Transportation & Roads Technician

poarchbandofcreekindians; Atmore (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life保险

Paid time off and holidays

EAP

401(k) with employer match

Performance bonuses and COLA increases

Job summary

Poarch Creek Indians is seeking a Transportation & Roads Technician to support Public Works and the Transportation Planner Director. The role involves coordinating with the BIA, researching funding options, and assisting with special projects to maintain the tribe’s transportation inventory.

Core duties include preparing documents, monitoring grants, budgeting, and coordinating with tribal departments. The position requires GIS knowledge, a Bachelor's degree, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required.
• Three (3) years of experience with budgets including reports and approvals.
• Three (3) years of experience in IT, software management, data collection, program compliance, or program oversight.
• Must possess certification in basic ARC-GIS software or obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Preference for college level Accounting I and II.
• Must have valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Background check required.
• Willingness to travel and participate in training and events.
• Ability to perform duties adequately and successfully.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and maintain correspondence, reports, grants, contracts, and other documents.
• Provide administrative support for Public Works, Transportation, Facilities, grants, contracts, and projects.
• Coordinate with Tribal departments and partners on projects and programs.
• Monitor grants and contracts for compliance, deadlines, budgets, expenditures, and reports.
• Prepare and track budgets, invoices, expenditures, and schedules.
• Coordinate consultant assignments, invoices, plan submittals, and communications.
• Maintain accurate records and files for department, grants, contracts, and projects.
• Support transportation programs, including planning and roadway maintenance.
• Maintain GIS data and the National Tribal Transportation Facility Inventory.
• Conduct fieldwork and collect roadway data as needed.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Excellent English

Computer & MS Office

Data entry

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Accounting I & II (college level)

Tools

ARC-GIS

ArcGIS certification

Job description

Transportation & Roads Technician

Department: Public Works

Position Status: Regular Full-Time

Supervisor Role: Yes

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Join Our Mission:

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

About the Role:

The Transportation & Roads Technician supports the Public Works & Transportation Planner Director by coordinating with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), researching programs, grants, and funding opportunities, and assisting with special projects. The position also helps maintain the Tribe’s transportation inventory and supports departmental goals and programs as assigned.

Professional Staff of the Poarch Creek Indians will consistently demonstrate the abilities to influence, innovate, flex their style, and problem solve along with a strong commitment to embodying the core values of the Poarch Creek Indians, which include Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, proofread, and maintain correspondence, reports, grants, contracts, and other departmental documents.
• Provide administrative support for Public Works, Transportation, Facilities, grants, contracts, and projects.
• Coordinate with Tribal departments, government agencies, consultants, and other partners on projects and program activities.
• Monitor grants and contracts for compliance, deadlines, budgets, expenditures, reports, and required documentation.
• Prepare and track budgets, invoices, expenditures, project schedules, grant requirements, and reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate consultant assignments, invoices, plan submittals, project schedules, and related communications.
• Maintain accurate departmental, grant, contract, and project records and files.
• Support federal and Tribal transportation programs, including transportation planning, roadway maintenance, and improvement projects.
• Maintain and update GIS and transportation data using ArcGIS, including the National Tribal Transportation Facility Inventory.
• Conduct fieldwork and collect roadway and transportation data as needed.
• Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, prepare meeting minutes, and provide general administrative support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required.
• Three (3) years of experience working with budgets including, but not limited to, required reports, budget modification, etc., required.
• Three (3) years of experience in IT, software management, data collection, program compliance, or program oversight required.
• Must possess certification in basic ARC-GIS software or obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
• College level Principles of Accounting I and II preferred.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and an insurable driving record according to Tribal Insurance guidelines.
• Must complete the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Essential Competencies:

• Maintain absolute confidentiality and demonstrate strong integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent English, spelling, grammar, writing, and communication skills.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel; must pass required skills testing.
• Knowledge of GIS, mapping, programming, and data entry preferred.
• Knowledge of federal regulations related to grants, contracts, and funding programs.
• Strong organizational, project management, multitasking, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Dependable, punctual, accountable, and committed to quality results.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to high-performing teams.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve processes and procedures.
• Must be available for 24/7 on-call assignments as needed for Tribal Government operations.

Total Rewards Package:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance bonuses and COLA increases

Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.