Job Title:
Environmental Protection Officer
Description:
Within the Environmental Protection Office
Under the direct supervision of the EPO Director, this person Studies environmental needs to help enforce regulations that safeguard the environment of the Cocopah Nation.
Qualifications:
- High School graduate, GED, prefer some college (math/science a plus)
- Strong grammatical skills
- Basic Organizational skills
- Ability to read and interpret maps
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Job Title:
Tribal Comptroller
Description:
Within the Finance Department
Under the guidance of the Tribal Administrator and the supervision of the Tribal Council, the incumbent will oversee the Finance Department of the Administrative Offices of the Cocopah Tribe and tribal businesses.
Qualifications:
- MBA with a minimum of two years accounting experience or combination of education and experience
- Able to obtain State Gaming Certification
- Excellent written and oral communication skills required
- Must be a High School Graduate or GED required
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Job Title:
F/T P/T Dispatchers
Description:
Within the Tribal Police Department
The Dispatcher/Clerk shall be under the general supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor and overall supervision of the Chief of Police.
The incumbent gathers, researches, and types material for the statistical reports, weekly reports, disposition reports.
Also in charge of radio communications for the patrol officers on duty.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Dispatch experience preferred
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Job Title:
Museum Gift Shop Manager
Description:
Within the Cocopah Museum
Under the direct supervision of the Museum Director, this person is responsible for management and daily operations of the Museum/Tribal gift shop.
This is a supervisory position.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Experience in bookkeeping
- Supervisory experience
- Valid Arizona Drivers License
- Must have reliable transportation
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Job Title:
Social Service Worker
Description:
Within the Cocopah Social Service Department
Under the supervision of the Social Services Director, this person teaches clients techniques to improve their family situations and provides motivation through practical learning experience.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and have a safe driving record
- Must possess, in addition to a high school diploma, two years of college level studies
- Must have 4 years of counseling with families, group counseling, and teaching family life skills
- Should have at least 2 years professional family and group counseling experience
- Must have some training in parenting skills, family therapy skills, communications and childhood development
- Must be able to meet the Tribal Motor vehicle insurance requirements
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Job Title:
Full Time & Part Time Sales Clerks
Description:
Various Departments
Provides customer service to patrons.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Experience in retail sale preferred
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Job Title:
Middle School Counselor
Description:
Within Education Department
Under the direction of the Education Director, facilitates the educational progress of all public school age Cocopah students.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Certificate or specialized training in counseling or mental health work or combination of work and education
- Current, valid Arizona Driver’s License
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Job Title:
Cocopah Bend RV & Golf Resort Manager
Description:
Within Cocopah Bend RV & Golf Resort
The Resort manager will be the on site person responsible for the day by day operations and management of the resort. This position requires overseeing all functions of the park and direct supervision of all department managers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors in Business Administration
- Four (4) years experience as a manager of a RV Resort of comparable size and scope
- Experience in coordinating, scheduling, planning, prioritizing multiple projects in a limited time frame
- Experience in community and public relations with extensive public contact and customer service experience
- Class A or B golf course superintendent’s certification would be helpful
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Job Title:
Police Officer
Description:
Within Cocopah Tribal Police Department
The primary function of the incumbent of this position is to investigate, apprehend, arrest and detain all persons charged with violations of the Cocopah Law and Order Code, Tribal Ordinance, State and Federal Statutes, applicable
Qualifications:
- Must be AZ Post Certified
- High School graduate or G.E.D.
- Completion of Police Science
- Must be able to meet age, height, and weight standards
- Must be able to pass current physical test standards
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Job Title:
Environmental Protection Office Director
Description:
Within the EPO Department
Plan, administer, and coordinate all environmental protection programs for the Cocopah Tribe. Perform complex research, including legal research, and program development in environmental areas. Study environmental needs to establish and enforce regulations that safeguard the environment of the Cocopah Tribe. Performs related duties as assigned or required. Reports to the Tribal Administrator.
Qualifications:
- Graduate degree in science, environmental law or engineering from an accredited college or university OR equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of budget and program development process
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Valid Arizona driver’s license
- Must be able to travel and work varied hours
- Must be a High School Graduate or GED required
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Job Title:
High School Tutor
Description:
Within the Education Department
Under the direction of the Education Director, this position is responsible for the tutoring/counseling of all Cocopah children of High School age.
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
- An AA + 2 years experience preferred or combination of education and experience
- Must be at least 21 years of age in order to meet Tribal insurance requirements
- Current, valid Arizona driver’s license
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Job Title:
Tribal Judge
Description:
Within the Judicial Department
The Tribal Judge shall officiate in all proceedings before the Tribal Court and is responsible for managing & coordinating the Judicial Services Program and staff.
Qualifications:
- Five years experience in Criminal Justice
- BA in Criminal Justice, Social Science or Business related field preferred
- High School Diploma or GED is required
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Job Title:
Planning Assistant
Description:
Within the Tribal Planning Department
Compiles technical and general data, reports and maps for use by Tribal Resources Planner in developing land-use and economic development decisions, maintains daily and long-term calendars, schedules appointments and maintains a daily log of activities
Qualifications:
- Must possess a high school diploma or a GED
- Associates Degree (AA) from a program with emphasis on planning, environmental science, business or agriculture and/or six months experience in an engineering field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
JOB APPLICATION:
Click here to fill out an online Job Application. You may email your completed application to the Human Resources Department Director at hrdirec@cocopah.com. (NOTE: You must complete your application and save it to your computer as a Word document. Attach your saved application to a new email and send it to the Human Resources Department Director to the email address listed above.)
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. Once I have turned in my application, what is the review process?
Once applications have been reviewed, the Human Resources Department will invite selected applicants to an interview panel. The panel will comprise at least one tribal member and the appropriate department director.
The Cocopah Tribal Council will then receive the interview panel’s reviews of the applicants during its monthly regular council meeting, and based upon the recommendations of the panel, the Tribal Council will make the final decision.
The chosen candidate will then be notified. The hiring process can take approximately one month.
2. When is the best time to reach the Human Resources Department?
You can reach the department Monday through Friday
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
3. I am interested in an open position at the Cocopah Casino. Where do I apply?
You may download an application from the Cocopah Casino website or pick up an application in person at the casino. Once applications have been reviewed, the Human Resources Department will invite selected applicants to an interview panel, where at least one tribal member and the appropriate department director will be present.
The Cocopah Tribal Council will then receive the interview panel’s reviews of the applicants during its monthly regular council meeting, and based upon the recommendations of the panel, the Tribal Council will make the final decision.
4. What are the Native American and current employee employment preference policies?
In accordance with applicable law, if two applicants are equally qualified for a position, the candidate who is a tribal member or Native American will be given preference. The Cocopah tribe works to enhance its resources, to improve the local economy and to improve the standards of living for tribal members.
Current employee employment preference states that if a current employee and a second applicant both apply for the same position and are equally qualified, the current employee will be awarded additional points by the interview panel.
5. I am interested in an open position, and it says the position is “at will”; what does that mean?
“At will” means that at any time, you or the Tribal Administration is free to terminate your employment with or without prior notice.
6. If I am hired for a position with the Cocopah Indian Tribe, will I be offered benefits?
After a 120-day training period, you will be eligible for life, medical, dental and prescription benefits if you are a full-time employee.
7. Where do I turn in my completed application?
You may mail in your application to the address located on first page of the application. You may also fax your application to Human Resources Director Pansy Arnold at (928) 627-4895.
