Picayune Rancheria Looking for Finance Director, Housing Counselor, Housing Director at Merced, CA Full Time

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Picayune Rancheria

Chukchansi Indians

 

•Executive Assistant to the Tribal Administrator

•AOA Elders Department Driver

•Finance Director

•Public Community Outreach Coordinator

•Housing Counselor

•Housing Director

•Family Support Coordinator

•Licensing Agent

•Compliance Officer

•Surveillance Operator

POSITION DESCRIPTION – EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE TRIBAL ADMINISTRATOR

Reports To: Tribal Administrator

Department: Administration

Status: Exempt

Salary Range: DOE

SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The Executive Assistant to the Tribal Administrator will be supporting the Tribal Administrator. The incumbent will manage mostly business-related tasks for the Tribal Administrator such as creating reports, organizing travel and accommodation, and other organizational tasks. To do this role properly the incumbent should have a detailed understanding of the full Microsoft Office suite, be extremely fast at solving problems, and have experience as an executive or administration assistant in the past.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Preparing financial statements, reports, memos, invoices letters, and other documents. • Answering phones and routing calls to the correct person or taking messages. • Handling basic bookkeeping tasks. • Filing and retrieving corporate records, documents, and reports. • Researching and conducting data to prepare documents for review and presentation by boards of directors, committees, and executives. • Helping prepare for meetings. • Greeting visitors and deciding if they should be able to meet with executives. • Using various software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. • Reading and analyzing incoming memos, submissions, and distributing them as needed. • Making travel arrangements for executives. • Performing office duties that include ordering supplies and managing a records database. • Experience as a virtual assistant, if needed. • Opening, sorting, and distributing incoming faxes, emails, and other correspondence. • Provide general administrative support. • Perform other duties assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• AA degree and 5 years of related work experience. BA degree in Business or Public Administration is preferred. • Proven experience as an executive assistant or other relevant administrative support experience. • In-depth understanding of the entire MS Office suite. • Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities. • Be able to work overtime. • Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced quickly changing environment. • A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills. • Professional level verbal and written communication skills.

– AOA ELDERS DRIVER

Reports To: Elders Director

Department: Elders

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: Depending on experience

SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The AOA Elder department driver will be supervised by the Elders Director and is responsible for the transportation of tribal elder meals. The Elders driver occasionally will deliver other necessities to the tribal elders living in the designated service area. The AOA Elders driver shall maintain a clean driving record with no violations. The AOA Elders driver must have strong communication and social skills. This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Pickup and delivery of daily meals. • Research and plan for traffic, construction, and weather delays. • Ensure the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use. • Arrange for vehicle repairs as needed. • Keep mileage records and repair records up to date. • Professional communication via cellular phone with drivers and other employees. • Handle multiple tasks with ease and flexibility • Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED. • Valid California Driver’s License and at least one year of driving experience. • DMV printout of a clean driving record. • Knowledge of area roads and neighborhoods. • Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations. • Excellent navigation skills to find delivery locations. • Time management and organizational skills to keep track of deliveries.  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with our Elders. • Ability to load and unload items from the vehicle. • Sensitivity to Native American culture. • A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills

