EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT SKC

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Childcare Cook
Salary Range: $10.87-$13.65/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

The Cook meets the needs of the center, children, parents, and staff; Assist in planning, purchasing supplies, preparing and serving two meals and one snack to as many as three groups of children per day in accordance with USDA/ Montana Child and Adult Food Care Program standards and meal patterns. This position will maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen and eating areas; attend all staff meetings and participate in training courses to expand knowledge of child development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• One year experience cooking for large groups of people
• One year working with young children
• Knowledge of USDA food program and planning nutritional meals to meet the needs ofyoung children
• Ability to meet cleanliness and USDA requirements
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications or ability to become current upon hire

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Grants & Contracts Technician
Salary Range: $32,000-$35,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

The purpose of the Grants and Contracts Technician position is to work with the Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) on the financial and administrative functions of Federal, State, and Private funding sources.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare specialized financial reports, invoices, and correspondence to outside funding agencies and campus departments on grant and contract related funds.
• Assist OGC with grant and contract income and cash flow data in a timely and accurate manner. Perform and report on grant draws to Grants Manager to ensure draws are consistent with grant spending.
• Enter approved journal entries for grant and contract related adjustments, reclassifications and transfers.
• Enter approved grant budgets, modifications and adjustments into system.
• Maintain grant and financial records of all grant and contracts, proposals submitted and all active grants and contracts.
• Assist OGC with grant and contract reporting for Administration, Board of Directors, Auditors and other sources as needed.
• Assist in the reconciliation for grant and contract accounts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful candidates must have an A.A. Degree in Accounting or related field and two years experience in accounting or 4 years experience in accounting. Demonstrated knowledge and two (2) years experience in fund and grant accounting, grant compliance, computer software and computer accounting systems are necessary. Excellent communication skills are required. Must be detail orientated, proficient in 10-key, and able to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to multi-task, work in a fast paced environment efficiently and work in a team setting. Individual must have ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships and be flexible in meeting unusual situations with professionalism.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Housing Maintenance Technician
Salary Range: $9.12 Hourly DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until filled

General Summary:

This position maintains SKC Student Housing property and buildings to ensure a safe and clean environment for students and visitors. Complete move-in, move-out and random inspection of Dorms and Housing units. Coordinate and supervise outside contractor to clean and sanitize Dorms and Housing units after tenants have moved out, and/or perform the task with in-house employees. Supervise outside contractor to repair and paint Dorms and Housing units after tenants have moved out, and/or perform the task with in-house employees. On a scheduled basis, have annual maintenance completed on Family Housing and Dorms. Perform various maintenance requests on Dorm and Family Housing as directed by work orders, which may include repairs of plumbing, minor repair of sheet rock and or painting, repair and sealing of floors, replacement of doors and windows, and cleaning. Work in coordination with SKC maintenance to maintain Housing units in good repair. Move furniture into units and perform other related duties as directed by immediate supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Montana Drivers License.
• One year experience in building repairs and house painting.
• One year experience in general house cleaning.
• Able to communicate written and verbally.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to use computer systems
• Provide self-direction for identifying and completing tasks
• Work hours must be flexible to allow for working weekdays, weekends, days, evenings and holidays as needed due to emergency situations.
• Position physically demanding, individual must be able to lift heavy objects and work in all types of weather.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Cultural Specialist
Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, September 14, 2020 @ 4:00 PM

General Summary

Through collaborative efforts with the Séliš-Ql̓ispé and Kootenai Culture Committees, Salish Kootenai College aims to build the up and coming Culture and Language Studies (CALS) Program. The overall goal of the CALS Program, is to encourage and support the development and implementation of an academic program(s) that use Sqelixʷ and/or Ksanka educational practices to vitalize, perpetuate, and pervasively integrate our Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé cultural arts, worldviews, and languages; and, grow the number of highly skilled cultural artists, knowledge keepers, and/or language speakers. We aim to provide this program to as many students and/or community members as possible, but especially to support and graduate cohorts of three to five focused apprentices beginning the fourth year of program implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

