JOB DESCRIPTION

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position TITLE: Grant writer/Transportation Planner

Supervisor: &nbs= p; = Community Development Director

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OPEN: = ; &n= bsp; June 14, 2010 = ; &n= bsp; = ; Closes: June 24, 2010 <= /p>

SALARY: $46,000-$56,000 1 FTE

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES INCLUDE:. This p= osition is 35-40% transportation planning and 60-65% planner/grant writer. Transportation planning works closely with tribal key personnel to develop, write, implement and manage BIA contracts for planning and construction of reservation transportations facilities and maintains the Tribe’s long= -range transportation plan. The Planner/Grant Writer portion of the position consi= sts of researching, developing, writing and packaging Federal, State and other grant applications in close coordination with tribal department directors a= nd key personnel.

&nbs= p; MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

BA major study in public administration, education, social services, environmental sciences or related field.
With knowledge/understanding of grant writing/proposals and three years recent experience writing grants.
Two years transportation planning experienc= e in a tribal environment.
Two years experience working WSDOT, FHWA, O= SG and/or BIA transportation planning processes.
Must have experience in planning programs a= nd/or services within a tribal environment
Ability to use standard computer software, including Word and Excel
Excellent research, organizational and writ= ing skills required.
Excellent communication skills both oral and written required.
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environm= ent and receive direction according to the organizational needs.
Good organizational and writing skills, kno= wledge of Native American issues, the ability to learn complex issues, and a = high degree of self-discipline.
Have a valid Washington Sta= te driver’s license, be eligible for the Tribe’s insurance, a= nd be able to obtain insurance and bonding.
Provide writing sample with Application. Sample should be a report, grant or other document written by the applicant and must be a minimum of five pages, single spaced or ten pa= ges, double-spaced.

Behavioral Standards:= Respectful, courteous, and friendl= y to customers, other tribal employ= ees, and tribal leaders. A team pl= ayer that helps the organization meet its objectives. Takes initiative to meet work obje= ctives. Effective communications with cus<= st1:PersonName w:st=3D"on">tomers and other tribal employees. Gets along with co-workers and man= agers. Positively represents the tribe maintaining the trust Skokomish residents h= ave place in each of us. Demonstrates honesty and ethical behavior.<= /span>

This position is at w= ill and does not create a contractual relationship between the tribe and the employ= ee.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 P.M. June 24, 2010 The Skok= omish Tribe’s Policies and Procedures apply to this position, including Ind= ian Preference, Confidentiality and Drug-Free Workplace. Contact the Personnel Office for a= full job description and information on this position or the Skokomish Indian Tribe’s policies.

Reviewed and approved

CEO Initial: ____ Date: ______