Smoke Signals
May 1992
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TITLE: Newsletter Director
REPORTS TO: Program Operations Manager
SALARY: $16,000-$19,000 annual salary
CLOSING DATE: May 8, 1992
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will be responsible for gathering news and information, layout and
design, and distribution of the tribe's monthly newsletter, as well as flyers, bro
chures and other tribal publications when necessary.
DUTIES:
-Coordinates planning, layout and design, editing and distribution of monthly and
special edition of tribal newsletter.
-Writes stories and articles, and takes photographs for tribal newsletter.
-Provides reports as required to Tribal Council.
-Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Must have high school diploma or GED.
-Two years college in journalism or related area, or three years direct work experi
ence in writing, editing, photography and layout and design areas (provide samples
of work).
-Work experience with computers helpful, including Wordperfect and Pagemaker
software.
-Ability to maintain an amiable working relationship with coworkers, tribal commu
nity and general public.
-Demonstrable writing skills.
-Demonstrable oral skills.
-Must have valid Oregon Driver's license.
-Must be willing to travel.
-Must be willing to work flexible hours; andor weekends.
-TribalIndian preference applied.
POSITION: Timber CruiserAppraiser
SALARY: $20,000-$28,000 Regular full-time '
REPORTS TO: Natural Resources Division Manager
CLOSING DATE: May 29, 1992
DUTIES:
-Timber stand appraisals which includes field inventory work and office analysis to
determine valuation and investment potential.
-To assist the forestry staff in pre-sales, sales, silvicultural activities, fire protection,
slash burning, and other forestry related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Associcates Degree in Forest Technology and five years experience in related
forest technology work. Two years must be in timber cruising and appraisal work.
-Must have valid Oregon Driver's license.
-Must be in good physical condition; be able to ascend and descend steep slopes.
-Must be able to travel overnight.
-TribalIndian preference applies.
Oregon Employment Division sends Representative
Cliff Herrmann will be working with knowledge and ability to be flexible to
the Confederated Tribes of G rand
Ronde with employment opportunities.
He will be in Grand Ronde every other
Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
with local job listings. No appointments
will be necessary, just drop in. He will
have State of Oregon Employment
Division applications for service, so you
can register with the State Employment
Division, which will help you with your
job search.
Cliff is a Veteran Representative with
the Employment Division and has
worked with the Confederated Tribes of
Siletz and the Native American Veter
ans population for three years in the
Portland metro area. He has a unique
meet changing work situations and
clients needs.
The services that are provided are job
placement, job development, resume
guidance and assistance, labor market
information and individual interviews to
assist with career guidance andor
vocational information.
For veterans there is a networking and
referral service available to other
agencies and community resources for
supportive services in the way of V A.
medical benefits, training programs, and
school benefits.
There is also resource assistance for
lodging, gas, food, etc.
So come on down and check it out.
JOBS
Program and Services
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Tribal members who are applicants or recipients of AFDC assistance and
reside in the tribal six county service area. The service area includes the
counties of Tillamook, Washington, Multnomah, Yamhill, Polk and Marion.
HOW DO YOU BECOME A PARTICIPANT IN THE
GRAND RONDE TRIBAL JOBS PROGRAM?
Tell your AFDC caseworker that you are a member of the Confederated
Tribes of the Grand Ronde.
-Your caseworker will notify the Grand Ronde Tribal JOBS Program.
-The Tribal JOBS coordinator will then contact you for an initial intake to
determine if you are eligible for services.
-If you are determined to be eligible for services, you will be asked to partici
pate in a comprehensive assessment to determine your skills and needs. An
Employment Plan will be developed and implemented to work towards getting
you, and eligible family members, employed and to become self-sufficient.
Support services will be provided as necessary and in accordance with pro
gram guidelines.
JOBS PROGRAM COMPONENTS
The Tribal JOBS Program will assist you in getting the following types of help:
Education Assistance:
a) High School Education or High School Equivalency
b) Basic and remedial education to provide individuals with a basic
literacy level.
c) Education in English proficiency.
Job Skills Training:
-Vocational Training
Job Readiness Activities:
Activities geared to prepare the participant for workplace expectations.
Job Development and Job Placement Activities:
a) Identifying and locating labor market opportunities.
b) Marketing participants
c) Securing a job
COORDINATION
State of Oregon (Title IV-A Agency)
The Adult and Family Services Division is responsible for support services for
child care while you are a participant in the Tribal JOBS Progam.
Grand Ronde Tribal JOBS Program
-The Tribal JOBS Program will provide coordination and referral with other
appropriate agencies, such as the JTPA agency and Tribal Education Program
-JTPA Agency referral may include:
a) Job search assistance
b )Classroom training programs
c) Work experience program activities
d) On the job training
-Tribal Education Program referrals may include:
a) Johnson O'Malley
b) Adult Vocational Training
c) Higher Education
d) Adult Education
-Other Agencies as appropriate.
For more information call the JOBS coordinator at (503) 879-5211 or 1-800-
422-0232, ext. 152.