Health Promotion Specialist

Division: Health Services, Let’s Get Healthy

Job Code: 39-9031

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Deadline: Seskéha/August 14, 2015

Description of Position: The primary role of the successful candidate is to provide direct physical activity services as part of the diabetes prevention and treatment programs within the Diabetes Grant for youth, adults and seniors. Physical activity services will encompass individual and group-based fitness classes, such as after-school/evening fitness instruction and health education.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED with at least one year of college/university completed. Two years experience in fitness-based activities. Must be in excellent physical health to effectively lead and conduct fitness services consistently, safely and energetically. Subject to Background policy.

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: [email protected] 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.