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r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao OKMULGEE, OK 74447 s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284 Submitted ate Employee Requisition Number JOB OPPORTUNITY 3/ 25/ 2026 12: 14 PM Title/ Position: CAREER SPECIALIST II Pay Grade Salary Range Classification SB12 40, 372- 52, 728 Full Time Department: Location: Location Code: FT/ PT EMPLOYMENT& TRAINING Okmulgee 103 Full Time COMPLETED EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. MUSCOGEE ( CREEK) AND INDIAN PREFERENCE. General Summary: The Career Specialist II serves as a key resource within Employment& Training, assisting citizens in accessing educational and vocational opportunities. This position is responsible for processing applications for clients seeking financial assistance to attend vocational institutions. Provide program guidance to team members. Works effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. By providing support services and career planning, the Career Specialist II helps promote workforce development and long- term career success for clients. Also, provides career guidance, monitors participant progress and ensures requirements are met according to Tribal and P. L. 102- 477 guidelines. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Receive, review, and process applications for tribal members seeking financial assistance to attend vocational institutions. Verify eligibility by reviewing documentation, residency, and tribal enrollment status in compliance with program and funding requirements. Develop individualized case plans that outline training goals, support services, and career pathways tailored to each participant' s needs. Provide career guidance to help participants to identify vocational programs that align with their skills, interests, and employment goals. Collaborate with vocational institutions, training providers, and community partners to coordinate services and ensure program alignment. Monitor participant progress by maintaining regular contact, reviewing training outcomes, and assisting with barriers to completion. Maintain accurate and timely case files, documentation, and reports in accordance with tribal, federal, and departmental standards. Ensure compliance with program policies, Public Law 102- 477 requirements, and other applicable regulations. Assist participants in accessing supportive services such as transportation, supplies, or other resources to promote training success. Track participant outcomes, including program completion, credential attainment, and job placement, to support reporting and evaluation. Attend outreach events and provide presentations to community members r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao OKMULGEE, OK 74447 s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284 about available training programs and career assistance services. Administers and interprets appropriate career assessment instruments to clients. Support departmental goals by participating in staff ineetings, training, and professional development opportunities. Serve as a liaison for clients and other agencies pertaining to career development. Provides technical training to the Career Specialists. Mastery of all of aspects of being a Career Specialist. Guides the Career Specialists in all aspects of being a Career Specialist. Provides guidance and answers questions that a Career Specialist may have. Provides guidance on selection of academic programs and career planning. Counsels' individuals on the development of resumes and cover letters. Identifies various web sites, job banks, organizations, books and other publications related to career management. Make referrals for vocational counseling or other referrals as needed. Assist with improving educational and skill competencies. Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting their education or vocational situations. Assist with the development of programs that will contribute to occupational development, upward mobility development of new careers and opportunities for non- traditional employment. Performing day- to- day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. Establish relationship with other service providers to aid program participants. Identifies various websites, job bank, organizations, books, and other publications related to career management. Attend meetings, educational conferences and training workshops yearly to stay up- to-date on career or workforce trends and professional development. Be able to multi- task. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Associate Degree or equivalent work experience. Preferred Requirements: Bachelor Degree with previous experience working with Native American clients. Valid Oklahoma Driver' s License required? Yes Please list any additional licenses required: N/ A Customer Service: Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds promptly to voicemails and emails. Professionalism/ Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Approaches others in a r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao OKMULGEE, OK 74447 s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284 Interpersonal Skills: tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position. Time Management: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives. Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Participates in meetings. Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information. Analytical Skills: Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team environment; Supports everyone' s efforts to succeed. Leadership: Inspires respect and trust; Motivates and effectively influences others; Provides appropriate recognition; Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses sound judgement; Makes timely decisions. Works within the approved budget; Conserves organizational resources. Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Adheres to policies and procedures. Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization' s goals and values. Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Quantity: Completes work in timely manner. Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures, including cyber security. Attendance/ Punctuality: Regular and on time attendance. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/ or move: Up to 50 Ibs. Q Up to 100 Ibs. Over 100 Ibs. Physical Exam Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed: Fumes or airborne particles DOutside weather conditions Toxic or caustic chemicals Risk of electrical shock Vibration Loud Noise Would this Open Position be considered a Safety Sensitive Position? Check All that Apply Note: If any box is checked THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION ( No failed dru test is tolerated). Lf Operate motorized equipment, machinery, power tools, and/ or a motor vehicle. r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao OKMULGEE, OK 74447 s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284 Repair, maintain, or monitor the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery, or manufacturing process ( preparing food where knives and kitchen equipment is used). Work in close proximity to motor vehicles or heavy equipment and/ or construction sites. Operate any equipment which could seriously injure any person as a result of misuse. Carry and use of firearms/ ammunition Work with vulnerable or violent clients. Have direct contact with children and youth. Entrusted with the direct care or custody of children and youth and whose performance of his/ her duties may affect the health, welfare, or safety of children and youth. Provide direct patient care or providing for the health, safety, and welfare of children, adults, disabled, and elders. Perform life threatening procedures such as firefighting, first responder, or EMT duties. Dispense pharmaceuticals Have access to or responsible for confidential information or sensitive data protected by federal, state, or Muscogee Nation law. Have responsibility for money, receipts, and/ or disbursement of negotiable instructions, e. g., money, checks, or property disbursements. Have responsibility for all financial documents, credit data, credit account records, or credit transactions. Have responsibility for the use, handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal, or transport of controlled substances, toxic, radioactive, or other hazardous materials. Have responsibility for security, surveillance, or law enforcement duties. Have routine access to security control and key systems Operate, maintain, or oversee critical services and infrastructure including, but not limited to: a. Electric; b. Gas; c. Water; d. Power generator; e. Distribution. Positions governed under the rules and jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation Any position in which a momentary lapse in attention could result in injury or death to an employee or another person. None of these apply Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Public Relations: Important attributes of any employee of the Muscogee Nation, along with the official performance of duties, are personal appearance and public relations. Each employee is expected to make every effort to be well- informed about the institution, pleasant, courteous and cooperative, and to act in a manner to command respect of co- workers and all other personnel. An optimistic attitude, patience and tolerance will help each employee in nearly all situations at the institution. MCN Policy Requirements: Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao OKMULGEE, OK 74447 s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284 All Employees are subject to pre- employment background checks and drug testing. According to MCN Policy Section 502: Page 12/ Section 503 110- 111. All applicants must pass a drug test before beginning work. Any candidate who fails or refuses a drug test shall be withdrawn from employment consideration. Medical Marijuana License Holder Protection and Non- Discrimination A. Unless a failure to do would cause The Muscogee ( Creek) Nation to imminently lose a monetary or licensing related benefit under federal law or regulations and with the exception of employees whose jobs are safety sensitive or primary job function is driving, The Muscogee ( Creek) Nation shall not discriminate against a person in hiring, termination, or imposing any term or condition of employment or otherwise penalize a person based upon either: a. Solely, the person' s status as a medical marijuana license holder; or b. Solely, the results of a drug test showing positive for marijuana and its components. B. Employees that are medical marijuana card holders shall not use, possess or be under the influence while at their place of employment or during hours of employment.