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MESKWAKI NATION TIMES SAC & FOX TRIBE OF THE MISSISSIPPI IN IOWA VOLUME 12 ISSUE 11 NOVEMBER 2015

Pictured here are: front row-Clifford Lasley, Conklin Morgan and Wilson Brown. Back row-unknown soldier, Bob Reitz, Charles Pushetonequa, Gaston Keahna, Dewey Roberts, Billy Waseskuk, Dan Youngbear, Roy Kapayou Sr., George Kapayou Sr., Gailey Morgan Sr., Arthur Blackcloud and Alexander Sr.

Native

American

Heritage Month

Thanksgiving!

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To All Meskwaki Tribal Health

Clinic Patients

If you have no health insurance cover-age and you are an adult ages 19-64, un-employed, have limited income, or an adult with or without children, you will most likely qualify for Iowa Medicaid. Iowa Medicaid has no deadline for en-rollment.

The Clinic requires all patients to ex-haust all other resources like Iowa Medi-caid and failing to apply will affect your eligibility for approval of I.H.S./ P.R.C. funds If you need assistance with filling out your application, I am here to assist to keep you in compliance with the Pur-chased Referred Care eligibility require-ment.

If you currently do not have health insur-ance coverage it is your responsibility to apply, follow through by submitting re-quired documentation and maintain ac-tive coverage for you and/or your de-pendents. For your convenience, there are applications at the front desk for you to pick up and fill out. To contact me, just stop by the Clinic or contact me by phone at 484-9431.

If you have health insur-ance coverage please give the front desk reg-istration clerk your card so that we may have a copy on file.

Thank you! - Kathy Shuckahosee

MESKWAKI POW-WOW PRINCESS REPRESENTING

101st Annual Meskwaki Powwow Princess Eleina YoungBear & Hilary Clinton. Nice job young lady. Way to represent. (Photo by Ms YoungBear)

CARNIVAL NIGHT IS SET

Carnival Night Sponsored by Class of 2016 Graduation Powwow

November 21, 2015

Meskwaki Tribal Center

5pm - 9pm

All ages

Concessions will be sold popcorn, snow cones, hot dogs, drinks, and other snacks

Games and prizes Cakewalk Half court shoot out on outside court

Come out to have fun and support the 2016 gradu-ates at the same time!!!!

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Second Call for Meskwaki Language Warriors The Meskwaki Language Department is currently in a project planning phase for the creation of a language teacher training pro-gram. We are working on building partnerships with outside institutions to establish a teacher training program to provide prospec-tive Meskwaki language teachers with essential language teaching skills and hands-on learning experiences. With this new pro-gram, we will be able to fill a gap in school and community language programs by providing much needed training for Meskwaki language teachers to strengthen community language use.

In the 2014 Tribal Audit Survey, 211 tribal members responded to the following question: “I can speak Mes-kwaki and would be willing to help others learn the language by: receiving training to become a language teacher within the community (77 people or 36% of respondents); or receiving training to become a lan-guage teacher within the school (52 people or 25% of respondents).” According to the survey results, the interest for a teacher training program is present in our community. So the first step in planning is to pin-point the language warriors. We’re asking you to come forward to help shape this project!

Language warriors are second language learners, semi-speakers, and fluent speakers with a high level of self-motivation and long-term commitment to learning, teaching, and sharing their knowledge with learners. Community members who have a desire to (1) “learn the language” as well as to (2) “learn how to teach the language” are encour-aged to respond to this announcement! This project will require a 3-year commitment, beginning in 2016, for training. Overall, train-ees will (1) take language courses; (2) satisfy a subsequent teacher certification program; and (3) complete supervised teaching opportunities in a variety of community settings before assuming a leadership role.

In the coming years, trained Meskwaki Language Teachers are urgently needed! In the next few months, we will be establishing a directory of community members wishing to become our next generation of Meskwaki Language Teachers. Contact us today to be added to the directory and to be a collaborator in this exciting community initiative! For more information, call 484-3185 or stop in at the Museum and ask for Medenea (Wayne) or Nananikaiga (Amanda).

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In Development and Coming Soon:

Master‐Appren ce (M‐A) Adult Language Immersion Program

A motivated team of individuals are working to plan and implement an immersion‐based language program that targets young Meskwaki adults who are interested in earning a college degree while learning Meskwaki. In No‐vember, informational sessions will be held to introduce this opportunity. The program will be modeled after the Master‐Apprentice (“M‐A”) approach, which is full immersion (No English). M‐A has produced conversational flu‐ency for other tribal languages.

This November, informational sessions about this program will be held. In December, immersion workshops for language speakers and learners will be held. We will demonstrate techniques anyone can use in the home. Info sessions and workshops are open to all. See below for dates.

If you’re a high school senior or older, and you’re serious about learning language, OR if you’re a speaker of Mes‐kwaki who is serious about helping the next generation, check out one of these informational sessions. *There will be opportunities for fluent speakers to be involved part‐time or full‐time and stipend funding will most likely be available. Interested individuals will be identified through this series of meetings.

The target start date for the program is Fall 2016 or Spring 2017, but the application process will begin in early 2016. All learners are encouraged to get involved now to help us assess who’s interested. Even if you are not a college‐bound student, but still interested, please inquire anyway. Contact Yolanda Pushetonequa at (641) 481‐1472 with any questions.

