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Kickapoo Human Resources
Updated 4/3/2013

Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas
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 Interim Director: Delores Hooper

Duties are to oversee the Kickapoo Human Resource Department and staff. Responsibilities are to interpret, develop, and support written personnel policies and procedures. For further questions, please call toll-free (877) 864-2746, extension 246, or email delores.hooper@ktik-nsn.gov


Job Announcements Updated 5/15/2013

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Submit resume and application to:
(A completed Employment Application form must be submitted in order to be considered.)
Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas
Attn: Human Resources Department
1107 Goldfinch Road
Horton, KS 66439
Or email to delores.hooper@ktik-nsn.gov
Phone: 785-486-9570 ext 226
Fax: 785-486-2277
Indian Preference is exercised.


JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Director of Human Resources

Position: Full Time

Location: Kickapoo Reservation in Kansas

Supervisor: Tribal Administrator

Position Summary:
This full-time management position works under the direction of the Tribal Administrator and is responsible for the overall successful administration of the Human Resources Department of the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas. The Director shall provide technical assistance to the Tribal Administrator, Tribal Council, committees, and management staff on Federal, State, and Tribal employment laws and regulations as they pertain to the Tribal government operations. The Director of Human Resources shall be a part of the administrative team representing the Tribe in all labor relations issues.

Minimum Qualifications:
• B.A. Degree in Human Resources, Business, or other related field.
• At least two (2) years successful supervisory experience with two (2) or more staff.
• Must have at least five (5) years of successful experience in Human Resources.
• Must have superior working knowledge of Tribal, Federal, and State employment laws and regulations as they pertain to a Tribal operation.
• Successful working knowledge developing and implementing a full employee benefits package including retirement, health/medical, 401k, ERISA, COBRA.
• Demonstrated successful work experience with tribal government agencies.
• Experiences in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures.
• Able to provide training to managers, supervisors, and employees on various employment topics.
• Experience in developing, managing, and administering annual operating budgets.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors & subordinate staff, other programs & departments, public and private officials, and general public.
• Maintain adherence to confidentiality policies and practices.
• Experience with employee relations, employee benefits programs
• Understanding of Tribal sovereignty as it relates to Federal, State, local laws, ordinances, and regulations, especially in labor laws and other matters of employment within a Tribal operation.
• Working knowledge of employee drug testing programs.
• Experiences dealing with disciplinary actions up to and including terminations.
• Highly developed organizational and communication skills, computer skills, and skill dealing with the public..

Other Requirements:
• Must be able to pass a criminal history background check, be bondable, and eligible to obtain a valid Kansas State Drivers License and be insurable under the Tribe's vehicle insurance policy.
• Must pass an initial drug test and participate in a random drug-testing program of the Tribe.
(Please see the job description for further details.)

Open until filled.

Submit resume and application to:
(A completed Employment Application form must be submitted in order to be considered.)
Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas
Attn: Human Resources Department
1107 Goldfinch Road
Horton, KS 66439
Or email to delores.hooper@ktik-nsn.gov
Phone: 785-486-9570 ext 226
Fax: 785-486-2277
Indian Preference is exercised.

  Job Description


JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: General Accountant

Position: Full Time

Location: Accounting Department

Supervisor: Accounting Director

Position Summary:
Prepares and reviews financial reports generated by the accounting software. Will assist the finance director in the dissemination of accounting information and data related to program management requirements. Provides tribal officials with financial analysis from data generated by the accounting system and other officials. Will be responsible for the general ledger.

General Description:
• Completes ban reconciliations.
• Reviews purchase orders before financial signs and payment made.
• Prepares In-kind spreadsheets for Head Start and other programs
• Completes journal entries and correction of errors.
• Reviews general ledger on monthly basis for accuracy and makes journal entries to correct errors.
• Provide program directors with expense verses budget reports monthly and detail summary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
(Please see the job description for further details.)

