Human Resources
Mission Statement
The Human Resource Department will serve as administrative strategic partner with our employees, and individuals seeking employment opportunities with the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas. We will provide leadership and guidance in the development, implementation, and equable administration of policies and procedures, thus fostering a positive work environment.
The mission of Human Resources is to support our right to practice Indian Preference, while maintaining confidentiality and our promise of fair treatment, accountability while promoting and supporting recruiting strategies, as well as collaborating with departments to create a high performing, diverse workforce.
Our Vision
The Human Resources Department is a resource for the Kickapoo Reservation Community and is recognized as a dynamic team of knowledgeable professionals who impact and promote equity and fair human relations throughout the tribal organization. We will seek and provide solutions to workplace issues that support and optimize the operating principles of the Kickapoo Tribe.
Human Resources Director:
Duties are to oversee the Kickapoo Human Resource Department and staff. Responsibilities are to interpet, develop, and support written personnel policies and procedures. For further questions, please call toll-free (877) 864-2746, extension 222, or
Human Resources Assistant
Hello, my name is Jean Simon a Kickapoo tribal member. I am a lifelong resident of Kansas. I am the Human Resource Assistant; I assist the Director with all administrative support. My duties include assisting departmental personnel inquires, correspondences, record keeping, setting up and conducting interviews and other duties as assigned by the Director. Contact me at 1-877-864-2746 extension 246, or e-mail jean.simon@ktik-nsn.gov
Benefits/Payroll Specialist
 Hi, my name is Delores Hooper, and I am an enrolled Kickapoo member handling all insurance benefits for eligible tribal employees offering dental, medical, and vision plans. As for payroll, I make sure that all deductions are correct, and I remit our monthly insurance invoices. I also coordinate with state and federal taxes to make sure they are paid prior to their deadlines. If there are any questions or concerns or payroll deductions, I can be reached at (785) 486-9570, extension 228, or e-mail delores.hooper@ktik-nsn.gov. My desk is located in the accounting office in the northwest corner of the Kickapoo Trading Post.
Job announcments 7/23/2008 4:30 p.m.
Job Opportunities:
Resumes can be sent to:jean.simon@ktik-nsn.gov or call toll free to 1-877-864-2746 extension 246 or fax to: 1-785-486-2277. Please mail to:
(Attention to: H.R. Dept.) Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas, 1107 Goldfinch Road, Horton, Kansas 66439
NURSE CASE MANAGER / Diabetes Prevention Program
Provide nursing care to patients as specified in the SDPI-Competitive Grant Program, Diabetes Prevention Program; and includes primary responsibility for providing outpatient nursing care and education to persons with pre-diabetes who receive their care at the Kickapoo Nation Health Center as well as other duties including supervising, planning and implementing community based diabetes prevention activities in accordance with grant directives.
Works collaboratively with the Project Director, Project Coordinator, and Lifestyle Coaches within the Haskell Consortium and is responsible for program compliance and monitoring for the Kickapoo Nation Heath Center as a tribal site. The Nurse Case Manager will be responsible for oversight of all SDPI CGP Diabetes Prevention Demonstration Project activities including, but not limited to, recruitment, screening, retaining, training, instructing, coaching, and counseling program participants. This position will ensure program goals are delivered in a timely manner and in compliance with DHHS/PHS/IHS and their respective health facility policies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered Nurse with unrestricted licensure in the state of Kansas, maintained at all times.
- Graduate of accredited nursing education program.
- Minimum one year of experience.
- Must hold a current and valid BCLS certification.
- Must have a current PPD.
- Current valid drivers’ license in the state of residency, and is insurable under the Tribes insurance.
- Able to travel.
Opening date: August 12, 2008 - Ending date: Open until filled.
WATER PLANT MANAGER
The water treatment plant manager is responsible for the day-to-day
operations and maintenance of the Kickapoo Water Treatment Plans.
Incumbent supervises the treatment of water including laboratory analysis,
process control, reporting, administering personnel, budgeting, and cost
control. The WTP Manager is responsible for hiring, training, scheduling,
disciplinary action and performance evaluations of the WTP personnel.
Kansas level II certificate required, journeyman to achieve level III in one
year. Full time position with Health, Vision, Dental, and life insurance benefits. Salary commensurate to proper water operator level certificate/education/experience. Fifteen paid holidays off per year, annual and sick leave accruals.
Opening date: April 6, 2008 - Ending date: Open until filled.
Tribal Attorney
Incumbent represents the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, and manage or advise Tribal Council on legal issues. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law. Kansas Law License and background check, drug testing required. Contractual legal services agreement with full benefits and salary commensurate to educational experience, prefer Indian law knowledge. Open until filled
Environmental Specialist / GIS Technician
The Environmental Specialist will work primarily on the Tribal Section 103 of the Clean Air Act Grant and perform related GIS duties as assigned by supervisor. However, opportunities will be presented to assist on a variety of tasks associated with environmental protection , land data collection, and develop planning maps, regulations, and tribal environmental capacity building goals. Prefer Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Ecology, Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience. Or, Associates of Arts Degree in Environmental Science or other related field with minimum of two (2) years demonstrated experience in environmental field and proficiency with variety of GIS concepts, practices, and procedures. Salary commensurate to Education and Experience.
Opening date: March 3, 2008 - Until Filled.
Environmental Water Resource Specialist
Incumbent shall work under Tribal Section 103 of the Clean Air Act Grant and perform duties under water quality 106 project to assess the water of surface streams, creeks and rivers throughout the Kickapoo Reservation. Prefer undergraduate degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences or related scientific discipline and one year experience in Water Resource Management.
Opening Date: March 3, 2008 - Until Filled
Information Technology Technician
Technician shall assist the IT Director in all shared tribal departments with various computer needs, repairs, troubleshooting, LAN/ WLAN administration, desktop support and server administration. Individual must be highly motivated. Individual must have a valid Kansas Driver License. High School diploma or G.E.D., prefer Technical School/Associates degree in computer Science. Full-time position, health, dental, vision, 401K plan, annual and sick benefits. Must have working knowledge of all computer software programs.
Opened until filled.
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