General Resources Events and Special Projects Coordinator

The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe is a federally recognized tribal government located in Snoqualmie, Washington. Dedicated to the well-being and cultural preservation of its members, the Tribe operates various community programs and services that enhance the quality of life for tribal members and the surrounding community. Among its many initiatives is the General Resources Department, which plays a critical role in coordinating community events, overseeing tribal resources, and supporting programs that honor cultural heritage and veterans' contributions. The Tribe maintains a commitment to community service, cultural respect, and the empowerment of its members through comprehensive programming and well-structured administrative support. This full-time position of General Resources Events and Special Projects Coordinator is central to the effective operation of the Tribe's community engagement efforts. Based in Snoqualmie, WA, this role requires a professional who can skillfully plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of community events and special projects under the General Resources Department umbrella. The events include significant tribal celebrations and ceremonies such as the Inter-Tribal Veterans Brunch, Tribal Christmas Party, Graduation Dinner, and other cultural and family events. Additionally, the role extends to overseeing operations at the Child Development Center through organizing visiting educator schedules, managing monthly curriculum meetings, and handling essential supply orders funded by grants. Reporting to the Administration Office on a weekly basis, the coordinator will increase their office presence during weeks leading to scheduled events, which average about ten annually. Weekend single-day commitments for these events are mandatory. The position involves both Level I and Level II responsibilities; at Level I, the focus is on directly coordinating events, assisting with clerical duties related to large projects, managing smaller special projects like shipment coordination, and monitoring tribal veteran programs including vehicle programs and external resource linkages. At Level II, responsibilities expand to include monitoring compliance with tribal and governmental regulations, assisting in departmental planning and policy development, managing contracts with external vendors, and conducting thorough analysis and reporting of event data and budgets. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations including tribal community members, veterans, and early childhood educators. They must possess problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A knowledge of Native cultures, history, and traditions is strongly preferred, along with the capacity to maintain confidentiality, tact, and discretion. This role involves collaboration with various tribal and external agencies to facilitate event success and program development. This position offers a starting hourly wage of $27.21, with compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits include competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for all regular full-time employees, a 401k retirement plan with employer matching, generous paid holidays including the period between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day, and paid time off with accrual based on years of service. Additional perks include childcare subsidies for children enrolled full-time in the Tribe’s Child Development Center, access to employee discounts at tribal enterprises like the Snoqualmie Casino and Salish Lodge & Spa, and third-party benefits including entertainment discounts and employee assistance programs. Work is primarily conducted in an office environment with a controlled atmosphere, and remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered according to tribal policy. The position requires a valid Washington State Driver's License, HIPAA certification within 30 days of employment, and successful completion of a background check and pre-employment substance screening. Preference in hiring is given to qualified enrolled members of federally recognized tribes as outlined in the Tribe's Hiring Preference Policy. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about event coordination, community service, and tribal cultural preservation.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year event coordination experience for Level I
• Two years event coordination or tribal program experience for Level II
• Valid Washington State Driver's License
• HIPAA certification within 30 days of employment
• Ability to pass background investigation
• Agreement to Tribe’s Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Policy
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work weekends and occasional travel up to 25 percent