November – Informational Sessions

“Adult M‐A/ General Info Session” – Tuesday, November 17, 7:00PM‐8:00PM

“Adult M‐A/ General Info Session” – Monday, November 23, 7:00PM‐8:00PM

Location TBA

(same program on 2 dates to increase attendance)

December – Language Immersion Practices Sessions for Learners & Speakers

“How to maximize your learning/teaching through immersion tech‐niques”

“Learners Only” Immersion Techniques – Sunday, Dec. 6, 6:00pm‐8:00pm

“Learners Only” Immersion Techniques – Monday, Dec. 7, 6:00pm‐8:00pm

Location TBA (same program both days, you may attend both. *This is for learners only.)

“Fluent Speakers Only” Immersion Techniques – Sunday, Dec. 13, 6:00pm‐8:00pm

“Fluent Speakers Only” Immersion Techniques – Sunday, Dec. 14, 6:00pm‐8:00pm

Location TBA (same program both days, you may attend both. *This is for speakers only.)

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Front row: Marci Guevara, Kredence Clark, Elleh Driscoll and Sara Ikebe. Middle row: JJ Roberts, Ramona Garcia, Victor Garcia, Francisco Lasley-Santos, Kade Brown, Allis Tahahwah, Jonas Bear, Terrell Grant, Orlando Kapayou and Sterling Tyon. Back row: Rich-ard Horton, Raven Marquez, Tate Brown, Marquez Lasley-Santos, Jaruis Bear, Jovani Vic-tor, Miko Youngbear and Ellis Lasley. The team earned a playoff banner again!

Front row: Grace Tahahwah and Kredence Clark. Middle row: #24 Shi’Ann Ducheneaux, Marci Guevara, Elleh Driscoll, Jazmyne Rob-erts and Sara Ikebe. Back row: Marley Whitefish, Kallie Roberts, Abby Iron Shell, Tori Lasley, Daniel Seymour, Leticia Garcia, Delicia Guevara and Eleina Rivera.

Back-L to R: Seth Keahna, Coach Tracy Sien-knechtS, Jacob Kapayou and Isaiah Hill

Middle: Taurice Grant, Rosie YoungBear, Tanner Garcia, Eleina Rivera, and Miko YoungBear.

Front : Kredence Clark, Elleh Driscoll, Payton Tahahwah, Delicia Guevara, Marci Guevara. The cross country had a great season!!

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Leading cheers for South Tama High School football team are from left to right: Ryan Roberts, Carissa Davenport, Alana Neave and Nyana Eubanks.

Great job girls!

Darius Lasley, Jarret Morris, Wade Brown, Kordell Schrock, Triston Lasley, Riley Davenport, Ado-nis Lasley. The South Tama Trojans are District Champions. Great job!

STC- 38 Grinnell 8 STC- 21 Vinton-Shellsburg 0 STC- 48 Iowa Falls-Alden 0 STC- 19 Union 0 STC- 55 South Hardin 0 STC- 49 Roland-Story 0 STC 21 Williamsburg- 7 STC 41 East Marshall- 0 STC- 23 Aplington-Parkersburg- 12 Play offs STC- 30 Kuemper 0 STC- 49 New Hampton- 0 STC- 6 Albia- 17

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Job Title: Executive Director | Pro-gram: Sac & Fox Housing Authority

Duties and Responsibilities

Directly responsible for overall management of and all adminis-trative matters within Sac & Fox Housing Authority.

Responsible for management and accountability of funds including federal funding, tenant rental fund, budget controls, employee withholding reports, federal re-porting requirements.

Responsible for preparation and submittal of any and all reports required on a timely basis.

Supervise staff and monitoring of various tenant reports in connec-tion with occupancy.

Responsible for policies and proce-dures that ensure efficient man-agement, operations and finan-cial matters.

Other duties as regulated by federal reporting procedures and Board of Commissioners.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma; Associate of Arts or higher de-gree in management or related area preferred.

Knowledge and ability to utilize computer software related to pro-gram; accounting knowledge; Quick Books, Excel, Word, com-puter programs.

Must possess driver’s license and personal vehicle.

Some occasional travel required to attend meetings, workshops, conferences.

Supervision

By Sac & Fox Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

Hours and Salary:

40 hours per week; negotiable rate dependent on variables including but not limited to experience and

knowledge.

Completed Application/Resume must be mailed to

Sac & Fox Housing Authority Of-fice,

301 Meskwaki Road,

Tama, Iowa 52339

no later than November 20, 2015.

Job Title: Assistant Attorney General/Lead Prosecutor | Department: Attor-ney General

The Assistant Attorney General/Lead Prosecutor of the Meskwaki Nation serves as Tribal Prosecutor and provides legal advice, repre-sentation, assistance and support to the Meskwaki Nation, its govern-ment, departments and enterprises. The Assistant Attorney General/Lead Prosecutor, under the direc-tion and supervision of the Attor-ney General, is responsible for the representation of the Meskwaki Nation in all criminal, child de-pendency and Indian Child Welfare proceedings brought in the name of the Tribe, including arraignments, motions, trial and appeals. In addi-tion, as may be assigned, the As-sistant Attorney General/Lead Prosecutor may represent the Na-tion in all aspects of tribal govern-ment, including but not limited to, contracts, employment and human resources, gaming, Tribal Code development, application of federal laws relating to Tribal agencies and enterprises, federal-state juris-dictional issues, taxation issues, economic issues, hunting and fish-ing rights, tribal environmental and natural resource law and policy, housing and land issues, Indian Child Welfare Act, social services and enrollment issues.