As cultural knowledge keepers, successful candidates will be Eminent Scholars, first and foremost, holding a deep sense of accurate and authentic knowledge regarding appropriate culture and cultural protocols, cultural art-making processes, and language integration. One individual may not possess all of the skills needed, but should have a developed network of cultural knowledge keepers who can provide assistance. Eminent Scholarship will be demonstrated through a resume documenting skills and knowledge held, projects, and/or publications. As collaborators and educators, both individuals must hold cultural values at the center of all they do, have good and open hearts, and possess a desire and commitment to build and maintain the relationships necessary to collaborate with the culture committees, CALS team, Elders, SKC community, CSKT membership, other cultural knowledge keepers, reservation communities and community members. S/he must also have a strong desire to pass on the knowledge they hold accurately, authentically, and appropriately. As educators and curriculum developers, both successful candidates must also possess: a high school diploma and/or GED; the skills necessary to be an educator and curriculum developer; and/or, complete coursework towards an associate, bachelors, or master’s program in a related field. A letter of support from the director of the appropriate culture committee(s) is required as part of the application process.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Language Specialist
Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, September 14, 2020 @ 4:00 PM

General Summary

Through collaborative efforts with the Séliš-Ql̓ispé and Kootenai Culture Committees, Salish Kootenai College aims to build the up and coming Culture and Language Studies (CALS) Program. The overall goal of the CALS Program, is to encourage and support the development and implementation of an academic program(s) that use Sqelixʷ and/or Ksanka educational practices to vitalize, perpetuate, and pervasively integrate our Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé cultural arts, worldviews, and languages; and, grow the number of highly skilled cultural artists, knowledge keepers, and/or language speakers. We aim to provide this program to as many students and/or community members as possible, but especially to support and graduate cohorts of three to five focused apprentices beginning the fourth year of program implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

As a language speaker and language educator, the successful candidate must hold a current Class 7 Certification in Salish and/or Kootenai and/or obtain a letter of support from the appropriate culture committee stating that s/he has been approved by said culture committee and is currently applying for Class 7 Certification. As a collaborator, the successful candidate must hold a deep sense of accurate and authentic knowledge regarding appropriate language and language protocols, and strategies for language integration within the program and throughout campus. As a collaborator and educator, the individual must hold cultural values at the center of all s/he does, have a good and open heart, and possess a desire and commitment to build and maintain the relationships necessary to collaborate with the culture committees, CALS team, Elders, SKC community, CSKT membership, other cultural knowledge keepers, and reservation communities and community members. One individual may not possess all of the skills needed, but should have a developed network of cultural knowledge keepers who can provide assistance. S/he must also have a strong desire to pass on the knowledge s/he holds on accurately, authentically, and appropriately. As an educator and curriculum developer, the successful candidate must also possess: a high school diploma and/or GED; the skills necessary to be an educator and curriculum developer; and/or, complete coursework towards an associate, bachelors, or master’s program in a related field.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Foundation Development Director
Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

The Development Director (DD) for the Salish Kootenai College Foundation assists the Executive Director in all aspects of the SKC Foundation operations, but primarily, will focus on the cultivation and solicitation of major and principal gift donors. This position is also responsible for all donor related activities, such as: inputting and tracking data on donors, donor relations, donor communications and development of the resources necessary to support established fundraising priorities and development projects. This position also performs daily office activities, such as: copying, filing, scheduling appointments, answering telephones, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor Degree in business or related field is preferred with at least 5 years work experience in development and fundraising. In lieu of a degree, consideration will be given to at least 7 years of professional experience working with non-profit boards, strategic planning, program development and management. Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the development field. Must demonstrate competent critical thinking and communication skills. Must be proficient in public speaking. Must have the ability to work effectively with other people in a fastpaced setting as well as independently. Travel is required for donor development and solicitation. General knowledge of “The Raisers Edge” software is preferred. Must operate office machines, demonstrate advanced computer skills and use of online resources. Requires energetic, self-directed, team-building, and professional work habits. Position reports directly to the Executive Director.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Elementary Education Instructor
Salary Range: $42,000 - $60,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, September 28, 2020 @ 4:00 PM

GENERAL SUMMARY:

