Turtle Island Tales Program Coordinator I

Turtle Island Tales Program Coordinator I

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Position Information
Announcement Number
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27026
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Working Title Turtle Island Tales Program Coordinator I
Brief Position Overview
Turtle Island Tales

is looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to provide program coordination and administrative support to the research team and students dedicated to supporting well-being for Native American families and communities.
Position Number
Position Number 4N0357
Department
Department American Indian Rural Health Equity
Division
Division Office of Research and Economic Development
Appointment Type
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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If other, specify End date
FLSA
FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation
Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE
FTE
FTE 0.5-1.0
Benefits Eligible
Salary Salary ranging from $18.36 to $22.50, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type
Contract Type Classified Hourly
If other, please specify
Recruitment Type
Recruitment Type Open
General Statement
Turtle Island Tales

functions within the Center for American Indian and Rural Health Equity ( CAIRHE ). CAIRHE is an official state of Montana research center designated by the Montana University System Board of Regents. CAIRHE’s mission is to reduce significant health disparities in Native and rural communities through community-based participatory research ( CBPR ) that is considerate of and consistent with their cultural beliefs. CAIRHE serves the people of Montana as a robust, interdisciplinary research center with strong engagement in communities across the state. In collaboration with partners across multiple states,

Turtle Island Tales

is an evidence-based obesity-prevention intervention that promotes wellbeing for Native American families with young children.
Duties and Responsibilities
Program Coordination:
Manage student research assistants
Training
Scheduling
Planning/coordinating/overseeing tasks
Pack kits
Ship kits
Manage/update shipping calendar for each community
Physically ship kits to partner communities
Manage physical storage
Manage and track inventory on Cloud management system
Assist with cost calculations
Understand and align with file management system

Financial and/or Fiscal Management:

Order program supplies
ChromeRiver/SmartBuy
Assist with completing Chrome River reports.
Assist with monthly budget reconciliation for HC2/Turtle Island Tales indexes.
Maintain notes on fiscal related tasks, timelines, and protocols. Lead monthly budget update during internal meetings when applicable.
Communications:

Attend staff meetings and meetings with community partners and collaborators; take notes during meetings in real-time on Cloud file management system
Assist with creating content for and managing social media and websites for programs, following web accessibility requirements and best practices.
Use professional communication skills to represent program in meetings over the phone, in person, or virtually.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Progressively responsible program coordination work experience with an emphasis on coordinating services and activities or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with purchasing, inventory management, costing, and other related budgeting principles.
Demonstrated experience organizing and prioritizing multiple work assignments, deadlines and exercising adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a positive, effective, and professional attitude.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of word processing (MS Word), spreadsheet (MS Excel) software, web-based communications, and social media.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Demonstrated experience coordinating services and activities and providing administrative support for an education/health related organization.
Demonstrated experience or interest in working with Native American communities.
The Successful Candidate Will

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various. constituencies, including students, administrators, co-workers, and faculty.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Attention to detail, to meeting deadlines, and to prioritizing competing demands.
Aptitude for problem solving and facilitating the work of others.
Good judgment and self-motivation.
Skill at prioritizing, organizing, and working on multiple projects.
Represent Turtle Island Tales, the Center for American Indian & Rural Health Equity, and MSU in a professional and courteous manner.
Enjoys improving processes and outcomes.
Organizes and enters data, interprets results, and prepares reports with accuracy.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funding.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire.)

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
Transporting items may be required when receiving and managing Turtle Island Tales program inventory.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?
This position has supervisory duties? Yes
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on

August 3, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions

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