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Welcome
Thank you for reviewing our Career Opportunities Page. Here you will find an up-to-date listing of current employment opportunities within our government and it's subsidiaries. We do have a preferential hiring policy that grants qualified Native American candidates special consideration in our hiring process in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25 USC Section 472). Please do not let our policy prohibit your interest in applying for one of our open positions. Consideration will be given to applicants in the absence of a qualified Native American.
Human Resource Professionals - We are happy to assist you throughout the hiring process and throughout your career. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to one of us to assist. We look forward to meeting you.
Preferential Hiring:
Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472). Verification must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. Consideration will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Must submit to a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
Attach Resume to Application.
ADMINISTRATION
Government, Departments & ProgramsJob Summary:
The Director shall be responsible for providing technical oversight for management of the Tribe’s Buffalo and Land Management Programs. Will be responsible for all the FSST’s land leases between private individuals of the tribe.
Education & Qualifications:
- Oversee the feeding and veterinarian needs of the bison herd.
- Oversee the management and maintenance of all buildings and equipment associated with the bison herd.
- Maintain record keeping in regard to feeding, breeding, and veterinarian needs.
- Will be responsible for supervision and training of the Buffalo Program employees and shall make recommendations of the Executive Committee for improvement of the Buffalo Program and Land Management.
- May be required to perform additional duties outside the scope of work provided above including physical labor.
- Director shall not have authority to make any expenditure on behalf of the Buffalo Program without prior budget approval of the Executive Committee.
- Director shall have access to the Buffalo Program equipment to perform the duties required hereunder.
- Works closely with the Bureau of Indian Affairs identifying and acquiring funding sources for Land Management. Set priorities for the Tribe in terms of Tribal farming operations.
- Insure that the Tribe develops an ongoing toxic weed control program by working closely with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies.
- Insure that the Tribe develops appropriate erosion control programs. This may include, but not limited to, shelter belts in and around the Tribal farm.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent or one year work experience prior to hiring. Must have a valid driver’s license.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Health Center
The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal Health Center located in Flandreau, South Dakota is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join our Providers, including one Family Medicine Physician and three Nurse Practitioners. The new Tribal Health Center was built in 2017 and provides patients with full medical home model services including urgent care, imagining and onsite CT, full pharmacy, laboratory, case management, optical, dental, behavioral health and an experienced clinical team. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work with an experienced team and quality resources to serve and improve the health status of the Native American community.
JOB DETAILS:
- Mission driven organization offering a life style opportunity
- Employed position with the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe
- Outpatient care and medical home model
- High quality services and equipment
- Full-spectrum Family Medicine- 40% elderly population
- Monday-Thursday 8a-5pm and Fridays 8a-4:30pm
- Average 10-12 patients per day.
- Continuity of care- build long lasting relationships with IHS eligible patients and their families who live in the community.
- No weekends and no call
- Opportunity to expand scope to include medical care to long-term residents in the Tribe’s new 42-bed Care Center that opened in October 2022.
- Electronic Health Record (RPMS) is planned to be replaced in 2025.
PARAMETERS:
- Well trained, and familiar with ambulatory outpatient setting- chronic disease management (diabetes, heart disease, and chronic pain).
- Mission driven individual who truly values compassionate care
- Team oriented
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with Board Certification (or Board Eligible within 5 years) in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
COMMUNITY:
- #8 ranked happiest people due to lifestyle
- No state income tax
- Highly recommended places to live: Brookings (university town 20 miles northeast), Dell Rapids (nice residential community between Sioux Falls and Flandreau), and Sioux Falls (35 minutes)
COMPENSATION and Benefits:
- Market competitive salary and benefits.
Please apply on-line at fsst-nsn.gov and attach resume. For questions, please contact Lacey Rentschler, Clinic HR Manager at lacey.rentschler@ihs.gov or 605-573-4126, or Cynthia Jacobs CEO at Cynthia.Jacobs@ihs.gov or 605-997-2642.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Long Term Care
Job Summary
The primary purpose of Assistant Director of Nursing is to assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the overall operations of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with local, state and federal standards and regulations, established facility policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director, to provide appropriate care.
Education/Experience:
· Must currently hold an unencumbered RN license with the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
· Must have 5 years of experience working in a long-term care facility.
· 1 year of supervisory experience in a long-term care setting is preferred but not required.
· Current Wound Care Certification is preferred but not required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· All positions require a minimum of a criminal background check to a maximum of an adjudicated P.L. 101-630 character and a criminal background check.
· Must pass a drug/alcohol pre-employment drug test.
· Maintain Valid South Dakota Driver’s License.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
· Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
· Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
· May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., more than fifty (50) pounds.
Flandreau Santee Sioux Care Center
Human Resource Manager
Health Services Division
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Care Center Administrator, this position is responsible for the day-to-day HR functions for the long-term care center. Responsible for recruitment, staffing and placement process. Perform payroll management duties; managers the performance appraisal system. Works with Administrator to maintain compensation plan. Assist and mentor supervisors with employee relations. Advises with the interpretation of HR policy, rules, regulations and procedures. Nurtures a positive working environment.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in management or human resources plus four (4-6) years relevant experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree. Any combination of related education and/or related experience will be considered if the candidate possesses the demonstrated ability. SHRM certification in human resources a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must submit to and pass pre-employment alcohol and drug testing.
- Must submit and pass Public Law 101-630 background check.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
Please apply on-line at fsst-nsn.gov and attach resume. For questions, please contact Lacey Rentschler, Clinic HR Manager at lacey.rentschler@ihs.gov or 605-573-4126
LPN nurse is to provide direct nursing care to the residents, and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services or Nurse Supervisor to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Education
Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
Specific Requirements
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Must be able to pass a required minimum of a criminal background check to a maximum of an adjudicated P.L. 101-630 character and criminal background check.
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Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LPN/LVN in this state.
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Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
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Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
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Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
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Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
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Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
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Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
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Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
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Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
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Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
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Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.