Serves as Prosecutor in Tribal Court on behalf of the Meskwaki Nation.

Conducts legal research and pre-pares matters for trial.

May serve as legal advisor to Trib-al Council, tribal government departments, and economic en-terprises.

Represents the Tribe’s interest in civil and criminal matters in trib-al, state and federal court ac-tions.

Assumes responsibility for matters assigned by Attorney General.

May draft ordinances, code revi-sions, and resolutions.

May drafts and negotiate commer-cial and other contracts.

Prepares legal memoranda and opinions at the request of the Attorney General.

Determines whether to bring crimi-nal charges on behalf of the Tribe and assumes the role of Lead Prosecutor.

Serves as presenting officer in child dependency matters filed in the Tribe’s Court.

Represents the Tribe in Indian Child Welfare cases.

Represents the Tribe on civil in-fraction allegations in the Tribal Court.

Works in conjunction with the Tribe’s police force to establish, implement, review and modify prosecutorial policies and priori-ties as needed or required.

Conducts legal research and pre-pares matters for trial.

Will be available for phone calls from officers of the Meskwaki Nation Police Department during off hours and pursuant to a call schedule.

Provide advice to the Meskwaki Nation Police Department re-garding day-to-day operations.

Other duties as assigned or re-quired by the Attorney General.

Requirements

J.D. Degree from an ABA accredit-ed law school and 3 years experi-ence in pertinent areas of the law.

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Must be admitted to practice, and in good standing, in any state and eligible to be admitted in Meskwaki Tribal Court. Admis-sion in or ability to be admitted in Iowa Bar.

Skill in legal research, writing and analysis.

Knowledge of legal principles, practices and proceedings.

Prior legal experience in areas of Indian housing, environmental issues, ICWA, employment law, Indian gaming, contracts, em-ployment, taxation, jurisdictional issues, and economic develop-ment in Indian Country desira-ble.

Must have litigation experience and familiarity with federal, state, and local court rules and procedures.

Must be able to interpret and apply case law, codes, ordinances and administrative rules.

Must be committed to concepts of tribal sovereignty, self-government and Indian self-determination.

Supervision

By the Attorney General. Salary

Annual Salary Range: Dependent upon qualifications (SF-Plus)

Job Title: General Dentist | De-partment: Health


Provide routine dental services such as general restorative proce-

dures, crown and bridge, remov-able prosthetics, endodontics, and oral surgery.

Provide services with an under-standing of medical diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease as they relate to the care and treatment of teeth.

Read dental radiology to plan for patient needs.

Administer anesthetics to patients.

Supervision of dental staff.

Assist in the development of dental policies and procedures for the dental office.

Provide quality assurance and eval-uation process to improve patient care and facilitate monitoring of program planning.

Provide individual and family counseling, guidance, and health instruction to help patients to understand how to prevent dis-ease and maintain good oral health.

Documentation of patient proce-dures into electronic dental rec-ord.

Other duties as assigned. Requirements

Must be a Registered DDS or DMD in good standing with li-censure board.

Prefer one year experience in pri-vate or clinical practice.

Must have current CPR and/or ACLS certification.

Must have DEA certification and maintain at all times.

Must submit and pass a federal background check.

Prefer experience working with Native American populations.

Prefer experience working with Electronic Dental Health records.

Must be creative in approach to patient management and oral health education.

Must adhere to confidentiality guidelines.

Supervision

By the Health Director Salary

Annual Salary Range: DOQ

Job Title: Workforce Development Coordinator | Department: Eco-nomic Development– Red Earth Gar-dens

This position will oversee grant implementation and management to fulfill “Diversifying Red Earth Gardens” (DREG) Project goals & objectives with approved staff-ing and budget guidelines; inter-pret and implement official poli-cies; develop and maintain good public relations with community, tribal administration and other programs, other public and pri-vate agencies, etc. Coordinate approved workforce development program in accordance with grant guidelines focused on achieve-ments outlined in the Objective Work Plans. Lead and support the DREG Farm Crew in promoting professional development and improving employability.


Coordinate Meskwaki Elder Gar-den including: crop plan, plant-ing, harvest and distribution and volunteer programming.

Plans and coordinates activities to ensure goals and objectives for the project are accomplished in accordance with the established grant timeline and approved budget

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Prepares required grant reports for supervisor and as required by grant funding source(s)

Ensures compliance with existing policies and procedures, such as personnel, procurement, etc.

Directs staff planning of DREG project activities and designates personnel who will be responsi-ble for related scopes of activity to empower tribal participation

Initiates one-on-one meetings to recruit, retain and empower par-ticipants

Assess training needs through in-terviews, then plans, organizes, or directs orientation and training programs for participants

Obtain, organize, or develop train-ing manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or other visual materials

Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures

Evaluate training materials pre-pared by instructors, such as out-lines, text, or handouts

Schedule classes based on availa-bility of classrooms, equipment, or instructors

Recommends, reviews, and ap-proves selection of those who will address the DREG partici-pants during events, such as fa-cilitators, trainers, speakers, etc.

