GLT - Sugarbush

SUMMARY: The Zisbakdokekage'jek (Sugarbush) position will assist with Language & Culture programs including but not limited to our seasonal Tribal sugar bush. This seasonal employee must be willing to work a flexible schedule, as work is dependent on weather conditions. Additional employment beyond the sugaring season may be available and is conditional upon performance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following:

Assist with sugar bush efforts that will include, but are not limited to the following:

Tapping maple trees, hanging buckets, collection of sap Chopping and stacking of firewood

Testing sugar content of sap Operation of traditional and modern evaporating equipment

Bottling, sugar making and distribution

Assist in maintaining equipment (Kubota, sugaring equipment, gardening equipment, etc.)Work at all seasonal events including but not limited to, the Annual Maple Feast and Sugar Bush tours

Assist with the maintaining and housekeeping of kitchen, cafeteria and sugar house

Assist with the inventory of all equipment and resources

Assist Language and Cultural Coordinators with work plan tasks related to youth language program activities, cultural program activities, and food sovereignty activities

Travel and training in areas of food sovereignty, seed saving, and wild rice restoration may be required

Assist Language & Culture Department staff with day-to-day activities when needed OTHER

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task

Must have a desire to work outside

Flexible, highly organized and able to work independently

Ability or willingness to learn to drive utility vehicle

Ability or willingness to learn to operate all food sugaring equipment

Must be self-motivated and able to work independently at times

Ability to work with all age groups

Must be able to maintain confidentiality according to Tribal, State and Federal standards and guidelines CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT First Aid certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire Servsafe food handling certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire

This position will require non-traditional hours including working evenings, weekends and holidays as required for evening classes and, seasonal events, to meet program requirements and deadlines

This position requires the ability and willingness to travel for work assignments, meetings and continuing education

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely in the field and regularly exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, temperatures, mud or similar unpredictable conditions

Must be able to consistently lift up to 60lbs as well as bend, walk and stand for extended periods of timeDISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation and drug/alcohol test.

NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi recognizes Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED required

Familiarity with Potawatomi culture