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    The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (Tribes) Natural Resource Department (NRD) is requesting bids for consulting services to perform data analysis (including quality assurance/quality control), report writing, sample collection, and public education for select NRD programs.
    The contractor must currently hold a minimum of a Master's Degree in Biology, or related field, with an emphasis on aquatic ecology and a minimum of 15 years' experience in aquatic research, data analysis, data collection, and report development. These skills will be utilized by the Tribes and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to successfully execute a wide variety of projects. Specifically, the contractor needs to have experience collecting surface water, groundwater, and pesticides samples and evaluate sample results; have familiarity with wetland delineation and classification similar to Montana Wetland rapid Assessment Method; and be experienced in writing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents including Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements. All NEPA experience must be similar in scope and rigor to those produced by Federal agencies such as the Department of Interior. The successful contractor requires experience in preparing and evaluating EPA program Quality Assurance Project Plans and EPA CWA Section 401 National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permits.The successful contractor must also have experience delivering public presentations as well as meeting facilitation. Since some activities will require developing and making presentations to school age children, a teaching degree or equivalent certification is preferred.
    The contract for consultant services will begin after the awarding of the successful bid and the contract will expire December 30, 2020. All work will be performed on or near the Flathead Indian Reservation. The successful candidate must possess or be able to obtain a Montana Driver’s License.
    INDIAN PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS
    This is an Indian preference bid and those who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian owned business prior to the submission of bids. Proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the CSKT Indian Preference Office. Be advised that evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference Certification. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provision of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference Certification from the Indian Preference Office.
For additional information, contact Willie Keenan at the CSKT Environmental Protection Division office (883-2888 ext. 7208 or Willie.Keenan@cskt.org) Bids must be received by November 18, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. at the NRD office located at 301 Main Street, Polson, Montana 59860.

TRIBAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
(TCSEP) CASEWORKER/ INVESTIGATOR
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
    The successful applicant must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Political Science, or related fields OR 4 years of experience in working with the Public and low income individuals. A minimum of 3 years of experience in implementing federal regulations and program policy. 4 OR more years of computer operations. At least 2 years of data entry and accounting principles. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcript, a copy of current valid driver's license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran's preference, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted to the Tribal Personnel Department. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. 1043/1259 for an application. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org. The salary range is $17.99 to $20.83 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Monday, December 2nd , 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
    CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

COMMUNITY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE
(1 or more positions)
TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
    The successful applicant must possess a High School diploma or GED. Three years of training or experience in a medically related field and possess a current Montana driver's license. Individual must pass a background check, pre-hire drug screen and random drug screens while employed. All applicants must submit a Tribal application and copy of academic transcript/training certificate, proof of enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran's preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) months probationary period. Salary is $14.98 to $17.32. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. #1259. Tribal applications are also available online at cskt.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
    CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

FILL-IN COOK
1 OR MORE CONTRACT POSITIONS
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
    The successful applicant must possess less than a high school education; or up to one month related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Individual must pass a background check and be fingerprinted. As such, there can be no violent offenses nor offenses that are such that it interferes with the preparation, participation of the public and delivery of meals. If offenses are such that they discourage elders from coming to the Center, the individual will not be retained. It is noted that the "fingerprinting" does take time and often the cook begins work prior to the fingerprinting results being received. If the final results are derogatory, or will have a negative impact on the program, the contract for service will be terminated. A current driver's license and insurance. Current CPR and First Aid or the ability to obtain credential when training is provided. Must keep current on an annual basis. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, copy of academic transcript, a completed supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, copy of current valid driver's license, proof of insurance, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran's preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) months probationary period. Salary range is $11.43 per hour. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1043. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Monday, December 2nd, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
    CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

NATIONAL MONITORING CENTER SUPERVISOR
CONTRACT POSITION
NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
    The successful applicant must possess a Bachelor's Degree in a natural resource management field, business, information technology, engineering, geospatial information systems, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Possess computer skills and experience utilizing Microsoft File Explorer, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Adobe Reader, as well as proficiency with regular and frequent communication through e-mail and the Internet.
Experience in working and communicating with the public, or in an office working with other personnel where communicating information was important to that position.  At least five years of experience in supervision and training of other employees, especially within the Tribal organization. Must possess a valid Montana driver's license and be insurable under the Tribes' policy. Must wear Tribal Government identification and safety apparel as required. Must successfully complete defensive driving on-line course upon hire and every three years thereafter. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant academic transcripts and/or certificates, a copy of current valid driver's license and proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran's preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted.  This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy.  The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range $21.61 to $25.06 per hour, plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. #1043/1259. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, December 5th, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
    CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

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