Attend meetings to obtain infor-mation for use in training pro-grams or to inform management of training program status

Coordinate with Farm Crew Leader to identify days and activities on-farm for PTEC participants

Assists with the production, mar-keting and financial decisions of

the Farm as instructed by Farm Manager

Performs some physical labor and/or operates machinery as neces-sary.


A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, General Business, or related field

Four (4) years or more of progres-sively responsible supervision capacity

Understanding of financial ac-counting principles and budget & grant compliance

Knowledge of grant/program man-agement, leadership and interpre-tation of goals and objectives

Knowledgeable of tribal communi-ty needs, cultural/traditional practices

Familiar with work force develop-ment strategies, programs and resources

Have a valid Iowa Driver’s license and qualifies to become an ac-ceptable driver under the Tribe’s insurance policy

Be able to pass a law enforcement background investigation

Supervision

By Red Earth Gardens Farm Man-ager

Job Title: Farm Business Develop-ment Coordinator | Department: Economic Development/Red Earth Gardens The Farm Business Devel-opment Coordinator is a full-time leadership position involving agri-business de-velopment, agri-tourism de-

velopment, expanding mar-keting opportunities and overall guidance on diversi-fication of Red Earth Gar-dens. This position works with the Farm Manager and Workforce Development Coordinator to provide guidance to REG staff relat-ed to all aspects of farm business and sales with an emphasis on a positive work and learning environment. Duties and Responsibilities

This is a year round position fo-cused on the development of ag-riculture – related business op-portunities

Will establish CSA accounting software to further the capacity of the farm business

Develop and maintain farm web-site

Work in collaboration with Work-force Development Coordinator and Farm Manager to develop strategies for diversification of revenue streams for farm busi-ness with tribal member work-force

Provide appropriate training and skill sharing with REG staff on strategies for revenue generation

Report weekly to Farm Manager and Assistant Manager about opportunities for marketing of product(s)

Provide reports for work progress related to grant objectives

Work in collaboration with com-munity partners to increase con-tractual agreements for agri-tourism related to culture sharing

Practice good communication skills and maintain a positive attitude

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Assist farm crew in harvesting, washing and packing produce for delivery according to food safety protocols as needed.


AA or BA degree or coursework related to business development

Excellent business skills

Some experience with Square or other electronic payment ser-vices

Experience working in positions that require effective communi-cation and teamwork

Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping

Some knowledge of gardening, greenhouse work, farming or local foods required

Manage financial records and cli-ent transactions

Ability to identify revenue streams for an organic farm

Ability to research market opportu-nities respectful of Tribal cus-toms

Ability to identify revenue streams for e-commerce, Farm Educa-tional Services and Agri-tourism

Prefer Valid Driver’s License and qualifies to become an accepta-ble driver under the Tribe’s in-surance policy.

Supervision

Direct supervision by Red Earth Gardens Farm Manager

Salary

Dependent upon Qualifications

Job Title: Food and Family En-gagement Coordinator | Depart-ment: Economic Development

The Food and Family En-gagement Coordinator sus-tains current Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative (MFSI) programming and increases local foods pro-gramming to Meskwaki sen-iors and families. Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate Meskwaki Elder Gar-den including: crop plan, plant-ing, harvest and distribution and volunteer programming.

Develop and implement inter-generational traditional foods, nutrition and hands-on based educational programming for elders, youth and families. De-sign, coordinate and deliver edu-cational local foods workshops based on senior citizen and fami-ly need and in accordance with Strategic Plan objectives.

Works with community members and program directors to ensure quality, consistency and appro-priateness of services.

Organize and implement seasonal community local foods meals and special events, including an annual food film festival and end of season harvest celebration at Red Earth Gardens.

Ensures visibility of MFSI pro-grams through press releases, promotions and public outreach.

Collect information about the Mes-kwaki community food system from seniors and family pro-gramming activities to address

food insecurity, hunger, and pro-gram effectiveness.

Monitors inventory of MFSI pro-gram materials, foods and sup-plies.

Research foods-integrated senior citizen and family economic de-velopment strategies.

Research and secure grant funds for local foods activities. Work with key staff to maintain and submit grant records and report-ing.

Coordinate and implement gardens for seed saving and to provide traditional foods for MFSI pro-gram activities.


Bachelor’s degree in education, nutrition, environmental studies, social sciences or related field.

Two years of experience with com-munity-based farm or food pro-grams, nutrition education, or food sovereignty initiatives im-pacting youth, elder and family with an education and outreach emphasis.

High level of self-direction and time management.

Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Suite, internet and so-cial media.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Must be physically able to work outdoors and flexible work envi-ronments.

Able to lift 50lb.

Certified or willingness to be trained/certified in family and senior nutrition topics related to local foods.

Native American preference Salary Dependent upon Qualifications

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Job Title: Case Worker | Department: Meskwaki Nation Child Support Services

Will perform overall case man-agement functions for MNCSS.