An Education Division Instructor is primarily responsible for developing, enhancing and teaching designated courses for the Division of Education. In addition, this position will entail advising students in the selection of courses, and monitoring their progress with coursework and the TEP process; assisting with registration and College processes and documentation; communicating regularly and as needed with SKC staff, administration and faculty; maintaining records and student files for students in the Education programs and participating on the SKC Education Advisory Board and other committees as needed. Additional responsibilities include: collaboration with education faculty and staff in preparing teacher candidates for the TEP interview and portfolio process, and monitoring/assessing their progress as they complete all three phases of the TEP program, as well as assisting with the field experiences and overall management of clinical teaching placements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements for this position are a Bachelor’s Degree in education and a minimum of a Master’s Degree in education or a related field (doctorate preferred); five years’ experience teaching young children (pre-K to 8th grade); minimum of one year of experience teaching or mentoring adults; and experience writing and evaluating lesson plans and developing educational curriculum. The applicant must also demonstrate knowledge of the theories and strategies involved in learning and instruction; computer skills such as spreadsheets, data input, online learning platforms, and word processing; knowledge of the behavior, customs, and origins of the Seliš (Salish), Ql ̓ ispé (Pend O’Reille), and Ksanka (Kootenai) Tribes and the mission and goals of Salish Kootenai College; knowledge of protecting people, data and property; the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds; and the ability to communicate consistently and effectively through written, spoken and visual media.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Lead Preschool Teacher
Salary Range: $15.36-$20.02/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, September 21, 2020 @ 4:00 PM

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Promote, encourage and guide a classroom environment that is educational, fun, safe and caring by:

• Giving children support and demonstrating respect
• Planning and implementing lessons for children with the supervision and collaboration of other teachers at the Childcare Center
• Organizing a positive and stimulating learning environment
• Assuming an equal share of Center housekeeping responsibilities
• Ensuring that children are supervised at all times indoors and outdoors
• Completing all needed paperwork, including lesson plans and observations of children
• Complying with universal precautions in dealing with cleaning, sanitation, disinfecting, handwashing, use of disposable gloves and disposal of infectious wastes
• Utilizing positive guidance techniques to teach children while guiding their behavior

Function as a contributing member of the Child Care Center’s team by interacting with and supporting the program’s philosophy and policies through:

• Attendance at all staff meetings, recommended trainings and conferences
• Maintaining confidentiality regarding children, parents, families and co-workers
• Reporting and discussing incidents and issues with the director in a timely manner
• Complying with all standards in operating the Childcare Center including the SKC Mission Statement, Childcare Mission Statement, and the NAEYC code of Ethical Conduct
• Assume the duties of the Director in cases of absence of Director to maintain order at the Center
• Develop Classroom Portfolio in accordance with the NAEYC Accreditation Standards
• Use the Ages and Stages assessment tool with children and parents
• Participate in all child screenings, including the DIAL-4 Developmental Screening
• Implement the HighScope curriculum in the classroom
• Greeting parents and other visitors
• Participating in special events and meetings for parents and children
• Supervision of volunteers, parent exchange volunteers, work study students, and childcare aides
• Planning and implementation of parent participation activities
• Assist the team in preparing a monthly Center newsletter
• Assist the Director in explaining the program to visitors
• Assist the Director in ensuring the coordination of all classroom activities, staff, and student relations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum three (3) years documented experience as the lead classroom teacher in an early childhood setting birth to age 5 preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with HighScope Curriculum and Assessment model preferred
• Knowledge of child development
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certification upon hire.
• Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire
• Ability to work with people of varying backgrounds and ethnic groups
• Ability to take direction and work independently

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Childcare Assistant Part-time
Salary Range: $11-$16/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Friday, September 18, 2020 @ 4:00 PM

General Summary:

• Assist Lead Teacher in classroom.
• Supervise children while in centers.
• Assist teacher with learning activities.
• Assist teacher with implementation of HighScope Curriculum and assessment.
• Read to children.
• Play outdoors with children.
• Assist with classroom clean up.
  • Help children pick up items in centers to be put away.
  • Clean and sanitize toys or other play objects.
  • Clean and sanitize shelving, tables, and other classroom objects.
  • Clean water table after each use.
• Assist teacher with learning activity set up.
• Assist with outdoor play equipment.
  • Tricycles, cars, sandbox items ready for play.
• Clean outdoor patio area.
• Check playground for debris and remove all garbage.
• Assist cook in kitchen with set up and clean up as needed.
• Assist in nap room (help children transition to rest time).
• Treat all children with respect.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain certification upon hire.
• Required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire
• All childcare aides must pass a background check.