FINANCE DIRECTOR

Reports To: Tribal Administrator

Department: Finance

Status: Exempt

Salary Range: Depending on experience

Summary & Scope of Position

The Finance Director performs or oversees all financial operations for the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, which consist of grants and programs funded through federal, state, and tribal funding streams. Working closely with the Program Directors, the Finance Director will work to ensure continued compliance for all grant and other funding opportunities. In addition, the Finance Director will work directly with the Tribal Administrator in fiscal planning and budget preparation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Account for monthly revenue and expenditures by programs; monitors and assumes final responsibility for month end close and preparation of financial statements. • Oversee or conducts all tasks related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger. • Processes payroll and ensures all payroll related reporting is complete. • Develops and maintains a system of internal controls to properly manage cash flow of the PicayuneRancheria • Oversight and responsibility for all risk-management programs • Work with Program Directors to monitor grant activities for compliance. • Maintain up-to-date files on grants and contracts of the Picayune Rancheria and prepare financial reports and invoices to appropriate federal, state, and private agencies as required for grants and contracts. • Prepare periodic financial reports for the Picayune Tribal Council, Tribal Administrator, staff members, and funding agencies. • Develop continued improvements to the annual budget process and work plan. • Provide direct oversight for the development of the annual comprehensive budget.  • Serve as principal reference for independent auditors and prepare required year-end financialstatements. • Maintain internal inventory records. • Document new or revised financial and accounting procedures. • Other duties may be assigned upon request.

Minimum Qualifications: • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting/business, with strong emphasis in governmental or non-profit fund accounting. • An MBA in Business or Finance is preferred. • A minimum of five to seven years work experience in maintenance of financial records and reporting isrequired. • CPA as well as grant management and grant compliance strongly preferred. • Knowledge of accounting theory, principles and practices and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions • Analyze and interpret financial documents and reports. • Understanding of governmental financial operations and terminology • Experience with standard office practices and equipment, including productivity software such as Word, Excel and Access • Understanding of payroll, fringe benefits, tax preparation and filing procedures; Experience with internal payroll systems desirable • Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) • Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions, including grant reporting and auditing guidelines from various state and federal agencies. • Cash management experience is highly desirable. • Ability to work in team setting. • Ability to manage work of others in a professional manner. • Ability to exercise independent judgment, analyze reports and solve accounting problems with minimum supervision.  • Ability to see fiscal management as part of the overall operations and to recommend improvements as part of the management team. • Organizational skills, efficiency, and accuracy a must • Must possess a valid California Driver’s License and insurance. • Must be able to pass in-depth background check. • Must pass drug test.

PUBLIC OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Reports To: Language Program Director

Department: Language

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: DOE

SUMMARY & SCOPE OF POSITION

The position of the Public Outreach Coordinator works under the direction of the Language Director. The Public Outreach Coordinator shall be responsible for researching, writing and reporting on applicable language grants; planning and facilitating language classes; proving community Tribal community outreach; and working with the Education Department to coordinate and implement language immersion and language class support.

PRIMARY DUTIES and/or RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintaining good public speaking and communication skills; Researching and writing applicable language grants; Planning and facilitating language classes; Coordinating language immersion classes; Providing language class support; Ensuring grant reporting is completed in accordance to all grant deadlines, objectives and goals; Providing quarterly grant updates to Language Director to be presented to Tribal Administration; Working with Tribal membership, other Tribal departments, and Tribal entities to provide language opportunities where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Associate of Arts in business administration or related field. Knowledge of Chukchansi language. Have at least two years of grant experience, including writing, implementation, and reporting. ? Must have a valid driver’s license.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Must be able to multitask and complete tasks as given.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, and hear. There are prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with vendors and staff. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

MENTAL DEMANDS: There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must also multi-task and interact with a wide variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