Maintains a professional environ-ment in the MNCSS office

Gains excellent knowledge of the federal child support rules and laws

Learn and follow the MNCSS Poli-cy & Procedure Manual, relevant Meskwaki Nation laws, and rele-vant federal and state regulations to carry out all case management functions

Reviews and processes all applica-tions for Child Support services received by the MNCSS in ac-cordance with MNCSS Policy and Procedure Manual

Responds courteously and in a timely manner to inquiries from other jurisdictions, current cus-tomers or the general public re-garding MNCSS or current child support cases in accordance with the MNCSS Policy and Proce-dure Manual

Has primary responsibility for in-tergovernmental cases

Conducts in-office and telephone interviews with custodial and non-custodial parents

Arranges for buccal swabs for ge-netic testing when indicated for paternity establishment

Reviews child support cases and takes the next appropriate action on the cases in a timely manner in accordance with MNCSS Poli-cy and Procedure Manual

Identify and utilize all collection actions on cases with the goal of minimizing family conflict by working first with the non-

custodial parent to obtain coop-eration when possible

Refer cases to Meskwaki Elders Circle for counseling and media-tion

Prepares necessary paperwork for: Locate activities, Service of Pro-cess, Genetic testing and Paterni-ty actions, Court hearings, Estab-lishment of child support orders, Enforcement of child support orders, including income with-holding orders, Modification of child support orders, Recognition of orders from foreign jurisdic-tions (pursuant to full faith and credit)

Reviews current and past due debt obligations with the assistance of MNCSS Financial Specialist by referring to the Meskwaki Na-tion Child Support Guidelines and the MNCSS Policy and Pro-cedures Manual

Informs the Financial Specialist about new or modified child sup-port orders

Assists the Staff Attorney by pre-paring files for court and re-quests current payment history reports, when applicable, from the MNCSS Financial Specialist

Works closely with the Tribal Court Staff to schedule child support court cases on the up-coming court docket

Attends child support hearings at the Tribal Court when requested; may be required to appear as a witness for the tribal Staff Attor-ney or presenting officer in child support cases

Notifies all parties concerned re-garding continuances, cancella-tions and rescheduling of court hearings by phone, mail or per-sonal service

Ensures strict adherence to MNCSS, federal and state confi-dentiality agreements

Meticulously maintains child sup-port files by keeping clear rec-ords of actions, conversations, and correspondence; effective maintenance of automated rec-ords may also be required

Cooperates with the MNCSS Fi-nancial Specialist to provide child support collection notices when requested

Maintains a positive working rela-tionship with other tribal pro-grams and local and regional employers to ensure the MNCSS payment procedures are followed

Works with State TANF/FIP coun-terparts to provide status updates whenever requested

Cooperates and effectively com-municates with the Child Sup-port and court staff of other juris-dictions on intergovernmental child support cases; refer cases to other Child Support programs when necessary using the ap-proved federal transmittal forms

Works closely with other Tribes, States and County Child Support staff on cases that have been transferred to MNCSS

Provides community outreach and educational awareness to the Meskwaki community regarding MNCSS and the services it of-fers

Attends trainings that pertain to child support case management

Must possess excellent customer service skills with the general public, including maintaining tact, diplomacy, and flexibility when dealing with different per-sonality of clients who call or appear in person at MNCSS, stressful situations and potential hostile people

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Possess strong work ethic and or-ganizational skills with special attention to detail

Assists MNCSS Director in the preparation of narrative and sta-tistical reports for both tribal government offices and the Fed-eral Office of Child Support En-forcement (OCSE) pursuant to established policy and proce-dures and federal regulations

Maintains high ethical standards for himself/herself and MNCSS by adhering to strict confidential-ity standards; signs a confidenti-ality statement upon employment with MNCSS

Complies with the law of the Tribe and, at all times, acts in a manner that promotes public confidence in the integrity and impartiality of MNCSS

Performs other duties as needed or assigned by the immediate super-visor

Requirements

Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology with 2 years’ experience in Human Ser-vices or Child Support field OR Associates Degree in Human Service, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology and 4 years’ experi-ence Human Services or Child Support field

Prefer work experience with Mes-kwaki Indian children or families

Prefer work experience with Tribal or District Court systems

Must be or able to obtain Notary in the State of Iowa

Must be bondable and submit to and successfully pass a back-ground investigation

Must be able to efficiently operate office equipment, including a computer workstation, computer software, 10-key adding ma-chine, copy and fax machines, printers and telephones

Must have a working practice of Microsoft Office applications

Must be able to record information accurately and efficiently, main-tain computerized records

Must possess excellent customer service skills with the general public, including maintaining tact, diplomacy and flexibility when dealing with different per-sonality of clients who call or appear in person at MNCSS, stressful situations and potential-ly hostile people.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Possess strong work ethic and or-ganizational skills with special attention to detail

Travel as required, local, regional and national for conferences, meetings, and trainings

Must possess a valid Driver’s Li-cense and have a good driving record

Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for all Meskwaki Na-tion positions

Native American Preference, knowledge of Meskwaki culture and tradition

Supervision

Will be supervised by the MNCSS Case Manager

Salary

SF-10 ($32,500 - $42,981)

Job Title: Receptionist | Depart-ment: Meskwaki Nation Child Support Services


Perform reception duties including answering telephone, logging all incoming calls, routing call and taking messages for staff

Greet and direct all persons com-ing into the office

Log and disseminate all income mail

Log, date stamp and route all ap-plications

Perform general clerical tasks in-cluding data entry, typing, filing, copying, faxing and related du-ties.

