1. Christian M. Jock
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Indian Preference: Member of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe
Veteran’s Preference: Not claimed
Country of Citizenship: United States of America
Federal Civilian Status: GS-0301-14; February 2012 - Present
Education: St. Lawrence University, Canton, New York, 13617 2002-2006
• Bachelor of Arts Degree, May 2006
• Double Major in Government & History, Minor in Native American Studies
• Member of Pi Sigma Alpha, Government National Honor Society
• Coursework included the Congress, the Presidency, the Judiciary, Business Ethics, and
Public Policy
Salmon River Central High School, Fort Covington, New York, 12937 1998-2002
• New York State Regents Diploma, June 2002
• Member of National Honor Society
Computer
Skills: Expert in Microsoft Windows; WordPerfect; Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel,
and Publisher; Adobe PageMaker and PhotoShop; and the Internet.
Work
Experience: Management Analyst (GS-0343-14) January 2010 – Present
Office of Indian Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Supervisor: Ms. Hankie P. Ortiz, Deputy Bureau Director, Indian Services
40 hours/week, $123,406/year Supervisor may be contacted at (202) 513-7640
Solely responsible for both the budget formulation and execution of program budgets
(currently, $688 million). Prepared detailed analyses and estimates of annual funding needs
for current and future fiscal years. Developed comprehensive justification statements for
requested multi-year and no-year appropriations for Indian Services programs. Presented
budget estimates to reviewing authorities. Developed and presented Indian Services budget
briefings to the Office of Management & Budget. Exercised technical authority and control
by authorizing or disapproving funding requests from program staff. Analyzed and
evaluated multiple changes in program plans and funding and the impacts on budget and
program milestones. Skilled in serving as a principal advisor to the Deputy Bureau Director,
Indian Services to advise on the budget and program objectives and priorities. Analyzed and
advised the Deputy Bureau Director on proposed reorganization, realignment of program
functions, and reductions-in-force within Indian Services programs. Served as a recognized
authority in the analysis and evaluation of Indian Services programs and issues. Planned and
executed major projects concerned with evaluating Indian Services programs and
organizational effectiveness. Responsible for the maintenance of the national tribal code
database. Skilled in aiding the Deputy Bureau Director in developing a strategic plan.
Served as an Agency Superintendent at Seminole Agency, Hollywood, Florida from October
2011 – December 2012. As Agency Superintendent, responsibilities included providing
Executive Direction over BIA programs related to real estate services; natural resources;
leasing; and gaming activities within the Seminole and Miccosukee Indian tribes. Served as
Line Officer in Charge of providing contract oversight over the Pub. L. 93-638 agreements
between the BIA and the Seminole and Miccosukee Indian tribes.
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Policy & Program Analyst (GS-0301-11)
Office of Indian Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs May 2008 – January 2010
Supervisor: Mr. Terrence Parks, Chief (Former), Division of Self-Determination Services
40 hours/week, $60,989/year
Made responsible for conducting analytical reports on annual contract support shortfall.
Prepared and submitted annual Congressional report on FY 2007 and FY 2008 contract
support for review. Utilized professional knowledge of federal relationships with emphasis
on Tribal politics and economics, as well as the role of the Executive Branch in Indian policy
and the processes by which the Congress deals with annual appropriations. Able to relate
information to the Pub. L. 93-638 policy concerns of Tribes and the Secretary of the
Interior. Identified and clarified Pub. L. 93-638 issues; identified and presented opposing
views, without bias; and evaluated policy options and the examined the potential
implications of adoption of those options. Served as recognized authority on contract
support activity in the Division of Self-Determination Services. Demonstrated skill to plan,
conduct, and evaluate extensive, long-range studies and analyses of Pub. L. 93-638 program
functions and activities, at the national level (Bureau-wide) for the Director, BIA. Designed
methods used to gather data, developed concepts to effectively review data, and organized
study results in the form of detailed written reports with various findings, options, and
alternatives, with minimal oversight, to the Chief, Division of Self-Determination Services;
Deputy Bureau Director, Indian Services; and the Director, BIA. Responsible for the
distribution of annual Contract Support Fund ($166 million in FY 2010) appropriation.
Administered the Indian Self-Determination Fund ($2 million in FY 2010). Served as a
member of the joint BIA/Tribal workgroup focused on the Contract Support Policy,
established by Departmental orders. Served as primary lead for Pub. L. 93-638 program in
the formulation of Pub. L 93-638 program budget for FY 2011. Developed several Dear
Tribal Leader communications on-the-spot and accepted with very minimal changes.
Special Advisor (GS-0301-09)
Office of Trust Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs October 2007 – May 2008
Supervisor: Ms. Vicki Forrest, Deputy Bureau Director (Former), Trust Services
40 hours/week, $45,040/year
Gained a greater knowledge of government and developed skills sufficient enough to
provide research and analytical information to the Deputy Bureau Director, Trust Services
on the administration of Indian trust programs. Skills sufficient enough re-examine and re-
design internal control activity for entire Indian trust programs. Able to independently
identify and discuss issues with BIA and Interior Department senior managers, including the
DOI Chief Financial Officer. Planned and conducted policy and program studies with
Indian trust program managers on internal control processes. Studies characterized by
various interrelationships among differing agency programs. Analyzed and defined
problems posed by Departmental managers to clearly understand internal control activities
for proper study. Lead internal control studies among mid-level BIA management, field-
level subject matter experts, and other staff. Assignments required review, summarization,
and presentation of findings to aid the Deputy Bureau Director examine and act upon
complex financial management recommendations to ensure organizational excellence. Other
assignments included: formulating Indian trust programs FY 2010 budget, maintaining
continuity of operations in the Deputy Bureau Director’s absence, and contributing to the
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development of Indian trust programs regulations and policies, position papers, and
Congressional briefings. Served as chief advisor to Deputy Bureau Director on the
assessment and organization of Indian trust programs and operations; advised on
productivity and efficiency of program staff and progress of Indian trust program priorities
and initiatives.