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Business Management required. Individual must have working knowledge of computerized fund accounting software, Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets, Microsoft Word processing, report writing and office procedures. A minimum of three (3) years experience in financial reporting. (Please see the job description for further details.)

Open until filled.

Submit resume and application to:
(A completed Employment Application form must be submitted in order to be considered.)
Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas
Attn: Human Resources Department
1107 Goldfinch Road
Horton, KS 66439
Or email to delores.hooper@ktik-nsn.gov
Phone: 785-486-9570 ext 226
Fax: 785-486-2277
Indian Preference is exercised.

  Job Description


JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Child Support Account Specialist

Position: Full Time

Location: Child Support Department

Supervisor: Child Support Director

Position Summary:
This position requires substantial accounting, computer, and analytical skills as well as attention to detail. The primary responsibility of this position is to build, update and verify child support obligations on the financial accounting database for several hundred support cases. The Account Specialist receives daily, weekly and bi-weekly child support payments from individual obligors, KTIK Departments, and employers outside the reservation, makes daily electronic deposits of all payments, and determines the appropriate distribution of payments within each individual child support case. Said disbursement must be made within 48 hours of receipt and in compliance with federal guidelines. In addition, the Account Specialist will calculate child support payment histories for each individual child support case, verifying and updating current, past due and judgment balances of those cases. The Account Specialist is also responsible to assist in the development of collection reporting mandated to be made in quarterly and annual reporting to the federal OCSE. Position requires independent contacts with various accounting and payroll offices, Tribal members, court officials, social services and child support agencies.

General Description:
• Daily receipt and deposit of child support payments from both individual obligors as well as employers.
• Preparation of daily distribution directions for each child support payment. Distribution must be completed within 48 hours from receipt of child support payments.
• Update and maintenance of financial data base daily.
• Daily financial report to Director reflecting all receipts, deposits and distributions.
• Review court orders and implement income withholding based on changes in cases.
• Preparation of income withholding orders which amends, originates or terminates support consistent with the next and newest pay cycles of the obligor’s employment.
• Calculation of Child Support Worksheets consistent wit the support guidelines using income schedules.
• Calculation of accurate and current child support payment histories on all cases using all child support orders to verify current, past due and judgment balances of those cases.
• Direct assistance and response to client inquires regarding payment status and payment history.
• Preparation of legal pleadings and documents using established forms maintained in word processing system with the direction and assistance of the staff attorney and director. Proof reading and review of legal pleadings and documents prior to filing with the court.
• Assistance to the Child Support Specialists as appropriate and necessary.
• Various clerical duties including telephone receptionist, filing, copying and faxing of documents, and preparation of travel vouchers, office supply and equipment requisitions, etc.
• Travel in and out of state for training.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Child Support Director.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in, accounting , computer science, or paralegal studies or related field,
• OR Two to three 3 years experience in the field of accounting, or employment required advanced computer skills/knowledge, or a combination if education and experience that demonstrate the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities;
• Prior employment or training in tribal, state, federal child support or other related program operated pursuant to tribal codes, federal guidelines, etc.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of regulations, guidelines, tribal codes, case records, court orders, etc.
• Ability to work and communicate directly with a wide variety of individuals including clients seeking the establishment of paternity and child support, non-custodial parents and obligors of support obligations, employers, child support agencies, and court personnel.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly distribute child support payments accurately between child support cases and within a case using federal guidelines.
• Ability to perform basic office duties using a variety of office machines including personal computer and standard software programs, fax machines, calculator, telephone systems.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Open until filled.

Submit resume and application to:
(A completed Employment Application form must be submitted in order to be considered.)
Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas
Attn: Human Resources Department
1107 Goldfinch Road
Horton, KS 66439
Or email to delores.hooper@ktik-nsn.gov
Phone: 785-486-9570 ext 226
Fax: 785-486-2277
Indian Preference is exercised.

  Job Description


 

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