– HOUSING COUNSELOR

Reports To: Housing Director

Department: Administration

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: Depending on experience

SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The employee occupying this position is responsible provides accurate, relevant, and helpful for planning and administering, directing, supervising, and coordinating all phases of the PRCI Housing Department operations, to include operations and maintenance, development security and all regulations related to the Housing Department. Additionally, the Director must assess housing needs, develop a strategy, and solidify plans to meet the identified housing needs of the Tribe. The position requires management of housing development programs and budgets and/or monitors the work of qualified specialists.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine and recommend to the Tribal Administrator, programs or major projects that should be initiated and the timeframe involved; determine material and personnel resources to devote to projects; determine and maintain construction costs without reducing efficiency or quality and justifies major expenditures; • Supervisor, evaluate, mentor, and coach Housing staff; • Design and recommend systems, procedures, forms for internal, departmental or tribal use in carrying out programs for affordable housing and employment; • Work with staff, architects, contractors, engineers, Tribal officials and participants in matters related to housing development (new construction and rehabilitation) as directed by the Tribal Administrator; • Collaboration and effective communication with Tribal Council, Administration, and Housing Committee in policy-making and setting program goals; • Completion of reports, such as monthly reports to the Administrator, Tribal Council, and/or other agencies and organizations as required; • Oversee the preparation of budgets and monitor fiscal accountability and responsibility, including annual audit in cooperation with the Finance and Administration; • Approve initial computation of rent and house payments including reviewing and certifying each tenant annually to verify they meet the applicable grant funder’s requirements and are in compliance with applicable policies;  • Facilitate the acquisition of Homeownership and Low rent housing units; • Interpret and implement all NAHASDA or Tribal Housing Policies and procedures; • Review and approve maintenance reports; evaluate monthly reports with personnel; • Draft and submit the Indian Housing Plan (IHP) and Annual Performance Report (APR); • Annual review of goals and update goals and policies to ensure Indian Housing Plan commitments are accomplished; • Develop and provide feasibility analysis on cost for acquisition and/or design of affordable housing projects; • Develops strategies and goals consistent with the Tribe’s mission for quality, affordable housing and administration of all program’s; • Attends and participates in professional group meetings; keeps abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of housing assistance programs, continuing changes in detailed HUD policies and procedures relating to Housing programs and local sector housing market conditions; • Develops and maintains relationships with a variety of officials, agencies and organizations; • Prepares or causes to be prepared, environmental compliance documents to assure appropriate Release of Funds, if needed, to be obtained from HUD or other agencies; • Assures compliance with construction contract provisions, including labor compliance and Indian Preference; • Assists with compilation and adheres to policies relating to new construction and rehabilitation including but not limited to eligibility of unit, eligibility of family, suitability of site; • Assure compliance with all applicable federal and tribal procurement requirements; • Conducts inspections of units and site infrastructure to assure quality control during construction and estimates of costs for rehabilitation, prepare final inspection reports as required; • Review and approve requests for payment from contractors, suppliers, vendors, route to Fiscal department as appropriate; • Within the scope of the general activities not specifically described above, performs other duties assigned by the Tribal Administrator. • Knowledge of U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, Native American Housing and Self Determination Act (NAHASDA) as it relates affordable housing projects for purchase, development and construction; • Knowledge of applicable sections of Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1000, operating handbooks and revisions thereto and building codes and standards for funding agencies and/or organizations; • Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate activities related to housing program activities; • Ability to write clearly and speak effectively to residents, applicants, clients and/or groups; • Knowledge of fundamentals of eligibility determination and uniform physical condition standards, including environmental reviews; • Knowledge of principles of budget preparation and control; • Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; • Ability to act as the Tribe’s representative to HUD, Federal and state offices; to effectively communicate and liaison in person with tribal residents and representatives, government, and the public; and to correspond effectively to maintain good working relationships with HUD, contractors, federal, state, local and tribal governments, and the public;  • Specific experience in accessing funding opportunities for the advancement of programs, including direct involvement in writing grant applications and grant management; • Familiarity with Tribal government, customs, and practices, or comparable experiences;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. • Minimum of (5) years of progressively responsible housing or community development experience with a public or private agency which includes construction experience; • Considerable knowledge of the principles of real estate and experience reading, writing, and interpreting legal documents; • Any additional years of relevant administrative or management position experience; • Must have Supervisory knowledge including office skills such as typing, personal computer skills, word processing and spreadsheets; • Ability to travel and willingness to attend training seminars/workshops to expand working knowledge of housing programs; • Must have a valid and unrestricted Driver’s License. Driver’s license must not contain any restrictions that would otherwise prevent an employee from driving a PRCI or GSA vehicle and be insured under the PRCI vehicle insurance; • Hiring is subject to Section 7(b) of the Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450e(b); • Housing Management Certification is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Must be able to multitask and complete tasks as given.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, are driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required talking and hearing are essential to communicate with staff. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

