TERO/Workforce Development Coordinator

Prairie Island Indian Community; Welch Township (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Island Indian Community seeks a TERO/Workforce Development Coordinator to support administration and enforcement of the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance. You will monitor coverage, ensure Native American Preference, review records, and assist with investigations while connecting community members to employment and training opportunities.

Responsibilities include maintaining secure files, compiling reports, and supporting outreach and partnerships within the TERO and workforce

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree with related field experience as described.
• Experience with compliance, auditing, quality assurance, or similar.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply ordinances and policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with common computer software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration, implementation, and enforcement of the TERO Ordinance.
• Verify Native American Preference in employment and contracting.
• Review bids, contracts, and subcontracts for TERO provisions.
• Receive concerns, conduct investigations, and perform compliance reviews.
• Maintain confidential files and compile compliance data and reports.
• Assist with employment referrals and workforce development opportunities.
• Support employer outreach and workforce development initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Reading & interpreting ordinances

Computer proficiency

Independent work

Teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, legal studies, organizational psychology, economics, or a closely related field

Associate’s degree in business, accounting, legal studies, organizational psychology, economics or a closely related field with 2+ years compliance experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

SUMMARY:

The TERO/Workforce Development Coordinator supports the administration and enforcement of the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance and serves as a compliance support position within the TERO Office. This position monitors covered employers, contractors, and subcontractors for compliance with Native American Preference requirements; reviews employment and contracting records; assists with compliance investigations; and maintains accurate documentation. The TERO/Workforce Development Coordinator also supports workforce development activities by connecting community members with employment, training, and career-development opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.

• Assist with the day-to-day administration, implementation, and enforcement of the TERO Ordinance and related policies and procedures.
• Verify that covered employers provide appropriate notice of employment opportunities and apply Native American Preference in the order required by the TERO Ordinance.
• Review applicable bids, contracts, and subcontracts to confirm that required TERO provisions are included and that Native American Preference requirements are followed in contracting and subcontracting.
• Receive compliance concerns and complaints and perform investigations and compliance reviews as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and confidential files related to covered employers, contractors, employment actions, complaints, investigations, and other compliance activities.
• Compile compliance and workforce data, including employment reports, and prepare notices, reports, and other documentation
• Assist community members with employment referrals and access to training, education, supportive services, and other workforce development resources.
• Support employer outreach, workforce partnerships, training activities, contractor meetings, and other TERO or workforce development initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, legal studies, organizational psychology, economics, or a closely related field OR associate’s degree in business, accounting, legal studies, organizational psychology, economics or a closely related field and at least two years of experience in compliance, auditing, quality assurance, or a related field
• Experience in a role requiring strict standards of confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply ordinances, policies, contracts, and/or other detailed requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in using a computer and common computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams)
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to work well within the existing team and government structure
• Sensitive to Native American Culture
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:*

• Position requires repetitive use of fingers, hands, wrist in job related duties, i.e. telephone, computer. Complete range of motion, including fine motor skills and tactile sense of both hands.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time with occasional amounts of standing or walking

REQUIRED TRAINING:

• Harassment training
• Any position-related training as determined by department manager

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed primarily in an office setting, but may include occasional outdoor activities

DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

The Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance applies to this and all employment opportunities for the Community.

*See physical demand analysis for more detailed information.