- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Organize and manage documents and records (digital and physical)
- Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Plan and coordinate travel for departmental staff
- Perform data entry, analysis, and report preparation
- Schedule, attend, and take minutes at meetings as assigned
- Identify and assist with grant funding opportunities and reporting
- Provide general administrative support to the LVD Cultural Preservation and Natural Resources Division.
- Screen calls, draft communication, and manage departmental correspondence
- Maintain calendars and coordinate meetings/events.
- Assist with logistical planning for departmental events and fieldwork
- Support internal coordination and communication within the department
- Maintain and fulfill tribal records requests
- Perform transcription, document preparation, and note-taking as needed
- Ensure office equipment is maintained, and supplies are stocked
- Assist with both indoor and outdoor natural resource activities as needed, including fieldwork to support both the Natural Resources and THPO departments.
- Travel occasionally, including overnight stays if required
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Natural Resources
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 18 years of age
- Reside within 50 miles of Lac Vieux Desert Reservation lands
- Minimum two (2) years of administrative experience or equivalent education
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Excellent organizational, professional, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to confidentiality and willingness to sign confidentiality agreement
- Must hold a valid Michigan driver’s license
- Ability and willingness to participate in occasional fieldwork (land/water)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Associate’s degree or higher degree in a related field
· Five (5) years of relevant experience
· Working knowledge of:
o LVD tribal codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures
o Tribal Council governance
o Michigan’s relationship with the Lac Vieux Desert Band
o U.S. government-to-government relations with the LVD Tribe
o LVD tribal businesses and partnerships
· Experience with office systems and process management
· Two (2) years of experience in technical or science writing
· One (1) year or more experience with quantitative/qualitative data management
· Experience in natural resources, aquatic, and/or wildlife research
Approved by Tribal Council: July 1, 2025
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of to pass a pre-employment drug screen and applicable background checks related to the position. Native American preference shall apply in accordance with Lac Vieux Desert Policy.
This position requires all applicants to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), or resume to be considered by the Human Resources Department and Natural Resources Director.
Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Indians
P.O. Box 129, N5384 US 45
Watersmeet MI, 49969
Email: hr@lvd-nsn.gov
Website: https://lvd-nsn.gov/Content/Careers.cfm
Phone: 906-358-4226 Ext. 7318
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians Benefits
After a 90-day probationary period, Full Time employees will be eligible for our Employee Benefit Package. Benefits include:
Health – 14 different medical plan options through FEHP-Federal Employee Health Plan. L.V.D. pays 80% of the total premium. Employee is responsible for the additional 20%.
Delta Dental – (2) options: low and high plan ($1,000.00 or $2,000.00 annual coverage)
VSP Vision
$50,000 MetLife Term Life Insurance Policy (Employer Paid)
Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
Options for purchasing additional MetLife coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life, Hospital Indemnity)
John Hancock Retirement 401 K plan with a 3% employer contribution
Employee Assistance Program (First three appointments are employer paid)
Employee meal and gas discounts
Vacation and Personal Time off
Flexible schedule
Paid holidays
Paid Weekly
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