MENTAL DEMANDS There are several deadlines associated with this position. The employee must also multi-task and interact with a wide variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

HOUSING DIRECTOR

Reports To: Tribal Administrator

Department: Administration

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: Depending on experience

SUMMARY & SCOPE OF POSITION: The employee occupying this position is responsible for planning and administering, directing, supervising, and coordinating all phases of the PRCI Housing Department operations, to include operations and maintenance, development security and all regulations related to the Housing Department. Additionally, the Director must assess housing needs, develop a strategy, and solidify plans to meet the identified housing needs of the Tribe. The position requires management of housing development programs and budgets and/or monitors the work of qualified specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIESAND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Determine and recommend to the Tribal Administrator, programs or major projects that should be initiated and the timeframe involved; determine material and personnel resources to devote to projects; determine and maintain construction costs without reducing efficiency or quality and justifies major expenditures; • Supervisor, evaluate, mentor, and coach Housing staff; • Design and recommend systems, procedures, forms for internal, departmental or tribal use in carrying out programs for affordable housing and employment; • Work with staff, architects, contractors, engineers, Tribal officials and participants in matters related to housing development (new construction and rehabilitation) as directed by the Tribal Administrator; • Collaboration and effective communication with Tribal Council, Administration, and Housing Committee in policy-making and setting program goals; • Completion of reports, such as monthly reports to the Administrator, Tribal Council, and/or other agencies and organizations as required; • Oversee the preparation of budgets and monitor fiscal accountability and responsibility, including annual audit in cooperation with the Finance and Administration; • Approve initial computation of rent and house payments including reviewing and certifying each tenant annually to verify they meet the applicable grant funder’s requirements and are in compliance with applicable policies; • Facilitate the acquisition of Homeownership and Low rent housing units;  • Interpret and implement all NAHASDA or Tribal Housing Policies and procedures; • Review and approve maintenance reports; evaluate monthly reports with personnel; • Draft and submit the Indian Housing Plan (IHP) and Annual Performance Report (APR); • Annual review of goals and update goals and policies to ensure Indian Housing Plan commitments are accomplished; • Develop and provide feasibility analysis on cost for acquisition and/or design of affordable housing projects; • Develops strategies and goals consistent with the Tribe’s mission for quality, affordable housing and administration of all program’s; • Attends and participates in professional group meetings; keeps abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of housing assistance programs, continuing changes in detailed HUD policies and procedures relating to Housing programs and local sector housing market conditions; • Develops and maintains relationships with a variety of officials, agencies and organizations; • Prepares or causes to be prepared, environmental compliance documents to assure appropriate Release of Funds, if needed, to be obtained from HUD or other agencies; • Assures compliance with construction contract provisions, including labor compliance and Indian Preference; • Assists with compilation and adheres to policies relating to new construction and rehabilitation including but not limited to eligibility of unit, eligibility of family, suitability of site; • Assure compliance with all applicable federal and tribal procurement requirements; • Conducts inspections of units and site infrastructure to assure quality control during construction and estimates of costs for rehabilitation, prepare final inspection reports as required; • Review and approve requests for payment from contractors, suppliers, vendors, route to Fiscal department as appropriate; • Within the scope of the general activities not specifically described above, performs other duties assigned by the Tribal Administrator.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, Native American Housing and Self Determination Act (NAHASDA) as it relates affordable housing projects for purchase, development and construction; • Knowledge of applicable sections of Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1000, operating handbooks and revisions thereto and building codes and standards for funding agencies and/or organizations; • Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate activities related to housing program activities; • Ability to write clearly and speak effectively to residents, applicants, clients and/or groups; • Knowledge of fundamentals of eligibility determination and uniform physical condition standards, including environmental reviews; • Knowledge of principles of budget preparation and control; • Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; • Ability to act as the Tribe’s representative to HUD, Federal and state offices; to effectively communicate and liaison in person with tribal residents and representatives, government, and the public; and to correspond effectively to maintain good working relationships with HUD, contractors, federal, state, local and tribal governments, and the public; • Specific experience in accessing funding opportunities for the advancement of programs, including direct involvement in writing grant applications and grant management; • Familiarity with Tribal government, customs, and practices, or comparable experiences;