Organize all files and forms

File all necessary documents in a timely manner

Organize and replenish all forms and office supplies

Safeguard confidentiality of all MNCSS activities, communica-tion and records

Conduct all MNCSS business pro-fessionally

Avoid the appearance of impropri-ety, conflicts of interest, favorit-ism and other negative attitudes, both on the job and off the job

Other duties as assigned Requirements

Must possess a High School Diplo-ma or G.E.D. and at least one year of work experience

Type a minimum of 35 words per minute.

Must possess familiarity with Na-tive American culture

Be knowledgeable and proficient in P.C. word processing, spread-sheet, internet and e-mail

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Basic understanding of teambuild-ing and teamwork

Must be able to comply with confi-dentiality guidelines

Supervision

Will be supervised by the MNCSS Administrative Assistant/Liaison

Salary

(SF-4) $17,750 - $23,474

Please submit applica-tion/resume to Human Re-sources.

Email:

[email protected] |

Fax: (641) 484-8478

Sac & Fox Tribe of the Missis-sippi in Iowa • 349 Meskwaki Road, Tama, IA 52339

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Community Development Specialist Janitorial/Maintenance Worker I Cashier Senior Accountant Grant Accountant Accounts Payable Clerk Protective Payee Support Worker Assistant Water & Wastewater Operator Senior Services Director Child Support Contract Attorney Fuels General Manager Director of Education Dental Hygienist Human Resources Specialist—School Natural Resources Director

BINGO

Caller FT $8.00 Calls out the numbers for a bingo game. Op-erates equipment that randomly selects the numbers for bingo. Must be able to work directly with the general public. Must have good organizational and computer skills. Must be flexible with work shifts and days off. Must be able to handle busy and stressful situations.

Cashier FT $9.25 Verifies inventory counts and sales for a bingo session.

Floor Inventory Clerk FT $9.25 Verifies and distributes all game packs and sheets for a bingo session. Must be dependa-ble, courteous and reliable. Must be self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to work as part of a team. Must have good organization-al and computer skills.

Floor Worker FT $7.50 Verifies winning cards, calculates prize mon-ey, and pays customer during a bingo ses-sion. Sells game sheets to customers.

Verifies bingos and pays cash to winners. Answers customer inquiries as they arise.

Shift Supervisor FT $14.00 Must be able to handle busy and stressful situations. Must be self-motivated, responsi-ble and must possess leadership qualities and effectively instruct and guide all subordi-nates. Must be dependable, courteous and reliable. Must be flexible with work shifts and days off. Must have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

CAGE

Cashier FT $10.00 Handles all customer transactions during an assigned shift.

ENGINEERING

General Maintenance FT $12.00 Install, troubleshoot and repair complex me-chanical equipment and distribution systems, involving work of a varied nature with a minimum of supervision. Alter, repair and maintain doors, floors, partitions, roofs, stair-ways, windows, screens and other wooden

fixtures. Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drains. Install and repair plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes or water heaters.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Barback FT $8.75 Keep beverage service areas and equipment well-stocked and clean. Continuous lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds will be re-quired. Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds with occasional periods of lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds will be re-quired.

Cocktail Server FT $5.10 To serve guests alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a responsible and professional manner. Provide timely, friendly and courte-ous service of all beverages. Make every ef-fort to ensure absolute customer satisfaction/provide outrageous customer service.

Supervisor FT $14.74 Provide optimal guest satisfaction by effec-tively supervising and overseeing assigned concession operations, convention service, bar operations, front-of-the-house (FOH) operations of the Buffet, Café, and Prime Cut.

HOTEL

Guest Service Representative PT/FT $9.00 Must be able to work directly with the gen-eral public. Must be able to change easily and frequently from one activity to another such as from typing, to searching in a directory, to using a telephone. Requires good organiza-tional and communication skills, both verbal and written. Uses personal judgment and specialized knowledge to give information to people.

Inspector/ GRA FT $9.60 Supervises work activities of cleaning person-nel to ensure clean, orderly, attractive rooms in the hotel.

Tour & Travel Associate FT $9.00 Greets all tours and issues Meskwaki Club cards and distributes coupons to guests ar-riving through the casinos Tour Bus, Limo and Shuttle programs.

Valet Parking Attendant FT $8.00 +tips Issues or obtains numbered tags, parks and retrieves guests’ vehicles.

LIVE GAMES

Keno Writer FT/PT $8.40 Conducts Keno Game during as assigned

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shift.

SECURITY

EMT FT $12.75 Assesses injuries, administers emergency medical care, and performs the duties of Se-curity Officer. Operates equipment such external defibrillators and bag-valve mask resuscitators. Performs regular Security Officer daily duties.

Officer FT $10.00 Monitors premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules during an assigned shift. SLOTS

Slot Technician FT $12.50 Completes gaming device system mainte-nance on all gaming devices and their related components/software and network support systems. SURVEILLANCE

Observer FT $12.25 Observes casino or casino hotel operations for irregular activities such as cheating or theft by either employees or patrons in order to protect casino assets and assist in efforts to maintain adherence to internal controls, de-partmental procedures and other company policies.

