumes responsibility for all Service Center
operations in the absence of the Service Center Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Supervise and participate as directed by the Service Center Coordinator, which includes assisting in hiring of
personnel, completing employee performance evaluations, approving timesheets and other personnel matters
as directed.Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of all assigned Tribal facilities and common ground areas which
may include assisting kitchen staff with preparation of daily meals, clean-up of dinning and kitchen areas,
delivering and serving hot meals, and providing transportation for the elderly, youth, and District members as
needed.Provide resource information to District members regarding approved programs and make necessary referrals
as needed which includes providing liaison assistance for District members during natural and human caused
disasters for their safety and welfare.May procure services and goods for the overall operations and oversee accountability of all inventory of tools,
equipment and supplies.Make home Visits to District members and District Elders to ascertain their welfare.Assist the Service Center Coordinator with various activities for the District, Committees, and other Tribal
agencies; Assist with intake and approval of Approved Assistance Programs such as burial intake, HEAP,
EDQLP, TERP and resolving customer issues to their overall satisfaction.Assist with the planning and development of special projects directed by the District Community which may
include planning and organizing events, various activities, and workshops for District Community members
Maintains an overall management style that follows best practices that provides leadership and direction to
all employees including motivation, delegation and staying focus on department mission and goals.Prepare required reports and records to the District Community and/or Committees as directed.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Considerable knowledge of the economic, educational, and social problems of Native Americans.
0 Knowledge of Tribal government resources, and assistance programs on and off the Gila River Indian
Community.
0 Knowledge of Emergency Planning and Incident Management.
0 Some knowledge of Pima traditions and culture.Knowledge of of?ce management and administrative practices in ?nancial planning, budgeting, and projectmanagement.Knowledge of effective supervisory management.Ability to understand and/or speak the Pima or Maricopa language.Ability to prepare required records and reports.Ability to effectively plan, supervise, and coordinate the work of others with events and activities for theDistrict Community.Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing.
0 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Of?cials
and the public.
0 Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business
Administration, Neighborhood Services, Planning, Social Work, or a closely related ?eld and a four (4) years
experience developing, implementing and coordinating neighborhood services, human services, outreach
programs, or closely related experience and which includes two (2) year supervisory experience; Or0 High School or GED and six (6) years experience developing, implementing and coordinating
neighborhood services, human services, outreach programs, or closely related experience and which
included three (3) years supervisory experience.
- Bachelors degree is preferred.ADDITIONAL RES QUIREMENTS:
- Required to a pass background check and ?ngerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.
- Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record
for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be
submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Coordinator or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive bene?ts package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability bene?ts.Preference in ?lling vacancies is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copv of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
Closing Date: 04/30/2025
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 25-465
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: District Five Service Center
Location: 3456 W. Casa Blanca Road
City: Bapchule, AZ
Area of Interest: Community Services
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $62,549 00 - $105,749.
00 Salary
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Assistant Service Center Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Service Center Coordinator with
coordinating human services that are delivered from Tribal programs to Community residents. Activities may
include administrative/clerical tasks, personal Visits to homes, and/or event planning and implementation of
recreational and District activities, projects and ?nancial planning. Assumes responsibility for all Service Center
operations in the absence of the Service Center Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Supervise and participate as directed by the Service Center Coordinator, which includes assisting in hiring of
personnel, completing employee performance evaluations, approving timesheets and other personnel matters
as directed.Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of all assigned Tribal facilities and common ground areas which
may include assisting kitchen staff with preparation of daily meals, clean-up of dinning and kitchen areas,
delivering and serving hot meals, and providing transportation for the elderly, youth, and District members as
needed.Provide resource information to District members regarding approved programs and make necessary referrals
as needed which includes providing liaison assistance for District members during natural and human caused
disasters for their safety and welfare.May procure services and goods for the overall operations and oversee accountability of all inventory of tools,
equipment and supplies.Make home Visits to District members and District Elders to ascertain their welfare.Assist the Service Center Coordinator with various activities for the District, Committees, and other Tribal
agencies; Assist with intake and approval of Approved Assistance Programs such as burial intake, HEAP,
EDQLP, TERP and resolving customer issues to their overall satisfaction.Assist with the planning and development of special projects directed by the District Community which may
include planning and organizing events, various activities, and workshops for District Community members
Maintains an overall management style that follows best practices that provides leadership and direction to
all employees including motivation, delegation and staying focus on department mission and goals.Prepare required reports and records to the District Community and/or Committees as directed.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Considerable knowledge of the economic, educational, and social problems of Native Americans.
0 Knowledge of Tribal government resources, and assistance programs on and off the Gila River Indian
Community.
0 Knowledge of Emergency Planning and Incident Management.
0 Some knowledge of Pima traditions and culture.Knowledge of of?ce management and administrative practices in ?nancial planning, budgeting, and projectmanagement.Knowledge of effective supervisory management.Ability to understand and/or speak the Pima or Maricopa language.Ability to prepare required records and reports.Ability to effectively plan, supervise, and coordinate the work of others with events and activities for theDistrict Community.Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing.
0 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Of?cials
and the public.
0 Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business
Administration, Neighborhood Services, Planning, Social Work, or a closely related ?eld and a four (4) years
experience developing, implementing and coordinating neighborhood services, human services, outreach
programs, or closely related experience and which includes two (2) year supervisory experience; Or0 High School or GED and six (6) years experience developing, implementing and coordinating
neighborhood services, human services, outreach programs, or closely related experience and which
included three (3) years supervisory experience.
- Bachelors degree is preferred.ADDITIONAL RES QUIREMENTS:
- Required to a pass background check and ?ngerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.
- Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record
for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be
submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Coordinator or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive bene?ts package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability bene?ts.Preference in ?lling vacancies is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copv of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
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