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s degree in a related field from a college or university preferred and 2-3 years’ experience managing a Tribal Housing Program is required. If an applicant does not meet the educational requirements, they must demonstrate five (5) or more years of combined education and related experience and/or training, in addition to the experience requirements; • Minimum of 2-3 years of progressively responsible housing or community development experience with a public or private agency which includes construction experience; • Considerable knowledge of the principles of real estate and experience reading, writing, and interpreting legal documents; • Any additional years of relevant administrative or management position experience; • Must have Supervisory knowledge including office skills such as typing, personal computer skills, word processing and spreadsheets; • Ability to travel and willingness to attend training seminars/workshops to expand working knowledge of housing programs; • Must have a valid and unrestricted Driver’s License. Driver’s license must not contain any restrictions that would otherwise prevent an employee from driving a PRCI or GSA vehicle and be insured under the PRCI vehicle insurance; • Hiring is subject to Section 7(b) of the Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450e(b); • Housing Management Certification is preferred

FAMILY SUPPORT COORDINATOR

Reports To: ICWA Director

Department: ICWA

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: DOE

SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The Family Support Coordinator will provide services to Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indian children and their families involved in state child custody proceedings under the Indian Child Welfare Act, focusing on the best interests and protection of the child, the reunification of the child with his/her family, and the safe-guarding of the child’s cultural identify and larger relationship to the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians. The Family Support Coordinator will also work with Tribal families with the goal of strengthening families and communities through case management services. The Family Support Coordinator will conduct a family needs assessment, conduct internal, external, and cross-referrals, link clients to parent education classes, and provide peer-to-peer support. The case manager will maintain case oversight through home visitations, one-on-one appointments, and follow-up assessments virtually or in- person.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Accurately assess needs of families through intake process and subsequent appointments; • Engage and work with families to foster strong relationships; • Conduct home visits with a focus on providing family support and reducing child maltreatment and guide and link clients to services offering culturally sensitive strategies; • Follow-up with families to ensure that they have connected with all resources available; • Use tools to document, maintain files and track all services provided to families through case notes, reports, data management systems, and other systems as directed and or required; • Assist in weekly or required case review activities, meetings, trainings, and events; • Maintain a flexible schedule to achieve program deliverables required; • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Associate’s degree in social work, human services or a related field.  • Minimum two-years’ experience in a community-based organization providing direct service to clients as a case manager, social worker, advocate, or other related work title; • Must have knowledge of Tribal organization, and services provided by the Social Services/Indian Child Welfare Act Department; • Knowledge of child welfare system; • Knowledge of community resources for various Counties where Tribal Families reside; • Sensitive to the diverse needs of families; • Ability to operate standard office equipment such as personal computer, typewriter, calculator, copy and fax machine, etc.; • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required; with ability to follow verbal and written instructions.; • Excellent organizational skills are required. This requires the incumbent to plan, organize and schedule priorities efficiently and successfully cope with challenging situations and conditions.; • Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, clients, management or other departments as well as external agencies necessary to effectively carry out job duties as required; • Must be dependable, self-motivated, possess initiative with the ability to work with minimal supervision; • Organized, professional, motivated and able to work in a fast-paced and multi-faceted environment; • Awareness and cultural sensitivity to the Native American culture; • Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Must be able to multitask and complete tasks as given.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, and hear. There are prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with vendors and staff. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. MENTAL DEMANDS: There are several deadlines associated with this position. The employee must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues. The employee may need to perform in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

