Human Resources Department


Human resources Department COntact

Kayla Gomes, Benefits Coordinator
Kayla.Gomes@mwtribe-nsn.gov or 508.477.0208 ext. 145


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Law Enforcement Officer

Job Title: Law Enforcement Officer (Category: Essential Employee)
Location:
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Properties and jurisdiction
Reports To:
Wampanoag Police Department - Chief of Police or designee
Department:
Wampanoag Police Department - Law Enforcement Division
Status:
Full-time (40 Hrs) with benefits
Salary/Pay:
$33.65 per hour
Closing Date: Applications must be in by 05/02/25 – PT Test 05/03/25 (rain date 05/04/25)

Summary:

Definition: Position Purpose

Maintains safe and secure environment for tribal members, employees, and visitors by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel. Responsible for the protection of all tribal assets. Incumbent is responsible for performing law enforcement duties in the protection and safeguarding of life and property, preservation of peace, the prevention of crime, including investigation, apprehension, detention, and arrest of persons within Indian Country and jurisdictions in compliance with tribal, federal, and state laws and perform related work as required.

 

Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location:
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
Department:
TERO
Reports To:
TERO Director
Status: 
Exempt
Pay Scale:
27.00 Hour
Hours:
 21 hours per week
Term: 
One year with possible renewal

DESCRIPTION:  The person securing this position will assume administrative assistant duties to both the Broadband Project and the TERO Department and maintain compliance under Title VII as well as Broadband compliance in reporting and monitoring expenditure with contracted contractors. This Administrative Assistant will learn compliance laws established by the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribes TERO Office, EEOC and other relevant Federal laws.

 

Neekun (Summer) Camp Lead Counselor

Job Title: Neekun (Summer) Camp Lead Counselor
Location: Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community & Government Center
Reports to: Education Director/Day-to-day supervision by Indian Education Coordinator
Department: Education
Status:
4-week Summer Program, 40 hours 4 weeks July 14 - August 8, 2025
Orientation July 9-11 2025
Salary: $30.00/hour (Short-term Contract)
Closing Date: May 21, 2025

Summary: The Neekun (summer) camp, a 4-week camp for 25 children ages 5-9, is seeking an energetic, responsible Lead Camp Counselor to provide a safe and memorable experience for young Native children. Duties include co-planning activities, teaming with camp counselors and Interns; overseeing safe and smooth transitions between activities, and facilitating individual student well-being. The ideal candidate possess a genuine passion for working with children; and be mindful of protocols. Applicants should be patient, fun-loving and confident in their ability to motivate children to learn new skills, share experiences, and interact well with others.

 

Neekun (Summer) Camp Counselor

Job Title: Neekun (Summer) Camp Counselor
Location: Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community & Government Center
Reports to: Education Director/Day-to-day supervision by Lead Camp Councilor and Indian Education Coordinator
Department: Education
Status:
4-week Summer Program, 40 hours 4 weeks July 14 - August 8, 2025
Orientation: July 9-11 2025
Salary: $25.00/hour
Closing Date: May 21, 2025

Summary: The Neekun (summer) camp, a 4-week camp for 25 children ages 5-9, is seeking an energetic, responsible Lead Camp Counselor to provide a safe and memorable experience for young Native children. Duties include co-planning activities, teaming with camp counselors and Interns; overseeing safe and smooth transitions between activities, and facilitating individual student well-being. The ideal candidate should possess a genuine passion for working with children; and be mindful of protocols. Applicants should be patient, fun-loving and confident in their ability to motivate children to learn new skills, share experiences, and interact with others.

 

Human Resources Director

Job Title: Human Resources Director
Location: Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe (MWT) — Business Offices
Reports To: Tribal Administrator
Department: Tribal Administration Status: Full-time, Exempt
Salary: $75,000 - $80,000/annually
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled

Summary: The Human Resources (HR) Director is responsible for the administration of human resources services, policies, procedures and programs. The Human Resources Director's primary responsibilities shall include but are not limited to: planning, organizing, directing and administering a comprehensive HR program for the MWT. This full-time management position works in concert with the Tribal Administrator and is responsible for the overall successful administration of the HR office of the MWT.

 

Housing Director

Job Title:  Housing Director
Location:  Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe (MWT) – Business Offices
Reports To:  Tribal Administrator
Department: Housing
Status:  Full-time Exempt
Salary Range: $73,054 - $80,000/per year
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled

Summary: The Mission of the Mashpee Wampanoag Housing Department is to provide safe, affordable housing to eligible tribal members, and other Native American Indians residing in the Tribes service area through programs delivering assistance and opportunities specific to the needs of Native American Indians and to assist in the elimination of homelessness.  The Housing Director is responsible for the overall planning, development and management of all housing programs and housing projects for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe.

 

Public Works Director

Job Title:  Public Works Director
Department: Public Works Department
Reports To: Tribal Administrator
Status: Full-time (Exempt)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: $70,980 - $90,000 Annually
Closing Date: Open until filled

Summary:  The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe is seeking a professional Public Works Director. The Public Works (PW) Director manages development and maintenance of the Tribe’s infrastructure assets and related services.  The Director performs high level managerial, administrative and engineering review. The Director is responsible for the Tribe’s Transportation program, as well. The PW Director is responsible for all personnel within the Department.

 

ICWA/CFS Caseworker

Job Title: ICWA/CFS Caseworker
Location: Mashpee Wampanoag Government and Community Building
Reports To: ICWA Director/CFS Manager
Status: Full-Time (35 hours per week plus benefits)
Salary Range: $28-32 per hour

Summary: The Caseworker provides assistance to Tribal families to improve their social and economic home environment; to protect children and their families so as to maximize the family’s well-being. Responsibilities will include assessing the families safety, abuse/neglect and to be aware of any signs of danger in the family; Assess the family strengthens and their weaknesses, along with the family’s capabilities. Must have a strong desire to help others. Advises and aids individuals and tribal families requiring assistance in compliance with Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Caseworker must be able to provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children.

 

Victim Services Program Advocate/Administrative Assistant

Job Title:  Victim Services Program Advocate/Administrative Assistant
Location:  Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe (MWT) – Business Offices
Reports To:  OVC Program Director
Department: Homeland Security
Status:  Full-time, Non-Exempt
Salary: $40,000-$45,000 yearly based on experience and grant funding
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled

JOB SUMMARY: This is a full-time position based on OVC grant funding. The Victim Services Advocate shall be responsible for day-to-day client services, including assessing needs of victims, advocating for victims, upkeep of client cases and victim safety planning. The Advocate will meet the basic needs of the victim (food, clothing, shelter, transportation, etc.), counseling and issuing referrals to outside agencies. Shall share in the coverage of a 24/7 hotline phone. Will coordinate with law enforcement as necessary. Participate in monthly awareness events and community outreach activities. Provides culturally appropriate services and engage in follow-ups. Advocate will have administrative duties during unneeded advocate hours. Administrate work can or will be many of the below assignments: keeping record of all expenditures’, and updating them on the financial spreadsheet, submit payment request through financial software, attend meetings and training by internal and external agencies and organizations as needed, order both office and program supplies, help set-up and organize events.     

 

ACADEMIC TUTORS NEEDED in Tribal Education Department

For: Native youth, Grades K-12

Attending: Falmouth, Barnstable, Wareham, Sandwich and New Bedford Schools  

In-person and Remote ¨  ALL SUBJECTS  ¨ After school

$30/hour  ¨  Resume; CORI Required

Need more information?
Contact:
Gertrude Hendricks, (774) 208-1455; Gertrude.hendricks@mwtribe-nsn.gov

 

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