Chief of Staff (GS-0301-09)
Office of the Director, Bureau of Indian Affairs August 2007 – October 2007
Supervisor: Mr. W. Patrick Ragsdale, Director (Retired), Bureau of Indian Affairs
40 hours/week, $43,731/year
Coordinated strategic planning and collection and submission of data for all of the Bureau of
Indian Affairs. Hosted and conducted meetings with various attorneys, tribal leaders and
representatives, and members of Congressional staffs to address key issues relevant to Indian
Affairs on behalf of the Director, BIA. Analyzed internal control information to successfully
prepare an Annual Assurance Statement for the Director, BIA. Assisted in the development of
the annual organizational assessment. Maintained day-to-day operations of the immediate
office of the Director, BIA. Provided supervision to one administrative staff person.
Special Assistant to the Deputy Bureau Director (GS-0301-09)
Office of the Indian Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs August 2006 – August 2007
Supervisor: Mr. Jerold Gidner, Deputy Bureau Director (Former), Indian Services
40 hours/week, $43,731/year Supervisor may be contacted at (703) 508-2655
Demonstrated knowledge of political science and skill in applying political science
techniques sufficient to respond to requests from Congressional offices for information and
reports regarding Indian Services programs, to include: Human Services, Self-
Determination, Tribal Government, and Transportation. Applied specific knowledge of
Federal Indian policy, the operations of the Legislative and Executive Branches, comparative
politics, and public policy to research methodologies. Prepared reports describing Indian
Services programs and current issues as a basis for BIA policy and examining and comparing
provisions of proposed program changes for the Deputy Bureau Director, Indian Services.
Provided factual information and wrote brief analytical reports on Housing Improvement
Program and Tribal Enrollment issues. Analyzed and compared program objectives to the
Deputy Bureau Director’s objectives and identified and clarified issues for the Deputy
Bureau Director in the Indian Services program areas. Based on direction from the Deputy
Bureau Director and Director, BIA, selected, organized, and presented analyses on issues
while dealing with large amounts of conflicting information due to excessive attrition.
Information used to aid in defining Indian Services program issues for the Deputy Bureau
Director. Other duties included: providing support to program managers in drafting
position papers, briefing papers for management, and shepherding documents through a
publication process. Also prepared responses to correspondence from Tribes, Tribal
leaders, and members of Congress on behalf of the Deputy Bureau Director, Indian
Services.
Additional Training
& Recognition:
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• Member, Indian Affairs Pathways to Leadership, Class Six
• Performance Award: 3% of Salary, based on exceptional performance during Fiscal Year 2016
• Performance Award: 2% of Salary, based on superior performance during Fiscal Year 2015
• Performance Award: 2% of Salary, based on superior performance during Fiscal Year 2014
• Performance Award: $2,000, based on superior performance during Fiscal Year 2013
• Performance Award: $1,250, based on exceptional performance during Fiscal Year 2012
• Performance Award: $1,250, based on exceptional performance during Fiscal Year 2011
• Performance Award: 5% of Salary, based on exceptional performance during Fiscal Year
2010
• Performance Award: $5,000, based on exceptional performance during Fiscal Year 2009
• Performance Award: $5,000, based on exceptional performance during Fiscal Year 2008
• BIA Director’s Award for Leadership, April 2008
• Basic 40-hour Supervisory Training Course, October 2007
• Understanding Federal Budget Execution & Formulation, June 2007
• Outstanding Indian Honors Program, First hire (Bureau-wide), August 2006
References
Ms. Andra Stone Baggiano
Director, Telecom & Networking
NES Associates
Alexandria, Virginia 22310
(703) 224-2600
Mrs. Emily Lauzon
Assistant General Manager
Akwesasne Mohawk Casino
873 State Route 37
Hogansburg, New York 13655
(518) 358-2222
Dr. Melissane Schrems
Assistant Professor, St. Lawrence University
Piskor Hall, Room 114
Canton, New York 13617
(315) 229-5221
Reverend Fr. Kris C. Lauzon
Pastor, Church of the Immaculate Conception
1804 Main Street
Keeseville, New York 12944
(518) 834-7100
Ms. Debrah McBride
Chief of Staff
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Washington, DC 20240
(202) 208-5116
Mr. Robert T. Reynolds
Director, Benefits Assistance Service
United States Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Washington, DC
(202) 230-2487
Ms. Nedra Darling
Public Affairs Officer
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Washington, DC 20240
(202) 208-7163
Mr. LeRoy Gishi, Chief
Division of Transportation
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Washington, DC 20240
(202) 513-7640