NON GAMING Equipment Crew FT $10.00 Keeps buildings, offices, public areas or other as-signed areas in a clean and orderly condition. Requires a high school diploma or GED. Re-quires some relevant work experience. Porter FT $8.75 Keeps buildings, offices, public areas or other assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition. ENGINEERING Tool Crib Attendant FT $9.00 Checks in and out tools, equipment and material to employees to provide invento-ry control in addition to having inventory stocked for easy repair and maintenance of the facility and its’ assets. Prepares periodic inventory or maintains perpetual inventory of tools and equipment, manually or using computer. EVERAGE

Banquet Server FT $8.50 Sets up and serves all catering functions as scheduled providing the highest level of customer ser-vice. Must be at least 18 years of age. Prior wait staff experience required. Bingo Concessions Cook/Cashier FT $9.00 Provide timely, friendly and courteous service of Concession menu items. Make every effort to ensure absolute customer satis-faction. Must be at least 18 years of age. Re-quires a high school diploma or GED. Previ-ous deli or concessions work experience pre-ferred.

Buffet Baker FT $9.50 Requires a Culinary degree from an accredited institute/school or one (1) year of prior restaurant cooking expe-rience or an equivalent combination of educa-tion and experience. Prior baking experience preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Buffet Bus Person PT $8.00 Maintains and upholds buffet tables clean from dirty plates, glasses and silverware with prompt and friendly service. Entry-level. Must be 16 years of age.

Buffet Cook FT $11.00 Cook and present food for the buffet or other operations accord-ing to established quality standards. Prepare and present: large quantities of food for the Buffet, Catering and Employee Dining Room; food orders for other operations. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Buffet Dining Room Attendant FT $5.10 Serve beverages and provide table service in a professional manner to guests at our buffet. Must be at least 18 years of age. Some previ-ous wait staff experience preferred.

Buffet Dishwasher FT $9.00 Cleans din-nerware, food preparation wares and equip-ment and kitchen area in a manner that meets established cleanliness standards. En-try-level position.

Café Wait Staff FT $6.70 + tips Take or-ders and serve food and beverages in a profes-sional manner to guests at tables in our casu-al dining restaurant. Must be at least 18 years of age. Some previous wait staff experi-ence preferred.

Food Arcade Cook/Cashier FT $9.00 Prepare food orders for Arcade guests in a manner that meets established quality stand-ards. Professionally serves menu items to guests and handles payment transactions efficiently and effectively. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Food Court Utility Porter FT $8.75 Aids Food Court operations by keeping all areas well-stocked and clean. Substantial lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds will be re-quired. May be required to lift over the shoul-der height but this maneuver requires assis-tance (another person) when weight is in-volved. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Prime Cut Wait Staff FT $6.90 + tips Take orders and serve food and beverages in a professional manner to guests at tables in our fine dining restaurant. Must be at least 18 years of age. Some previous wait staff experi-ence required.

Guest Room Attendants FT $9.00 Per-form any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain rooms and halls within the hotel. Entry-level position. Previous housekeeping experience preferred.

Housekeeping Utility FT $8.75 Performs a combination of tasks that maintain the hotel premises in a clean and orderly manner, thereby contributing to a pleasant, positive guest experience. Entry-level position. Previ-ous housekeeping experience preferred

Laundry Worker FT/PT $8.75 Operates and tends to laundry machines to clean arti-cles such as wearing apparel, sheets, blankets, and other linens used by the hotel and prop-erty. Lifts clean wet articles from the washer and places them successively into wringers and dryers for measured time cycles.

PBX Operator/Reservationist FT $9.00 Answers inquiries and obtain information for the general public, guests, employees, and other interested parties. Provides infor-mation regarding activities conducted at the Casino/Hotel. Makes, confirms, and cancels reservations for guests in a pleasant, profes-sional and efficient manner so as to create a positive impression and increase hotel occu-pancy.

Spa Licensed Esthetician FT $11.25 To provide the guest with a comprehensive range of spa skin services, and, if licensed as a cos-metologist, nail services reflecting the high levels of service and standards required. Must be flexible with working hours and days off. Requires excellent customer service skills.

Spa Licensed Massage Therapist FT TBD To provide the guest with a comprehen-sive range of spa services reflecting the high levels of service and standards required. Must be flexible with working hours and days off. Requires excellent customer service skills.

Receiving Clerk FT $9.50 Compare identi-fying information and count items of incom-ing shipments against bills of lading, invoic-es, orders, or other records. Deliver supplies to various departments as needed. Requires safely lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds.

For prompt attention to your job seeking questions inquire at the Personnel Office and/or call 641-

484-1620.

We will assist you to secure the most up to date information about

the position you seek.

Shift Differentials: 2nd Shift - $0.25 3rd Shift - $0.50

Benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment

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November is Diabetes Awareness Month For this month, instead of listing a lot of data as we have all seen before on the large numbers and figures for the prevalence of diabetes not only here on the Settlement but in all of Indian Country. I want to say what I believe. Diabetes is always on the rise, meaning if we do not change the way we eat and change our physical activity habits, diabetes will continue to rise and claim many lives through other complications which can develop through this disease.

I have worked for the diabetes program for over ten years. Through my work and observations, there is hope this can change. I’ve witnessed changes.

Through the Diabetes Prevention Program (2005-2010) we had success in educating at least 50 people. The DPP participants were taught the basics in planning meals and being active. I would like to challenge those past DPP participants to take a few minutes each day to recall what they learned and teach their children and others in their household. I know there are a few who are practicing what they learned and are maintaining their goal weights today.

