Director of Mashantucket Employment Rights Office (MERO) Job at Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Mashantucket, CT

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  • Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
  • Mashantucket, CT

Job Description

Under the direction of the Tribal Council, and subject to the provisions of 31 M.P.T.L. ch. 2, the incumbent oversees and directs the day-to-day functions of the Mashantucket Employment Rights Office (MERO), an agency of the Tribe charged with carrying out all tasks assigned to it by Tribal law related to the regulation of employment on the Reservation. Administers and enforces laws and programs within the MERO’s jurisdiction. Prepares annual budgets and supervises expenditures pursuant to each Tribal Council approved budget. Assists in developing laws and amendments to existing laws. Must be licensed to practice law and be in good standing in the state of Connecticut and have practiced in labor and employment law for a minimum of 10 years. Alternatively, must possess a Juris Doctor or a master’s degree and have a minimum of 10 years of experience in government regulation, employment or administration. Must have familiarity with or experience in tribal employment rights or equivalent type of experience. Admission to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court is required within 60 days of hire. A valid motor vehicle driver’s license is required. Must demonstrate excellent communication, project planning, organization and leadership skills. Must be of the highest ethical and moral character. Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy and handle confidential and sensitive matters is essential.

Although we have designated this position as a "key" position pursuant to the Tribal and Native American Preference Law, we encourage qualified Tribal members and other preference eligible individuals to apply.

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