Water Quality Coordinator

Wabanakihw; Calais (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness (WPHW) is seeking a part-time Water Quality Coordinator to support the Sacred Relations Division, focusing on distributing water in the Sipayik Community.

The role may involve transporting water and refilling water jugs as needed. The position reports to the Food Systems Manager and starts at $20.73 per hour, with potential for higher pay based on shift and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Tribal Communities.
• Valid Maine driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, public speaking and listening skills.
• Ability to lift and carry fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate water drop-offs with partner organizations such as Good Shepherd Food Bank.
• Schedule distribution of water to community members.
• Collaborate with Tribal Leadership on water policies and procedures.
• Drive to pickup empty jugs and refill them at the pump house.
• Refill water jugs for elders and people with disabilities when needed.
• Work independently and as part of a team when required.
• Stay well organized and adept at problem solving.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW)is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team! If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team!WPHW is a non-profit organization that serves four federally recognized tribes located in five communities: the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Aroostook Band of Mi'kmaq, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Indian Township, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point, and the Penobscot Nation. Wabanaki traditions, language, and culture guide our approach and describe the ways we live in harmony with each other and the land we collectively share. Services are available to community members living on and off-reservation across the State of Maine.

Position Summary:

Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness (WPHW) is seeking an energetic and passionate Water Quality Coordinator to help support our Sacred Relations Division. This position will focus on distributing water in the Sipayik Community. This position may also require the coordinator to support the transportation of water and refilling water jugs when needed.

Position Details:

• This is a part-time position, working 20 hours per week and will report to the Food Systems Manager.
• The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.73. Shift and experience may increase starting pay.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating water drop offs by organizations – Such as Good Shepherd Food Bank.
• Responsible for coordinating and scheduling efforts to distribute water to community members.
• Coordinating with Tribal Leadership to help establish water policies and procedures.
• Driving your personal and/or company vehicles to pick up empty jugs of water and refill them at the pump house.
• Responsible for refilling water jugs for elders and people with disabilities when needed.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team when required.
• Well organized and apt in problem solving.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Licensing Required:

• Must have experience working or living in the Sipayik community.
• Must have and maintain a valid Maine driver’s license.
  o A clean driving record.
  o Access to reliable transportation.

Skills and QualificationsRequired:

• Experience working with Tribal Communities.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, public speaking and listening skills.
• Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds. Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, load, unload, climb, etc.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.