Muscogee

DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the position is to facilitate external and internal communications on behalf of the Muscogee Creek Nation Health System and to serve as liaison between the Health System and external entities as appropriate. The Health System provides comprehensive health care services to Native Americans living within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation through the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Community Hospital (CNCH) and five (5) ambulatory health centers in Eufaula, Okemah, Okmulgee, Sapulpa and Coweta. The Health System also maintains eight (8) Field Health operations consisting of the Behavioral Health System (BHS); Contract Health Services (CHS); Vocational Health Services; Community Health Representative (CHR); the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP); the Women’s, Infants and Children (WIC) Programs, the Tobacco Prevention Program ; and the Diabetes Prevention Programs.

A Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Finance, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related area of study is preferred, An Associates is required. A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience is preferred. An equivalent amount of experience may be substituted for the educational requirement. Must possess valid State of Oklahoma Drivers License and be insurable.

EVALUATION METHODS: Applicants who meet the requirements described above will be evaluated to determine the extent to which they possess or have the potential to acquire knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics, (KSAP's) required of this position. Applicants should address the following KSAP's on a separate attachment to their application.

1. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with Management Level Staff and other staff.

2. Ability to utilize a personal computer and its applications in a Windows environment.

3. Ability to proofread typed material for contextual, grammatical and spelling errors.

4. Ability to accomplish numerous tasks and complete projects under rigid time constraints and deadlines.

5. Ability and skill to plan, develop and implement a Public Relations/Marketing program designed to heighten public awareness, placing the organization in a positive light within the community.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit a current Health System employment application form or resume, (a transfer request form for current employees). The KSAP’s as outlined in the Evaluation Methods section should be addressed, but are not required. All application materials are to be submitted to the attention of the Staffing Coordinator. For further information call Personnel Services at (918) 756-4333 Ext. 271. The Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, however, Indian Preference will be applied.

Vacancy Announcement #: CN 07-154	Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position: Communications Coordinator - Lackey Hall	Starting Salary: Negotiable