Model Tribal System Documentation

This page contains a comprehensive list of documentation relating to Model Tribal System (MTS) design, development, installation, operation, and training. It is primarily intended for tribes using or considering the use of the MTS. For additional information and documentation, contact MTSProject@acf.hhs.gov.

Requirements and Design:

• System Specification (PDF) - High level view of MTS functionality based on the state systems certification guide
• Data Dictionary and Data Model - MTS data dictionary, data structure, and cross-reference (MS Access)
• Server Recommendations - Hardware requirements for MTS servers
• Generic Documents - Word versions of the system-generated document templates (MS Word Zip)

User’s Manuals

• System Administrator’s Manual - Instructions on how to use the MTS in the System Administrator role
• Caseworker’s Manual  (PDF)- Instructions on how to use the MTS in the Caseworker and Caseworker Supervisor role
• Financial Worker’s Manual (PDF) - Instructions on how to use the MTS in the Financial Worker, Financial Supervisor, and related roles
• Bugzilla Manual - Instructions on recording and updating system bugs

Training Materials

• Caseworker Training Slides - Instructional slides for training caseworkers
• Caseworker Training Guide - An instructional guide with exercises for training caseworkers
• Financial Worker Training Slides - Instructional slides for training financial workers
• Financial Worker Training Guide - An instructional guide with exercises for training financial workers