• Administrative Assistant

    Lac Vieux Desert Northern Waters Casino Resort (Watersmeet, MI)


    Administrative Assistant

     

    Watersmeet, Michigan

     

    Tribal Hourly

     

    POSITION : Administrative Assistant

     

    DEPARTMENT: LVD Cultural Preservation and Natural Resources Division

     

    SUPERVISOR: Director of Natural Resources

     

    EMPLOYMENT : Full-time

     

    SALARY/PAY RATE: $17.83-$18.92 (Grant Funded)

     

    POSTED: September 15, 2025 DEADLINE: September 29, 2025

    DESCRIPTION:

    The Administrative Assistant will provide essential support to the Natural Resources Department, assisting with daily operations, scheduling, data management, grant research, office coordination, and more. This role is critical for maintaining efficient administrative processes and supporting departmental goals.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Organize and manage documents and records (digital and physical)

    • Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence

    • Plan and coordinate travel for departmental staff

    • Perform data entry, analysis, and report preparation

    • Schedule, attend, and take minutes at meetings as assigned

    • Identify and assist with grant funding opportunities and reporting

    • Provide general administrative support to the LVD Cultural Preservation and Natural Resources Division.

    • Screen calls, draft communication, and manage departmental correspondence

    • Maintain calendars and coordinate meetings/events.

    • Assist with logistical planning for departmental events and fieldwork

    • Support internal coordination and communication within the department

    • Maintain and fulfill tribal records requests

    • Perform transcription, document preparation, and note-taking as needed

    • Ensure office equipment is maintained, and supplies are stocked

    • Assist with both indoor and outdoor natural resource activities as needed, including fieldwork to support both the Natural Resources and THPO departments.

    • Travel occasionally, including overnight stays if required

    • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Natural Resources

    Skills & Qualifications:

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + High school diploma or GED

    + At least 18 years of age

    + Reside within 50 miles of Lac Vieux Desert Reservation lands

    + Minimum two (2) years of administrative experience or equivalent education

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills

    + Ability to work independently and under pressure

    + Excellent organizational, professional, and interpersonal skills

    + Commitment to confidentiality and willingness to sign confidentiality agreement

    + Must hold a valid Michigan driver’s license

    + Ability and willingness to participate in occasional fieldwork (land/water)

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    •Associate’s degree or higher degree in a related field

    •Five (5) years of relevant experience

    •Working knowledge of:

     

    oLVD tribal codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures

     

    oTribal Council governance

     

    oMichigan’s relationship with the Lac Vieux Desert Band

     

    oU.S. government-to-government relations with the LVD Tribe

    oLVD tribal businesses and partnerships

    •Experience with office systems and process management

    •Two (2) years of experience in technical or science writing

    •One (1) year or more experience with quantitative/qualitative data management

    •Experience in natural resources, aquatic, and/or wildlife research

     

    Approved by Tribal Council: July 1, 2025

     

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of to pass a pre-employment drug screen and applicable background checks related to the position. Native American preference shall apply in accordance with Lac Vieux Desert Policy.

     

    This position requires all applicants to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), or resume to be considered by the Human Resources Department and Natural Resources Director.

    Application:

    Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Indians

     
     

    Watersmeet MI, 49969

     

    Email: [email protected]

     

    Website: https://lvd-nsn.gov/Content/Careers.cfm

     

    Phone: 906-358-4226 Ext. 7318

     

    Fax: 906-358-4913

    Our Company is Proud to Offer:

    + A fun, safe, fast paced work environment

    + Employee Meal Discounts

    + Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store

    + Golf Discounts

    + Paid Lunch

    + Paid Holidays

    + Paid Weekly

    + Access to training programs

    Great Benefits for Full Time Employees offered after 90 days of employment:

    + LVD Pays 80% of the cost of these benefits with only a 20% responsibility from the employee.

    + Health – Offering 14 different medical coverages.

    + Dental

    + Vision

    + Term Life Insurance Policy - $50,000

    + Short Term Disability

    + Retirement 401k with 3% contribution

    + Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

    + Paid Time Off

    + Family and Medical Leave

    + Maternity Leave

    + Bereavement leave

    + Jury Duty leave