Canku Ota

(Many Paths)

An Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America

June 28, 2003 - Issue 90

Opportunities - Page Four

Here you will find listings of:

• Positions Available - including Fellowships and Internships;
• Scholarship, Award and Grant Information; and
• Event Announcements.

We receive these announcements from various sources including Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP) and NativeShare

To view additional listing from previous issues, click here

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

AmeriCorps Position Openings, Minneapolis
10 Full-Time Positions Beginning September, 2003

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is a 31-year-old Twin Cities non-profit organization that assists lower income individuals and families to work toward self-sufficiency by providing jobs, housing and training. AmeriCorps is a national service program that engages persons over 17 years old in a year of national service in their communities. It is similar to the overseas Peace Corps Program. This year, over 50,000 AmeriCorps Members are working in communities around the United States.

Openings:
Kids Clubs Organizer (6)
Homeowner Assistance (1)
Multifamily Housing Repairs (2)
Community Developer and Resident Education (1)

Minimum Requirements:
Age 18 or older with a High School Diploma, G.E.D. or working on G.E.D. Valid Minnesota Drivers' License and good driving record within the last 3 years. Ability to work with people of diverse cultural backgrounds and income levels. Good basic communication skills (written and oral) and basic math skills.

Driving record and background checks will be required.

Compensation: The AmeriCorps Living Allowance for 1700 hours of service is $9,900. A $4,725 education award, upon satisfactory completion of 1700 hours of service, can be used for past student loans or future education. Student loan payments deferred during the year of service. Health care insurance provided. Transportation reimbursement and childcare reimbursement are available.

Position Status: Full-time, 11-12 months (1,700 hours of national service), starting September 2003. For more information and job descriptions contact:

Jim Fournier
Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
2516 Chicago Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
612.874.3262

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Director, Center for Indian Education, Arizona State University (deadline extended beyond March 31, 2003)

The Center for Indian Education is an interdisciplinary research and service organization housed in the College of Education at Arizona State University. The purpose of the Center is to serve as the major research and resource center in the field of American Indian Education and related fields, and to provide various services to Indian communities of the Southwest. For additional information, refer to the Center's website at http://coe.asu.edu/cie/.

The successful candidate would provide the leadership necessary to plan, implement, advance, disseminate, and evaluate the research and service functions of the Center. Identify and seek sources of external support for the Center to conduct these activities. Allocate and supervise the use of resources, including budget and personnel.

Work with College and University personnel to develop interdisciplinary academic programs and research activities enhancing community based Indian education, particularly in teacher preparation and administration, and language and cultural maintenance and revitalization. Extend the Center's outreach to further the research and development activities in collaboration with schools and community agencies serving Native populations. Appointment is at the rank of associate or full professor.

Qualifications required are evidence of: an understanding and a commitment to advancing Indian education appropriate to rank; a distinguished record of research and scholarly productivity in Indian education; successful work with Native communities and schools serving Native populations; and experience working with staff, faculty, students, administrators, and members of tribal, state, and government agencies. Must have an earned doctorate in education or related field.

Desired qualifications include: administrative experience in coordinating and budgeting similar units; evidence of success in funding proposal writing and development, and in the development of interdisciplinary academic and research programs; demonstrated record of successful teaching related to Indian education.

To apply: candidates must send a letter of application specifying the position to which they are applying; a current vita; complete names, addresses, and telephone numbers of (5) five professional references.

All application materials must be sent to: Director of Indian Education Search, attn: Dr. Terrence Wiley, Division Director, College of Education, Arizona State University, Box 872411, Tempe, AZ 85287-2411; or faxed to (480) 965-1880.

Questions or nominations of qualified candidates may be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Terrence Wiley, at: twiley@asu.edu. Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Excellence through Diversity. More information about the College can be found on our website at http://coe.asu.edu. This Job announcement is also available in PDF format at http://coe.asu.edu/cie/

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Full Time Lecturer, College of Education Indigenous Teacher Program,
Arizona State University

The Division of Curriculum and Instruction seeks a full time lecturer to work in the College of Education Indigenous Teacher Program. Job responsibilities will include the academic coordination of the program including course scheduling, instructor hires, student and instructor evaluations, mentoring students, establishing and maintaining field sites, facilitating communication with site administrators, students and campus personnel, and teaching methods courses in the program. This is intended to be a continuing position with a three (3) appointment to be renewed annually. The initial funding is from a federal grant through Spring 2004.
Continuation is dependent upon funding. The program includes six (6) week supplemental summer components.

Qualifications Required
Earned masters degree in education or related field, 3 years k-12 teaching experience, knowledge of American Indian culture, established record of working successfully with American Indian populations. Desired Experience as a teacher educator or mentor. Administrative experience and/or experience as a coordinator of programs.

Application Procedure
Candidates must send a letter of application specifying the position to which they are applying, a one-page personal statement outlining their qualifications for the position, and a current and complete vita, and the complete names, addresses and telephone numbers of (4) references. All applications must be sent to ITP Lecture Search, Arizona State University, College of Education, Curriculum and instruction, P.O. Box 871011, Tempe, AZ 85287-1011. Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action. Position open until filled.

This Job announcement is also available in MS Word format at http://coe.asu.edu/cie/

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Coordinator of Diversity Programs, Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is looking for two dynamic professionals to join the Division of Student Life and Diversity.

