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MUSCOGEE (CREEK) NATION

Seeking a POLICY ANALYST

General Summary: Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Policy Analyst is responsible to review, analyze, update and write human resources policies and procedures.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review Human Resources Policy and Procedures manual on an as-needed basis (annually at a minimum); update as appropriate.
• Research and write policies; conduct extensive research that informs the development of human resources policies.
• Establish, implement, and maintain effective methods and processes relating to the communication of MCN policy issues; provide guidance and assistance to employees, as appropriate, in the understanding and interpretation of MCN policies; communicate policies and procedures to all staff through a range of communication channels, including briefs, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate and seek input from policy stakeholders to obtain feedback on how policies affect others; ensure benefits, concerns, or consequences of policies are taken into account prior to implementation.
• Collaborate with Labor Relations Specialist on creating new policies/procedures.
• Collaborate with Training Specialist on communicating pertinent policies and procedures to new hires during orientation (on-boarding).
• Provide on-going customer service and response to inquiries regarding MCN Policies and Procedures.
• Identify emerging trends; monitor and analyze policy trends that may impact MCN; communicate information to Human Resources Director.
• Maintain knowledge of legal regulations and requirements related to human resources; ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
• Analyze and interpret data to create reports on a weekly/quarterly/as needed basis in areas of responsibility; provide reports that are evidence-based, well-structured, and effective at communicating policy rationale. Reports include research findings, policy recommendations, and outlining strategies.
• Maintain records and ensure human resources shared drive is maintained updated.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for education.

Experience:

Three years related human resources administration experience to include at least one year in policy creation and analysis.

Special skills:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for policy analysis, creation, implementation, and assessment.
• Excellent interpersonal and observation skills; ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and departments to contribute to policy development and implementation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills in a one-on-one or group environment.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Must have a valid Oklahoma driver's license.

Preferred Requirements:

Education: Master's degree in Business Administration or related field.

Experience: Five years human resources administration experience.

Special skills: Experience working in a diverse multi-cultural organization. Knowledge of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation.

Certifications and licenses: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or THRP.

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Muscogee (Creek) and Indian Preference