LICENSING AGENT

Department: Backgrounds Department

Reports to: Licensing Manager

Location: Gaming Commission Backgrounds

Office Shift: Flexibility of hours required; normally 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Five days a week, however, subject to call-in at any time Position

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Level: Salary depends on experience

SUMMARY Perform background and investigation for licensing of applicants and employees. Develop and maintain licensing procedures. Process the day-to-day activities of the Backgrounds Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform background and investigation for licensing of all applicants; includes financial and credit history information, criminal history information, civil information, employment and education verification, military records information and personal reference information. 2. Maintain liaison with other Tribal Governments and law enforcement agencies. 3. Prepare written reports regarding suitability, license denials, revocations, suspensions and specific license requirements or conditions for submission to the Tribal Gaming Commission, Tribal Council, NIGC, the California Division of Gaming Control and law enforcement agencies. 4. Maintain knowledge of current laws pertaining to regulatory issues concerning Indian Gaming. 5. Testify and/or present evidence at hearings regarding licensing sanctions imposed by the Tribal Gaming Commission. 6. Perform fingerprinting of license applicants. Possess general knowledge of the Electronic Live Scan System and the ability to correct minor problems as they occur. 7. Provide presentations at orientations for new employees that include teaching basic responsibilities, rules and regulations of the Tribal Gaming Commission. 8. Maintain files and records of all license applicants and statistical records of all Gaming Commission license activity. 9. Determine vendor licensing requirements as set forth by the Tribal Ordinance and Compact. Issue and receive vendor and principal license applications and fees; conduct suitability background investigations on eligible businesses and their principals. 10. Must be available to travel to trainings and meetings. 11. Perform related and compatible duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE A high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma is required. An Associates degree from a two-year college or university is preferred. At least two years investigative experience with law enforcement or regulatory agency conducting background investigations is preferred. A B.S./B.A. degree or greater may substitute for college education.

ETHICAL BEHAVIOR Employees must behave honestly, fairly and within legal boundaries at all times in regards to people, property and confidential and privileged information. Employees are required to comply with all regulations, rules, controls and department policies.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Bilingual, Spanish speaking preferred. Must possess the ability to: read and interpret documents such as laws, regulations, safety rules, credit reports, criminal records, operations and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals, write routine and detailed reports and correspondence, speak effectively before a group of licensing applicants, co-workers, employees and organizations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide common fractions and decimals is required.

REASONING ABILITY Employees must have the ability: to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standards exist, interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must possess excellent communication, leadership and investigative skills, the ability to identify and resolve problems as they arise, handle critical situations in an expedient and effective manner, above average computer skills for maintaining database and word processing, the ability to under pressure in a fast- paced environment, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines and at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

EXAMINATION • Must take and successfully pass drug and alcohol test • Must successfully pass suitability determination.

COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Reports To: Compliance Supervisor/ Manger

Department: Compliance

Status: Full-Time (Graveyard)

Salary Range: DOE

SCOPE OF POSITION

Successfully complete entry level training program. Become familiar with and understand Tribal, Federal, and State Gaming laws and regulations, including gaming facility internal controls and policies.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform inspections of the gaming facility to ensure compliance of all internal controls, policies, and regulations. • Examine records, reports, and documents in order to establish facts and detect discrepancies. • Prepare reports of inspections and make recommendations for action. • Observe, document, and report internal control and policy violations. • Must become familiar with the use of software verification devices, slot machine installation procedures and complete required daily reports. • Must have knowledge of basic arithmetic and be computer literate. • All duties assigned.

REQUIREMENTS ANDQUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma • An Associate’s Degree or equivalent of at least 60 units of college is preferred but not required. • Gaming Commission, auditing, regulatory compliance, or inspector experience is preferred but not required. • Entry level positions available. • Training is available. • Must pass drug and alcohol screen. • Must pass a background investigation.

