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Tribal Liaison Specialist

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5-7 years relevant experience
  • Ability to obtain required customer clearance
  • Possess appropriate certifications as required by the contract

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates cultural competence in engaging Tribal stakeholders and communities
  • Facilitates stakeholder outreach, engagement, and partnerships
  • Supports the implementation of cohesive communications strategies
  • Creates and implements communications material that delivers consistent key messages

Key facts

  • Remote from: United States
  • Full time
  • Senior (5-10 years)
  • English

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Intercultural Competence
  • Coaching
  • Mentorship
  • Non-Verbal Communication

About the company

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. logo

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.

Holding Companies

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in several lines of business for both the federal government and commercial enterprises. Chickasaw Federal serves as the government contracting arm of Chickasaw Nation Industries, while our Filtration, Manufacturing, Network Services, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation lines of business serve commercial enterprises. With approximately 1,800 employees and operations in over 40 states, as well as 5+ OCONUS locations scattered throughout the Caribbean, European, African, and Pacific regions, CNI supports a diverse culture that offers innovative approaches and customer-centered proven solutions. When you perform business with us, you gain efficient and cost-effective solutions that help safeguard the environment, protect and secure key assets, and connect resources to needs. We are proud to support the economic development of the Chickasaw Nation and to contribute to the tribal mission of enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens through a multitude of programs and services such as education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care and community support programs. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryHolding Companies
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

The Communications Specialist III is responsible for assisting with writing and communication projects that support a cohesive federal communication strategy which includes workforce communications for civilians and military and external public affairs opportunities. Plans and implements communication strategies. 


Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.


As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.  

Must possess appropriate level of certifications for this position as required by the contract.    

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 


Demonstrates cultural competence in engaging Tribal stakeholders and communities.


Facilitates stakeholder outreach, engagement, and partnerships for the Initiative.


Organizes and conducts stakeholder workgroup meetings, both in person and virtually.


Summarizes discussions and recommendations from stakeholder meetings. Helps AHRQ staff understand Tribal priorities and needs.


Participates in reviewing and shaping the Tribal Healthcare Data, Research, and Quality Initiative Roadmap.


Coordinates with Tribal leaders, Urban Indian Organizations, and Tribal health programs.


Ensures robust interaction among participants and incorporates Tribal input into project planning.


Maintains Tribal data sovereignty and consults with Tribal Nations on all data initiatives.


Supports the implementation of cohesive communications strategies that span social media, media relations, email campaigns, and related communications strategies. 

Coaches and mentors other communications professionals on the team. 

Creates and implements communications material that delivers consistent key messages to target audiences through appropriate channels that are consistent with branding, messaging, and digital (social media) strategies. 

Engages with project stakeholders in written and oral communication effectively and professionally. Prepares quality client deliverables. 

Supports public engagements, inward-facing engagements (leading the planning and execution of Agency events), media relations, knowledge management, and preserving the agency’s history. 

Elevates the brand awareness through events, social media, and other communication channels.   

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five to seven (5-7) years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. 

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls.  

EOE including Disability/Vet


The estimated pay range for this role is $81,800 to $120,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.


CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
  • STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
  • Legal-Aid Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
  • Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).


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