Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe

Fallon Tribe Forensic Audit RFP

Treasurer — Thu, 10 May 2012 21:59:57 +0000

The Fallon Business Council is requesting Proposals for Professional Auditing Services for a FORENSIC AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL RECORDS of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe for the calendar years CY2005-2011 (January 1st – December 31st). Please contact Jon Pishion, Treasurer (fbctreasurer@fpst.org), or Lynn Castro, Comptroller (lynn.castro@fpst.org), both at (775) 423-6075 with any questions or to receive an RFP specification package. The package is also available for download at the bottom of this post.

Responses are due by 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 15, 2012, either mailed or delivered to the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe, 565 Rio Vista Drive, Fallon, NV 89406, ATTN: Jon Pishion, Treasurer. Proposals received after that time and date shall be rejected.

In accordance with 25 CFR and Tribal TERO Ordinance, Indian Preference will be afforded to qualified Native American applicants/firms. The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe reserves the right to accept and or refuse any and/or all responses.

To download the RFP, click this link: rfp-forensic-audit-professional-services1

Grant Writer

Editor — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:35:19 +0000

The Grant Writer will work under the supervision of the Tribal Administrator to develop grant-funding resources and network to prepare public and private grant assistance and/or contract application proposals for submittal to various funding sources to enhance the community, economic, and social development resources of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe. Must have a Bachelor of Arts degree in business or public administration, community planning and three (3) years experience in grant writing or similar endeavor; OR a combination of education, training, and experience in Tribal government, as well as contract and grant writing, and/or community development proposals totaling seven (7) years. Must pass a background check, pass pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing. Must have a valid Nevada driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance program. Preference given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $17.55-$26.36/hr. Open till filled.

Tribal Administrator

Editor — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:11:50 +0000

The Tribal Administrator is responsible for the daily operations of assigned Tribal departments and programs, including all contracts and grants services, as directed by the authority of the Fallon Business Council and under day-to-day supervision of the Tribal Chairman. The Tribal Administrator works under direction of the Chairman to carry out goals and objectives of the Council, which governs the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe. The Tribal Administrator performs his/her duties and responsiblities in recognition that the Fallon Business Council is the final authority for the Tribe and works within their direction and guidance, as well as in compliance with Tribal laws and Tribal policies. He/She has the overall responsibility of overseeing all Tribal departments and programs. Must have a Bachelor degree in Business or Public Administration or a related degree with four (4) years of successful work experience as an administrator or in a position of equal responsiblity; OR Associate degree in Business or Public Administration or a related degree with six (6) years of successful work experience as an administrator or in a position of equal responsibility; OR a minimum of eight (8) years in an administrator level capacity and/or combination of education, training, and experience in community development , business management, supervision, and administration. Must pass a background check and pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing. Must have a valid Nevada driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance program. Preference given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $21.33-$32.03/hr. Open till filled.

Tribal Chairman Assistant

Editor — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:06:11 +0000

Assistant will be under the direct supervision of the Tribal Chairman. Assistant will provide clerical support to the Chairman, coordination of activities, meetings, purchase and payment requisitions and general office management. Must have a high school diploma or preferred Associates degree or other experience. Must have a valid Nevada driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance program. Must pass drug and background check. Preference given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $11.88-$17.84/hr. Open till filled.

Tribal Resource Manager

Editor — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:14:13 +0000

Tribal Resource Manager is responsible for coordinating the management of Tribal Lands, Natural Resources and related operations including tribal land and water leases, repairing and tracking equipment, office management, maintaining records of land, water, equipment, roads and transportation, automotive services and implementation of tracking work orders. This position is a working director, performs administrative and management function, as well as performing farm work, as needed or directed. Must have demonstrated ability to operate farm machinery. Must have a High School diploma or GED, must have AA in business or related field and two (2) years of related experience or four (4) years experience and/or knowledge of FPST procedures for land and water use (leases and transfers), irrigation, grazing, processing work requisitions, general maintenance (concrete work and carpentry experience), equipment inventory, registration, budgeting and purchasing. Candidate must have a CDL or obtain a CDL within one (1) year of employment, know how to operate a variety of heavy equipment and be able to acquire additional certifications as necessary for the position. Must pass drug and background check, possess a valid Nevada Driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy. Preference will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $14.44-$21.68/hr DOE. Open till filled.

Domestic Violence Investigator

Editor — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 05:50:30 +0000

Candidates require a current and active Category 1 NV Post or Federal Academy certification. At least two (2) years Law Enforcement experience, possess a valid NV Driver’s License ( or can obtain one ). Under the supervision of the Chief of Police performs detailed investigations for Domestic Violence incidents and regular police patrol duties. Prefer AA degree or thirty (30) accredited college hours in in criminal justice or a related area, and/or any combination of education and experience that meets the knowledge, skills, abilities, physical requirements and characteristics desired. The candidate must be able to pass an extensive and comprehensive background investigation, previous investigation experience desired. Preference shall be given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $18 - $21/hr. Closes Friday April 13, 2012 @ 5:00 PM

Chief of Police

Editor — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:54:00 +0000

The Chief of Police is responsible for the proper and efficient enforcement of all laws and ordinances and regulations of the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe, directs the daily operations of the Department of Law Enforcement. Performs administrative duties including budgeting, writing reports, utilizing corresponding data, administrative investigations and investigation of citizen complaints. Serves as the Public Safety liaison between Law Enforcement, the reservation communities, county, state and federal agencies.

Requires: BIA or NV Post Category 1 certificate; High School Graduate or equivalent (GED). BA degree in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement and three (3) years of law enforcement experience, including two (2) years in Indian Country. Minimum three (3) years supervisory experience required. May consider similar combination of education and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities. Must possess a valid Nevada Drive’s License and be eligible for Tribal vehicle insurance with a verified safe driving record. Preference shall be given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $22.94 - $25.10/hr. Open till filled.

Law Enforcement Secretary

FPST Employee Resource — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:55:47 +0000

Provides a wide range of administrative support to law enforcement personnel, such as: schedule appointments, answer phones, greet & direct visitors, maintain filing system, coordinate travel arrangements, create correspondence, transcribe meeting minutes, conduct research and compile reports. Requires AA degree or equivalent, plus 6 months related work experience, or a combination thereof; word processing and computer skills; ability to perform in stressful situations. This position is a law enforcement sensitive position. Pays $10.26-$12.16. Open till filled.

Applicants must have valid NV driver’s license, be insurable under Tribal vehicle policy, and pass drug & background checks. Preference given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR 273.45.

Education Director

Editor — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:53:31 +0000

This is an interim position for one (1) to twelve (12) months (pending on the outcome of an administrative action) with no benefits. This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the Tribal education program activities to provide academic, recreation and cultural activities to meet the academic needs of the Fallon Tribal community. Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in education, social services or related field and have a minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience. Must have a valid Nevada Driver’s license. Preference shall be given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $17.55 - $26.36. Open till filled

HR Assistant

Editor — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:51:56 +0000

This position is an integral part of the Human Resource function and assists the HR Manager in providing a wide variety of HR services to employees and management. The position works with personal and private information and records requiring complete confidentiality. High School diploma and four (4) years of experience as an assistant including a minimum of two (2) years in Human Resources (HR) or Personnel Management; or an A.A. in business or a related field with an emphasis in HR or personnel and two (2) years experience as an assistant or in HR. Must have a valid Nevada Driver’s license and be approved by the Tribal vehicle insurance program. Preference shall be given to qualified Indian and Tribal applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $10.78 - $16.18/hr. Open till filled.