Image provided by: University of Oregon Libraries; Eugene, OR
About Smoke signals. (Grand Ronde, Or.) 19??-current | View Entire Issue (Feb. 1, 2013)
4 FEBRUARY 1,2013 Smoke Signals Upcoming training to prepare members for construction trades 2008 - Tribal Court introduced a new pro gram, the Peacemaker Program, to help Trib al and community members solve and settle disputes before going to trial. Tribal members Sam Henny and David Dellart were the first two trained Peacemakers who will volunteer in Tribal Court to resolve disputes. 2003 A contingent of Grand Ronde Tribal members attended the Inaugural Hall for newly elected Gov. Ted Kulongoski. "We support him," said Intergovernmental Affairs Director Justin Martin. "We feel that 0 I File photo Sam Henny and David DeHart Gov. Kulongoski is receptive to Native American issues because of his past experience. He also has a good understanding of how Tribal governments work." 1998 The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde announced the creation of the Hatfield Fellowship in honor of Sen. Mark O. Hatfield for his accomplishments as governor of Oregon and as a U.S. senator on behalf of the Tribe. The fellow will serve as a liaison between a member of the Oregon congressional delegation and Oregon Tribes on issues affecting Native Americans 1993 - Approximately 40 people attended an open house to dedicate the Early Childhood Education Facility near the Grand Ronde Chemi cal Dependency Program offices. Travis Benoist performed a cleansing ceremony before the blessing, which was given by Kathryn Harrison. 1988 Enrollment Director Margo George reported that Tribal membership stood at 2,273. "In 1954, there were 862 members listed on the final membership roll before Termination," she wrote. "Our membership has almost tripled in the last 34 years." However, she reported, there were still more than 200 members who were listed on the 1954 membership roll who were not on file. Yesteryears is a look back at Tribal history in five-year incre ments through the pages of Smoke Signals. SHASTA Administrative Servkts JOB OPENING CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Shasta Administrative Services, a mid-sized Third Party Administrator located in Redmond, Oregon is searching for a Customer Service Representative. Requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent. To view a complete Job description, visit the Tribe's website at www.grandronde.ofgemDlovment To apply, e-mail your resume, cover letter and salary expectation to angelafcf shastatpa.com OR mall to Shasta at P0 Box 1747, Redmond OR 97756. IvVUlDiaVNgRlRElJOB ORRORTUNITIESV -: awea""alaaaBBBBaaaaaBiat'. mm -.. lmmm n- n n ' ' 11 "S- By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signale editor An upcoming five-week train ing opportunity that will provide participants a working knowledge of the construction trades is being offered free to Grand Ronde Tribal members and their spouses. Funded through a $76,000 grant from the Oregon Department of Transportation and Bureau of Labor & Industries, the train ing will teach the fundamentals of carpentry, paving and heavy equipment, as well as the personal skills required to be successful in the trades. Individuals completing the pro gram will receive training and attain three industry recognized certifications in first aidCPR, OSHA 10-Hour and flagging. In addition, successful partici pants will receive a certificate of completion from the N. W. College of Construction. The training is tentatively set to start on Monday, Feb. 25, in Grand Ronde. Deadline to apply is Mon day, Feb. 11. According to a press release from the N.W. College of Construction, the training has requirements and a code of conduct, which include ar riving early to each class (a second tardy disqualifies continuation); completing homework assignments by their due date; achieving a 70 percent or better on each exam; not missing any days; and not leaving class early. Week 1 will concentrate on basic employability and communication skills and an introduction to hand tools and power tools. Week 2 will tackle construction math, basic rigging, construction drawings and the flagging certifi cation. Week 3 will deal with building materials, floor systems, and wall, ceiling and roof framing. Week 4 will teach grading and basic operational techniques for backhoes, rollers and pavers. The last week will provide an in troduction to concrete and reinforc ing materials, as well as concrete construction and finishing. For more information about the training, contact Tribal Employment & Training at 503-879-2034. a Ad created by George Valdez USD INTERNAL OPENINGS D Housekacper (2 positions) Public WorksFacilities ""Grade: 5 Closing data: Feb. 8 Polka OfficarTralnaa Tribal Police Grade: 10 Closing data: Fab. 12 B Limited Energy Telecommunications Technician Information Systems ; Grade: 9 5 Closing data: Fab. 14 AFC Primary Caregiver Adult Foster Care Grade: 7 Closing date: Fab. 22 INTERNALEXTERNAL Police Officer (2 positions) Tribal Police Grade: 11 Closing date: Feb. 8 D Police Sergeant Tribal Police Grade: 13 Closing date: Feb. 8 Registered NurseDiabetes Case Manager Medical Clinic Grade: 13 Closing date: Feb. 1 1 Senior Help Desk Technician Information Systems Grade: 11 Closing date: Feb. 14 Sr. Investment Analyst Economic Development Grade: 16 Open until filled INTERNALEXTERNAL B ICW Caseworker (2 positions) Social Services ' Grade: 10 Open until filled B Recreation Assistant Education Grade: 5 Open until filled B Forestry Technician (Fire SuppressionPrevention) (on call) Natural Resources Grade: 6 Closing date: April 15 Internal applicants are 1. Current Regular Employee, past their six-month Introductory period, receiving at least a 'meets expectations" on most recent performance evaluation and not under disciplinary action or performance improvement within the previous six months, Z Grand RondeTribal members 3. Spouse of a Grand RondeTribal mem ber or 4. Parent or legal guardian of Grand RondeTribal member children Internal recruitment For those individuals meeting minimum qualifications an interview will be given in the following ranking order: 1 . Grand Ronde Tribal members a) Qualified Grand RondeTribal members who show they meet the minimum qualifications of the position during the course of the interview process will be given first consideration for hire and the recruitment process will end 2. Tribal member spouses, parents andor legal guardians of Grand Ronde Tribal member children 3. Current regular employees For a detailed job description, please contact the Tribe's job line at 503-879-2257 or 1 -877 TRIBEGR.
