Program Assistant - Education Department

Location: Hominy

General Description The Program Assistant will assist the Higher Education Program Coordinator with the Career Training Scholarship Program, Stole and Commendation Program, and the Trust Scholarships. The assistant will be responsible for answering incoming calls, request and collect all required data for the processing of all incoming applications, explaining the need for such documentation, and determining the eligibility of applicants.

The Program Assistant will also provide support to all programs within the Education Department and assist with programs that include outreach services.

Qualifications Associate’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Business or closely related field is required;
Bachelor’s degree preferred

Work experience in a similar work environment in lieu of education may be considered

At least 3 to 5 years of work experience in a similar work environment is required

Requires demonstrated language, grammar and spelling skills

Must be willing to travel and attend parent meetings as needed

Must have the ability to teach parent/student/teacher workshops

Requires flexibility in working hours

Requires the use of personal vehicle

Requires knowledge of efficient office-procedures

Requires demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Access, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint or similar programs

Must have excellent Internet and email skills

Requires effective telephone communication skills

Ability to work with the public

Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation Must be able to work well with students

Must be willing to conduct and teach activities to children

Must be willing to supervise students

Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics

Requires a high level of problem solving skills

Must maintain confidentiality at all times

Requires good interpersonal communication and team work skills

Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions

Must be able to pass a criminal background check; OSBI and fingerprints

Must be able to pass drug/alcohol testing

Must have a clean driving record – may be required to drive GSA or tribal vehicles
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