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Kenaitze Indian Tribe

Human Resources Director

kenai, AK

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Kenaitze Indian Tribe lists this Human Resources Director opportunity in kenai, Alaska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Human Resources Director

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Executive Director

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance , P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Human Resources Director acts in a key leadership role within Kenaitze Indian Tribe whose primary responsibility is the oversight of the Tribe's human resources functions. The Director provides guidance to the Executive Director of Tribal Administration and Director of Health Systems in planning and implementing human resources goals, initiatives and structure in alignment with the Tribe's values and vision. The Director reports to the Executive Director of Tribal Administration and responds to budgetary and performance measures, achievement of goals and strategies, and results of monitoring functions. This position works towards and encourages collaboration with the Tribe's programs and outside agencies to carry out optimal customer care and support services.

Essential Functions

Responsible for human resources strategic and annual planning

Support and promote Tribal and Native hire preference by working collaboratively with the TERO Manager

Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Tribe's compensation and performance management systems

Administer employee benefits, including workers' compensation insurance process, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Responsible for overseeing benefit renewals and notifications to staff

Assists Directors in the development and implementation of staff training and development programs

Work in conjunction with the TERO Manager to ensure the Tribe's recruitment process incorporates optimum internal customer service and best practice, and be directly involved in the recruitment of director and high level health system positions

Oversight of personnel records management

Ensure the Tribe's compliance with applicable state and federal employment laws, including reporting requirements

Develop personnel policies and procedures and provide guidance to the Tribe's supervisors and staff regarding laws and Tribal policies and procedures

Conduct personnel investigations and work collaboratively with the TERO Manager on all TERO employee investigations

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit (Stationary position)

Walk (Move, Traverse)

Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)

Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)

Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)

See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)

Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)

Pushing or Pulling

Repetitive Motion

OSHA Categories

Category III - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: Computer and other office equipment

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: May be required to drive personal vehicle to and from additional work meeting sites. May be required to drive a KIT vehicle to transport clients.

Travel

Local

In-State

Out-of-State

Comments: Local meetings and/or trainings, also possible in-state and/or out-of-state travel for training

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree

Experience

Seven years of organizational human resource management and personnel management experience

Experience in the Healthcare field

Experience in the development of human resources and workplace strategies

Experience in compensation structure development and benefit plan development

Experience in budget management

Experience in policy and procedure development & implementation

Experience in public speaking and staff development and training programs

Preferred

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

License/Certification

Specialized HR certifications, e.g. Society of Human Resource Management Certified Professional or Senior Certified Professional, and Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Valid Alaska driver license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy

Special Skills

Strong conflict management and investigation skills

Knowledge of state and federal employment and safety laws, and how they apply to Tribes

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

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Worksite address

kenai, AK, 99611, US

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