INJURY PREVENTION SPECIALIST

CSKT Tribal Health Department; Saint Ignatius (MT); On-site; USD 34,867 - 43,050; Full time

Job summary

The CSKT Tribal Health Department is seeking an Injury Prevention Specialist for a 5-year grant-funded position in Saint Ignatius. The role requires managing injury prevention programs and working with community health initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a Bachelor’s degree or significant relevant experience. Salary is competitive, ranging from $25.31 to $31.25 per hour, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Exercise Science, Nursing, or related field.
• Associate's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience in injury prevention.
• High school diploma with at least 5 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee injury prevention programs in various community settings.
• Coordinate health promotion and safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with emergency services and healthcare standards.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR certification

Knowledge of injury prevention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field

Associate's degree with experience

Job description

INJURY PREVENTION SPECIALIST (Various locations, 5‑year grant funded position)

TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and meet one of the following education/experience combinations:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Exercise Science, Nursing, or a related field;
• Associate's degree with at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience in injury prevention, healthcare, emergency services, community health, program coordination, or community safety;
• High school diploma/GED with at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience and/or applicable certifications or formal training in injury prevention, healthcare, emergency services, community health, fitness/fall prevention, program coordination, or community safety;
• An equivalent combination of education, certifications, and direct experience demonstrating the ability to perform duties.

Current CPR certification (or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire) and HIPAA certification (within 90 days of hire) are required. Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.

Subject to background check under Public Law 101‑630, all applicants must submit a Tribal application, a copy of academic transcript or training certificates, licensure documents, a copy of a valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming veterans preference, a copy of DD‑214.

This position is a Testing Designated Position within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy and is subject to random drug testing. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the tribes, must pass a pre‑hire drug test and serve a mandatory six‑month probationary period. Must pass a background and suitability check according to Public Law 101‑630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

Salary is $25.31–$31.25 per hour, plus benefits. Will be employed under contract.

To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675‑2700 Ext. #1040, or [e-mail]. Tribal applications are also available online at cskt.org/personnel.

Closing date will be Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. (MST).

CSKT is a tribal member preference employer.