Division: Administration – Human Resources

Salary: $29,640.00 – 66,976.00  13-1071 Status:  Full-time, Non-Exempt 

Deadline: Kentenhkó:wa/November 21, 2014

Description of Position:  Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Benefits Specialist is responsible for the benefit activities for approximately 630 tribal employees. The Human Resource Benefits Specialist assumes responsibility for developing, monitoring and ensuring that all benefit programs are operating within guidelines of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe policies and procedures, internal control standards and objectives.

Qualifications: Associates degree (A. A.) from two-year College or University in Human Resources, Public Administration, Employment Law, Accounting or related field and three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Strong oral and written communication skills required. Must have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office and experience with various databases.

Obtain complete job descriptions online at http://www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-358-2272. Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume and proof of native preference eligibility to: human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

DRUG TESTING POLICY: The successful applicant must pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

BACKGROUND CHECK: All positions require candidates to successfully pass background check(s) prior to employment. Some require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes.

FLEET POLICY: Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: A list of qualified candidates is created from interviews that may be used to appoint individuals to similar positions within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for a period of six months.