Applications are currently being accepted for: Coordinator of Diversity Programs (position # 00009967)
Applications must be submitted to: http://www.hra.iupui.edu/

Frank E. Ross, Assistant Director
Student Life and Diversity Programs
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
815 West Michigan Street, Suite 002
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
(317) 274-3931 phone
(317) 274-7099 fax

CURRENT TITLE: Coordinator of Diversity Programs
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Life & Diversity Programs
DEPT./CAMPUS: Student Life & Diversity Programs/IUPUI

SUMMARY: Develop and coordinate departmental and campus-wide diversity program initiatives. Advise, assist and support student organizations in planning, developing, implementing, supervising and assessing programs and events. Design and implement co-and extra- curricular learning experiences for IUPUI students. This programming is intended to cultivate a sense of student connection to the campus and to each other, cultivate leadership, promote diversity as a value, and enhance personal and professional growth for students, student organizations, and the University community.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree plus two years experience in higher education, college student personnel or related field required. Experience in teaching/ training related to diversity and social justice education, and experience with program planning and advising student organizations preferred. Fluency in Spanish is encouraged. Applications must be submitted to: http://www.hra.iupui.edu/

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Assistant Dean of First-Year Students, Dartmouth College

Dear Colleagues:
Dartmouth College is currently searching for two Assistant Deans of First-Year Students and would appreciate your assistance in identifying qualified candidates. The Dean of First-Year Students, in concert with the three assistant deans, is responsible for the successful transition and well-being of all first-year students. The office organizes and administers advising, first-year seminars, orientation, living-learning programs, an integrated academic support program, a summer research program and family orientation. The deans also serve as judicial hearing officers for the College. The position description follows.

Assistant Dean of First-Year Students
Resumes are being accepted for two positions, one full-time and one half-time, requiring generalists to share responsibility for implementing programs and policies that facilitate the transition of first-year students to college. The deans are responsible for individual counseling of students on academic and personal matters, advising students on academic requirements and ensuring that students uphold the Standards of Conduct.

The full-time assistant dean will also assume responsibility for one or more programmatic initiatives in the First-Year Office such as: First-Year Orientation, the Integrated Academic Support Program and/or the First-Year Residential Experience program. The half-time dean will be responsible for the East Wheelock Cluster, a living-learning community housing first-year and upperclass students. The successful candidates must be sensitive to the academic, social and emotional challenges of adapting to a highly competitive academic environment. The positions require tactful, supportive and confidential communication with students, parents, faculty and administrators.

Highly preferred qualifications include a doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D) or a Master's Degree and five years' relevant experience in academic administration. Must have strong interpersonal, organizational, counseling and communication skills; sensitivity to and understanding of the needs and concerns of a diverse student population is essential. Experience in a liberal arts college setting is desirable.

Positions are available on July 1, 2003.

Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three references to:

Mary Liscinsky
Chair of the Assistant Dean of First-Year Students Search Committee
Dartmouth College 6003 Parkhurst Hall Hanover, New Hampshire 03755- 3529

In the letter of application, please indicate which position you are interested in or if you would like to be considered as a candidate for both. Review of applications ongoing.

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Native American Mental Health Counselors, Puyallup Tribal Health Authority
Tacoma, WA Mental health Counselors
Puyallup Tribal Health Authority

PTHA is recruiting qualified Native American Mental Health Counselors to care for clients in a culturally appropriate manner. PTHA is a JCAHO accredited health care organization in Tacoma, WA. Must have MSW, MFT, or MA in counseling, five yrs exp. in Behavioral Health, current WA state counselors license or license eligible required. Search the web under:

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority
2209 E 32nd St Tacoma, WA 98404

To apply call: 253-593-0232 x 516
Fax: 253-593-3479
Email: HR@PTHA.IHS.GOV

06/28/03

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Half-time Art Faculty (Photography)
Math Specialist/Learning Services Coordinator

Pikes Peak Community College is a two-year, multi-campus, fully accredited institution of higher education offering a broad program in transfer, career and technical, and preparatory subjects, with a focus on individual student success and community needs.

If you are interested in living in a beautiful, vibrant community and working with a progressive employer dedicated to student success where you can make a difference, please take the first step to future success and apply. You will be glad you did!

In order to apply, interested candidates must do so on-line at www.ppcc.edu (click on "Campus Services" to access our Employment Center).

06/28/03

EPA POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

You may access the announcements on EPA Region 9's Employment website at http://www.epa.gov/region09/careers/index.html or click on careers from the Region 9 home page. The Human Resources Office continuously accepts applications from Persons with Disabilities. For more information, please contact Robin Cooper at (415) 972-3830.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
1. The Human Resources Office continually accepts applications from Outstanding Scholar candidates for Environmental Protection Specialist, GS-028-7. Candidates must have an undergraduate degree with at least an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.45 or above or graduated in the top 10%. College transcripts and Race and National Origin forms are requested. For more information, please contact Robin Cooper at (415) 972-3830.

2. The Human Resources Office is also recruiting for Student Clerical positions, GS-326-2/3/4. Applicants must be students at least ½ time, in good standing and type at least 40 wpm. For more information, please contact Robin Cooper at (415) 972-3830.

06/28/03

NARF

NARF is a non-profit national Indian law firm that provides legal representation to American Indian tribes through the United States. NARF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information abut the Native American Rights Fund, visit www.narf.org.

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