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Tribal Employment Services
Career counseling
Job skills assessment
Career interest assessment
Interviewing techniques
Resume writing
Internet access for job listings
Tribal members, if you would like to take advantage of
any one of these services, call Connie Holmes at 879
2267 or Sheila Elliott at 879-2031 or 1-800-422-0232.
Oregon State Fair Jobs
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SET UP AND TEAR DOWN MUCH MORE!
Job Requirements: Applicants must be at least 16 years
of age prior at start of the fair or start of the job; Applicants
must provide two pieces of acceptable ID at interview.
Where do I apply? Apply at the Oregon Employment De
partment Trailer, Oregon State Fairgrounds, Oak Grove and
1 7th Street across from the Green Gate. The trailer will be
open August 7 to September 1. Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.; and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
NIKE offers jobs
NIKE Inc. is looking for warehouse people at their
Wilsonville Distribution Center located at 27255 SW 95th
Avenue in Wilsonville.
Responsibilities: Perform various general warehouse du
ties that may include loadingunloading trailers, process
ing order for shipment (picking, packing, checking), op
eration of lift equipment, computer data inquiry, special
processing of customer orders , and other general duties as
assigned in a team-driven environment. This is a regular,
full time position.
Qualifications: 3-6 months prior warehouse or related work
experience. Knowledge of automated distribution opera
tions and experience operating Raymond single reach lift
equipment preferred; familiar with computer inquiry; must
be able to read, count accurately, do simple math, write
legibly and follow both verbal and written instruction; must
be punctual with good attendance and safety habits; capable
of repetitive lifting of 65 pounds and effective working as a
member of a team; must be available to work various shifts
and overtime as needed.
Salary Range: $8.25-59.25 per hr., depending on experience.
Contact the Tribal Employment Services Program for an
application at 879-2031 or 879-2267.
TRIBAL MEMBERS:
to inquire about Job Opportunities
call 879-3730 or 1-800-760-7977
Sarah Harvey, ext. 3835
Camille Mercier, ext. 3838
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Perri McDaniel works hard to get dream job with Tribe
I want to thank the Tribe, the Higher Education Depart
ment and the Small Business Department for all the sup
port and confidence they have offered me throughout my
entire academic career.
Six years ago there was a position open for a Business
Development Specialist. I had a little experience in research
ing and writing business plans, and running a small busi
ness. Although I didn't expect to get the job, I applied. I
didn't meet the educational requirements so needless to say
I didn't get the job. But I did, however, follow-up with a
phone call. I called the Small Business Development Cen
ter inquiring about what would be the most valuable and
helpful courses for me to study in school to get this job. So
I did just what was suggested to me; I studied Business
Administration with an emphasis on accounting and finance.
Additionally, I completed a marketing internship for the
Silctz Tribe and an official minor concentration of studies
in Environmental Science and Regional Planning. In May
I completed my Bachelor's degree and graduated with hon
ors from Washington State University, Vancouver branch
campus. Luckily, thcrejust happened to be a position open
for a Business Development Specialist; my dream job and
new position with the Tribe.
I put in a lot of time and hard work, and my family made
a lot of sacrifices for me to reach my goals. I realize that if
it hadn't been for the Tribe's Higher Education grant and
scholarship programs, I would not have been able to get
through school and raise my family. THANK YOU
TRIBE!! Your support and encouragement is greatly ap
preciated more than words can express.
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I hope I can serve as an example and encourage other
single mothers to realize their goals; because if I can do it,
so can you.
Thanks again Grand Ronde Tillicum.
In spirit, Perri McDaniel
MONDA YS from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
August 18: Beginning Windows 3.1
August 25: Beginning Windows 95
WEDNESDA YS from 9 to 1 1:30 a.m.
August 20: Beginning GroupWise
August 27: Beginning Word Processing
FRIDA YS from 9 to 1 1:30 a.m.
August 22: Spreadsheets for Business Use
August 29: Print Shop
Small Business Development and ONABEN presents:
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WHAT: This is a class designed to "DISCOVER"
Tribal and local entrepreneurs and encourage the
development of your business idea BEYOND
"JUST AN IDEA." These classes are presented
by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Small
Business Development Center and OBABEN.
WHERE: Classes will be held at the Tribe's Small
Business Development Center located at 28840
Salmon River Highway in Grand Ronde.
WHEN: Interested persons should plan on attend
ing ONLY ONE of the two Discovery classes:
AUGUST 19 and 21 from 5:30 to 8:30 P.M.
or
SEPTEMBER 13 from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M.
WHAT: A ten week series of classes designed to guide
participants through the BUSINESS PLAN WRITING
PROCESS. The course materials and individual coun
seling sessions allow participants to work through the
BUSINESS PLANNING PROCESS. The end result is a
comprehensive business plan that can be taken to fi
nancial institutions for loan consideration! This is an
accredited class.
WHERE: Classes will be held at the Tribe's Small Busi
ness Development Center located at 28840 Salmon
River Highway in Grand Ronde.
WHEN: Held on Tuesday from 5:30 to 8:30 P.M.
SEPT. 23 and 30 - OCT. 7, 14, 21. and 28
NOV. 4. 18, and 25 - DEC. 2
DECEMBER 6: GRADUATION