Special Projects Officer *GRANT FUNDED* - SORNA

$45,205 - $45,205/Yr

Cherokee Nation - Tahlequah, OK

Full-time

Tahlequah, OK

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Special Projects Officer is responsible for analyzing operating procedures to devise the most efficient methods of accomplishing work within the organization. This role involves planning studies of work problems, gathering and organizing information, analyzing data, and preparing recommendations for new systems or procedures. The officer will also conduct operational effectiveness reviews and develop or update operational manuals.

Responsibilities

• Plans study of work problems and procedures such as organizational change, communications, information flow, inventory control, or cost analysis.
• Gathers and organizes information on problems or procedures including present operating procedures.
• Analyzes data gathered, develops information, and considers available solutions or alternate methods of proceeding.
• Organizes and documents findings of studies and prepares recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
• Confers with personnel concerned to assure smooth functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
• Installs new systems and trains personnel in applications.
• Conducts operational effectiveness reviews to ensure functional or project systems are applied and functioning as designed.
• Develops or updates functional or operational manuals outlining established methods of performing work in accordance with organizational policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in specified field of study or six years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in specified area as provided by the department.
• Knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report.

Nice-to-haves

• Thorough understanding of complex systems utilized for successful government operations.
• Ability to communicate strategic plans for implementation.