Employment Opportunities
There are several ways to apply for job openings:

1. Apply Online:
Applying online is the easiest and fastest way to get your application submitted.

Note:
You may want to have all your information handy before you start to fill out the on-line application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered for employment opportunities.

2. Download the OVCDC Job Application and mail or fax it to OVCDC:
The OVCDC Job Application is provided in Adobe's Acrobat PDF format. This is NOT part of the on-line job application. If you encounter problems viewing the Job Application in your browser, you may want to save the document to your computer and open it in Adobe's Acrobat Reader from there. (Most browsers will allow you to save the document by right-mouse clicking on the link.) Review and sign the application. Complete all supplemental questions (if applicable).

OVCDC 
Attn: Human Resources
2574 Diaz Lane
Bishop, California 93514
Phone: 760-873-5107
Fax: 760-873-4107

Mailed/Faxed applications must be received at OVCDC by the closing date.

3. Stop by any OVCDC location to pick up an application packet:
If you are unable to use the on-line application you are welcome to pick up an application packet at any OVCDC location.

4. Call Human Resources at (760) 873-5107 to request an application packet to be mailed to you.
Open positions are updated regularly online.

Please Note: Due to the large number of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you within four weeks of the closing date.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact Human Resources at (760) 873-5107.

Business Opportunities / RFPs

RFP 12-13-70 OVCDC Office Supplies

OVCDC is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide office supplies to the organization's fourteen (14) offices located in Inyo, Fresno, Kern, Kings and Tulare Counties for approximately 200 employees servicing 10,000 clients a year. This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 13-14-01 Indigenous Language Instructor- Fluent Speaker

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to provide services as an Indigenous Language Instructor-Fluent Speaker. Contractor is expected to be fluent and conversational with advanced knowledge and verbal communication skills in an indigenous language. OVCDC is seeking instructors of indigenous languages that are understood, spoken or of interest to sufficient TANF eligible individuals within the OVCDC service area of Inyo, Mono, Kern, Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties in California. This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 12-13-80 OVCDC Vehicle Fleet

OVCDC is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide Fleet vehicle lease or purchase pricing for 29 new vehicles consisting of 4x4 trucks, minivans, and SUVs. OVCDC will utilize 29 current vehicle/passenger vans in its current fleet as trade-ins (see Exhibit A-OVCDC Vehicles/Passenger Vans for makes & models of trade-ins). OVCDC is seeking to lease or purchase 29 vehicles within a 12 month period from vendor award date. This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 13-14-02 Indigenous Lanuage Instructor II

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to provide services as an Indigenous Language Instructor II. Contractor is expected to be fluent and conversational with advanced knowledge,communication, writing and instruction skills in an indigenous language. OVCDC is seeking instructors of indigenous languages that are understood, spoken or of interest to sufficient TANF eligible individuals within the OVCDC service area of Inyo, Mono, Kern, Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties in California. This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 13-14-03 Indigenous Language Instructor I

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to provide services as an Indigenous Language Instructor I. Contractor is expected to have basic knowledge and communication skills in an indigenous language. OVCDC is seeking instructors of Indigenous languages that are understood, spoken or of interest to sufficient TANF eligible individuals within the OVCDC service area of Inyo, Mono, Kern, Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties in California.This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 13-14-04 Indigenous Language- Linguist

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to provide services to the Nüümü Yadoha Language Program by doing assessments, developing assessment tools, academic research, gather linguistic data and information through on site interviews and review of existing Nüümü Yadoha Language Program materials. Services will be provided within the OVCDC service area of Inyo, Mono, Kern, Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties in California. This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 13-14-05 Indigenous Language Media Technician

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to provide services as an Indigenous Language Instructor-Media Technician. Contractor is preferred to have knowledge and communication skills in an Indigenous language and skills and experience in operation of recording and audio visual equipment and associated software. OVCDC is seeking services of media technicians within the OVCDC service area of Inyo, Mono, Kern, Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties in California. This project will be funded entirely with Government Grant funds.

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RFP 13-14-14 Bishop Equestrian Lessons

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to coordinate and provide Equestrian services to include cultural and historical
educational components weekly in Bishop, California to TANF eligible participants including children. Contractor will instruct all students in horse care, proper riding techniques, safe riding skills and include information on indigenous peoples’ relationship and history with horses. Horses and equipment must be provided by the contractor. Successful bidder must provide proof of insurance and pass a criminal background check before working with children.

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RFP 13-14-13 Big Pine Equestrian Lessons

OVCDC is seeking proposals from responsible qualified independent contractors to coordinate and provide Equestrian services to include cultural and historical
educational components weekly in Big Pine, California to TANF eligible participants including children. Contractor will instruct all students in horse care, proper riding techniques, safe riding skills and include information on indigenous peoples’ relationship and history with horses. Horses and equipment must be provided by the contractor. Successful bidder must provide proof of insurance and pass a criminal background check before working with children.

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All OVCDC Request for Bids are subject to Section 7(b) of the Indian Self Determination & Education Act (25 USC 450e(b)) which provides to the greatest extent feasible, preference and opportunities be given to American Indians and American Indian owned business enterprises and OMB Circular A-102 (45 C.F.R Part 92.36(e)) requiring OVCDC to take all necessary affirmative steps to assure minority firms, women’s business enterprises and labor surplus area firms are used when possible.  For Indian Preference to be applied to American Indian owned and controlled businesses, proof of American Indian business ownership with more than 50% control must be submitted with the proposal. 

OVCDC Purchasing Code of Conduct

For questions on this Request For Proposals please contact:
OVCDC Purchasing Contracts Administrator
Email: contracts@ovcdc.com
Telephone: 760-873-5107
Fax: 760-873-3231