Surveillance Operator

TGC Surveillance · Coarsegold, California

SUMMARY

Responsible for maintaining close, continuous surveillance of all gaming areas and reporting any suspicious activities to the appropriate personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Monitor Tribal assets by identifying potential security and/or safety risks and reporting the individual or entity for proper resolution.
2. Familiarity with Gaming Regulations set forth by the Tribal Gaming Commission, the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), the California Division of Gambling Control (State Compact), and Surveillance Department Policies and Procedures.
3. Utilize necessary equipment to identify, record, document and report illegal, suspicious or unusual activities occurring on property.
4. Coordinates with other departments when Surveillance discovers a matter which needs further investigation or attention.
5. Accountable for the accuracy and thoroughness of departmental records and reports.
6. Suggest and recommend possible changes in the policies and procedures of other departments to protect Tribal assets.
7. Responsible for radio traffic, phone calls, and documenting all Surveillance related issues.
8. Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all games offered by the Casino.
9. Prepare all reports and footage as requested by supervisors and Tribal Gaming personnel.
10. Ability to operate the DX9000 view station along with the ability to merge and cut video for preparation of release and archiving.
11. Knowledge of how to maneuver and operate the Surveillance Department database.
12. Ensure confidentiality and sensitivity of all Surveillance Department and Casino information and activities.
13. Communicate information effectively to appropriate personnel.
14. Must be available to travel to trainings and meetings.
15. Perform related and compatible duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma is required to fill this position.  An Associate’s degree from a two-year college or university is preferred.  A minimum of two to three years experience casino surveillance systems operations or equivalent is preferred.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of, and experience with, closed circuit television equipment preferred.  Must possess excellent observation and communication skills.  Must be able to detect schemes or cheating activity aimed at the company or its’ customers.  Must know basic card and gaming strategies.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written or diagram form.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standards exist.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit; and use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; position requires sitting for long period of time.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and to sit, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

The employee is required to work in a dimly lit area.  The room temperature in the working area must remain cool to accommodate the specifications of technical equipment located in the room.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to cigarette fumes and airborne particles.

ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

The employee must behave honestly, fairly, and within legal boundaries at all times in regards to people, property, and confidential and privileged information.  The employee is required to comply with all regulations, rules, controls, and department policies. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must possess excellent communication skills.  Must possess the ability to identify and resolve problems as they arise, and handle critical situations in an expedient and effective manner.  Ability to work in a fast- or slow-paced environment. 

The employee shall work well under pressure; meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines.  The employee shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

EXAMINATION

• Must take and successfully pass drug and alcohol test.
• Must successfully pass suitability determination.

PRCI TRIBAL PREFERENCE

For purposes of hiring, promotions, transfers, and training all candidates must possess the ”Minimum Qualifications” stated in the job description or job announcement. Minimum Qualifications are defined as those entry-level qualifications essential to the performance of the basic responsibilities for each job category, including but not limited to education, training, specific work experience, employment record, and physical skills (where applicable).

Preference shall be given with respect to personnel decisions, layoffs, recalls, promotions, transfers, training, and hiring. First, enrolled Tribal Members who meet the Minimum Qualifications shall not be denied if another individual at a lower preference has higher qualifications than are necessary for the position. Second, after preference is provided to enrolled Tribal Members, Native Americans who are enrolled members of a federally recognized tribe other than Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians shall be provided preference over equally qualified non-Indian candidates, however, if the non-Indian candidate is more qualified, a business decision may be made to hire or promote the best candidate.

If more than one person at the same preference level meets the Minimum Qualifications the decision-makers shall have discretionary authority to make the appropriate business decision in the best interest of the Tribe. Accordingly, when preparing job descriptions or job announcements care should be taken to establish qualifications that fit the desired needs of the position.

INDIAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Under CFR 25, Part 276 and by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 701(b) and 703(i), preference in filling all vacancies provided to qualified PRCI Tribal Members and/or other American Indian/Alaska Native Candidates.

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