The summer of 2014, the Tribal Sovereignty Program contributed five free shares to families who had a person with diabetes. Four out of the five recipi-ents lowered their A1C (which is an average of their blood glucose levels for three months) from June to September! What a success! It is possible to do that again next summer. I assisted in that program and learned how to cook with vegetables and shared what I learned with anyone who would listen, and my family.

The annual school health screening is an important service provided by the health clinic and diabetes program. See the chart on health screenings for the years 2012, 2013, and 2014. Parents and guardians, please pay attention to the results when they are returned to you. If you have any questions, call the clinic and ask a provider or nurse.

Quarterly Diabetes Support Group Meeting is a another important service for all community m members. We share very good information on v various topics of diabetes as presented by l local providers and guests. Lite refresh-ments are served. This is for all and not just persons with diabetes.

We partner with tribal departments for events, like the annual health fair which in-vites local, state, and other health and well-ness providers to set up a booth and share their information for all community members, school students and others.

These are all a part of the Meskwaki Diabetes Program funded by the SDPI Community Di-rected Grant and has been a part of the Sac & Fox T Tribal Programs since 1998. We hope to keep m moving ahead to stop this disease and become healthier

Linda Winter Chaser, Diabetes Coordinator

School Screening is an annual activity for the Meskwaki Health Clinic to provide signif-icant measures of five factors. Because Native American’s are more likely to be diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus, we have tracked the identified factors over a period of 3 years.

We believe the results are important to re-port back to the community.

School Screening will take place this year in November. Each year at least 75% of all the Native American students enrolled in the Settlement School and South Tama County Schools have been screened.

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Families of 2016 high school and college graduates

If you have a family member living out of town that would like to be included in the annual Meskwaki Higher Educa on Program Gradua‐on Pow Wow, please contact the Higher Educa on office (484‐

3157) with their name and contact informa on, or have them call us. The Higher Educa on Program must be contacted no later than April 15th, 2016 (we cannot ensure that any names submi ed a er this date will receive a gi at the Gradua on Pow Wow).

We would also like to be made aware of local community members who an cipate college gradua on but are not current Higher Educa‐on Program grant recipients.

THANK YOU!

Committee Elections

Title VI Advisory Committee The Administration on Aging, Title VI Grant Program requires a Title VI Advisory Committee. Due to in-activity, the Interim Director is ex-cited to restart this important com-mittee that will assist with nutritious menu recommendations and healthy ac-tivities! The committee consists of a Chairman, Vice Chair-man, Secretary and Treasurer.

Elders Committee

At a regular Elders Committee meeting on October 27th, Chair-woman Alma Ward called for elec-tions for the Elders Committee. The date set is November 17 pm at 1:00 pm.

The Title VI Advisory Committee and the Elders Advisory Commit-tee are both comprised of unpaid volunteers who con-tribute their time and efforts towards the suc-cess of the Senior Services. Call 641-484-3888 or stop drop by the Meskwaki Senior Services if you

have any questions!

Wellness hours Monday‐Thursday…8am‐7pm

Friday…8am‐4:30pm

Saturday…8am‐12:00pm

Services offered:

Personal Training

Fitness Classes (new classes to be announced soon!)

Fitness Assessments

Call Jarvis or Dana for appointments: 641‐484‐2896

Recipe: *Chicken/Potato/Green Bean Casserole* 3 skinless/boneless chicken breasts cut in half 2 cans green beans 6 red potatoes 1 pkg Zesty Italian Dressing mix 1 s ck bu er

Preheat oven to 350 degrees; Line chicken breast halves down the middle of a cake pan; Drain green beans and line them down one side of the chicken breasts; Cut potatoes in 4ths and line them on the other side of the chicken breasts; Sprinkle dressing mix all over chicken, potatoes, and green beans; Melt bu er and drizzle all over chicken, potatoes, and green beans Cover with n foil and bake for 1 hr.

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The Meskwaki Child Care Pump-kin Patch was held on Saturday, October 10, 2015 at Meskwaki Family Services. Overall we had an excellent turn-out for this being our first time trying an event like this. We had 197 people attend and it was a beautiful day to just hang out and be outside. Each child that attended received a pumpkin, was able to jump in the bouncy house and go through our Happy Hay Maze. Families were provided lunch and most families stayed to relax and socialize while their children enjoyed the activi-ties. During this event we were seeking donations of general hy-giene/toiletries products for chil-dren and babies. Even though this was not required to attend, the amount of donated items was awesome for the first time of ask-ing the community for donations of this kind. Meskwaki Family Ser-vices would like to thank the fol-lowing people for their generous donations: Veronica Calderon, Eugenia Castanon, Orielle Ka-payou, Vestana Lasley, Sylvia Brown, Samantha Lasley, Ann Lasley, Jason Jefferson, Char Keahna-Nunez and Joy Bancroft. I would like to thank everyone that helped with the event: Dara Jef-ferson, Mylene Wanatee, Shelly Seymour, Kim Clair and Pam De-gener. I would like to thank Vin-cent Lasley and Lester Lasley for helping to unload all the pumpkins and thanks to Meskwaki Natural Resources for making the Happy Hay Maze.

A BIG SUCCESS FOR ALL

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Newly elected council members were sworn into office on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. From left to right: Milo Buffalo, Jr, Gerald Sanache and re-elected Troy Wanatee.

Congratulations!!!

Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa

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Tama, IA 52339

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