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EMPLOYEE PROFILE:
TITLE: Tribal Member
Employment Coordinator
(Effective this month, Carol
will be an Employee Develop
ment Representative.)
HIRE DATE:
October 23, 1995
HOMETOWN: Grew up in
Grand Ronde, now living in
Willamina.
BACKGROUND
EDUCATION: Certificate
in Human Resource Manage
ment; certificate in Advanced
HR Management; mediation
training, Career Power self
development classes for tribal
members; Toastmasters; various college courses.
DUTIES OF CURRENT POSITION: "I work with tribal members
through the employment application process and gaming licensure process with the
Gaming Commission. I work with other departments to find solutions to better
help tribal members be successful in their jobs and lives."
JOY OF YOUR JOB: "Working with people. I have a great manager and
team."
INTERESTING PART OF YOUR JOB: "It's ever-changing. Each day
brings something new and different to learn."
HOBBIES: "Silk and dry flower arrangements, cake decorating, gardening, and
kids. I have raised five."
PERSONAL PHILOSOPHY: "The Golden Rule treat others like you
want to be treated! Always be respectful."
WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO SMC? "I wanted to work for the Tribe and
tribal members."
FAMILY: Mother, Verna (Riggs) Larsen; Father, Ed Larsen (deceased); Grand
parents, Lena (Norwest) Bobb and Lewis Riggs, Sr. "I have two sisters and three
brothers all wonderful!"
MISC: "Working for SMC has been a great experience for me. I plan to retire
from here. Thanks!"
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COYOTE CLUB MEMBERS ONLY
Redeem your January slot points for cash February I4th-25rh, 2000.
Maximize your points by taking advantage of triple point Mondays
and Thursdays. Visit the Coyote Club desk for official rules.
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T I C K. E IS ON SALE NO W
Two shows: 5:30pm and 8pm. Tickets are $35 and $45. Tickets
available in person at Spirit Mountain Casino, all Fred Meyer Fastixx
outlets, or order by phone at 800992-T1XX.
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SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
IN THE ROG U E RIVER R O O M
Watch the game on big screen TV's with Hall of Fame star Fred
Biletnikoff, wide receiver for the Oakland Raiders from 1965-78.
Biletnikoff will sign autographs and give commentary during the game.
1-800-760-7977 503-879-2350
Hwy 18, Grand Ronde, OR www.spirit-mountain.com
Interviewing for a position at SMC
The purpose of the Tribal Employment process is to provide assistance for
Grand Ronde tribal members to become successful employees of Spirit
Mountain Casino. There is a Tribal Preference Hiring Policy in effect for all
enrolled members of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde.
1. GETTING READY
A Be sure you know where the interview is taking place. Get directions if
necessary.
Put your best foot forward by looking clean, neat and professional.
Dress appropriately. Remember, you're in a business environment.
Be prepared! Be sure and know what the job requirements and responsi
bilities of the position you are interviewing for.
2. ONCE YOU ARE THERE
Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early! This will also make a great first impression!
Identify yourself and state why you are there.
Once in the interview, introduce yourself and shake hands.
3. THE INTERVIEW
Be sure to smile and make eye contact during the interview.
Make sure to sit up straight and direct your attention to the interviewers.
Try not to fidget (tapping fingers, wiggling legs).
A "Sell yourself." Be sure by the time the interview is completed the inter
viewers know all your strong points as an employee.
Once the interview is complete, shake hands and thank the interviewers
for the opportunity to learn more about their department.
LICENSING PROCESS
To become a Spirit Mountain Casino employee you must be able to be
licensed by the Grand Ronde Gaming Commission.
You must complete an application for the gaming license. High Security
License asks for 10 years of work history and 10 years of residence. Low
Security License asks for five years of work history and five years of resi
dence. In most cases, you cannot have had a felony in the past 10 years.
This is just a brief overview of the process for interviewing and
licensing to become a Spirit Mountain Casino employee.
If you have questions, please contact the casino's Human
Resources department at 879-3730 or toll free 800-760-7977.
Remember, you have one opportunity to make a first impression!
SPIPJT MOUNTAIN CASINO WELCOMES
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JANUARY 17, 2000
5:30 p.m. 8k 8:00 p.m.
Ticket prices are $35 and $45,
and are on sale at the Spirit Mountain box office,
all Fred Meyer Fastixx locations or call I-800-992-TIXX.
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Hwy, 18, Grand Ronde www.spirit-mountain.com. No one under 21. No refunds or exchanges.
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