Position Title: IRRC STEM Outreach Coordinator - Closes November 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Department: Intertribal Research & Resource Center (IRRC)
Reports Directly to: IRRC Director
Status: Exempt; Full-time
Salary: $50,000
Summary of Duties:
• Facilitate and co-develop trainings that are beneficial and relevant to tribal communities under the broad themes of the Intertribal Research and Resource Center by:
1. Coordinating logistics for meetings, conferences, and workshops.
2. Assisting in the development of professional training presentations, print materials, registration, fliers, posters, and agenda.
3. Assisting researchers to translate research science into community and K-12 programs.
4. Leading or assisting IRRC community program delivery.
5. Engaging community advisory groups to provide direction for IRRC programming.
6. Maintaining accurate records of community participants, conducting evaluation surveys, and producing reports related to community activities.
7. Establishing inventory of outreach materials, adding outreach materials, and staffing informational booths.
• Coordinate and advance the IRRC web gateway through collaborative content development with IRRC staff and faculty and regularly meetings with the college relations office and web developer.
• Prepare clear and measurable objectives for weekly and monthly tasks to achieve IRRC goals.
• General office management duties such as ordering and maintaining office and outreach supplies.
• Support the goals and objectives of the institution through:
1. Participating in college-sponsored professional development activities, college wide meetings and department/division/faculty meetings.
2. Participating in college leadership, governance, and operational activities.
3. Working collaboratively with colleagues, staff, and community members.
4. Complying with college policies, rules, and procedures.
5. Attending commencement activities.
6. Performing other duties as assigned.
7. Develop sustaining external partnerships with organizations, agencies, and the broader community.
8. Attending department seminar series.
• Plan for long-term program sustainability, including exploring external funding opportunities.
• Serve as IRRC representative on the Healthy Campus Committee
• Other duties, as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: • Student outreach interns.
Working Conditions:
- General office conditions and indoor/outdoor outreach booths.
- Normal working hours are from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM with one hour for the lunch break, Monday through Friday. Additional hours for preparation, meetings/presentations, or travel, as The IRRC and associated academic departments are housed in the Science & Technology Center and Skills Center, which provides office space and modern classrooms and labs.
Physical Demands:
• Lifting of up to 40 lbs. of materials for workshops. General office conditions are typical. Events may include frequent standing and walking. Occasional travel to regional tribal communities or conferences is required.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. A degree in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field is preferred.
• Two years of previous professional experience working with community and K-12 groups and engaging with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Documented experience working with regional American Indian Tribes and knowledge of culture and history.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently with minimal direct supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Required Documents:
- UTTC Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Copies of College Transcripts
- Valid Driver’s License (must submit a copy)
Opening Date: October 21, 2026
Closing Date: November 4, 2026 11:00 pm
Additional Information:
United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the civil rights act of 1964, as amended.
A conviction record will not necessarily be a bar from employment. This information will only be used for job-related purposes and only to the extent permitted by applicable law. Federal laws require that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, UTTC will verify the status of every individual offered employment with UTTC. UTTC will not sponsor work-related visas.
Applicants are responsible for providing proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe if Indian preference is claimed. Applicants are responsible for providing a copy of his/her United States Government Form DD214 or his/her honorable discharge certificate from any branch of the military service if veteran’s preference is claimed. Failure to provide proof will result in loss of Indian or veteran preference in employment.
Application and required documents can be completed and submitted online at https://uttc.edu/careers/, via email to jckillsplenty@uttc.edu, or mail to Human Resources Department, United Tribes Technical College, 3315 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504. Applications and Required Documents received after the closing date and time of a job posting will NOT be considered.
Upon selection, the applicant is responsible for obtaining and completing a Transcript Request Form from the last institution attended. The applicant will submit the completed form to the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will cover any fees required to obtain official transcripts.
