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APRIL 15, 2015
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. Board
of Director’s position opening
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. (SMGI) is seeking a dynamic busi-
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Board of Directors. The SMGI Board of Directors is responsible to
the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council and over-
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operations of Spirit Mountain Casino.
The SMGI Board meets once a month and board members receive
a stipend each month for their participation in board meetings.
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knowledge, experience in hospitality/customer service-driven envi-
ronment, and in one or more of the following areas:
• Finance;
• Internal Audit;
• Marketing;
• Gaming;
• Surveillance/Security.
Knowledge of Native American owned and operated organizations
preferred but not mandatory. There should also be a demonstrated
ability to be responsive to the goals of the business and its increasing
dynamic character with appropriate analytical and communication
skills.
Must be able to pass a thorough background check and obtain a
PMO gaming license.
Deadline to apply is Monday, April 20, 2015.
Applicants may submit a letter of interest, resume and three ref-
erences to:
Stacia Martin
Chief of Staff
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council
9615 Grand Ronde Road
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
stacia.martin@grandronde.org
Danita Trombla
Sr. Executive Administrative Assistant
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc.
PO Box 39
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
danita.trombla@spiritmtn.com
Oregon State slates
salmon bake, powwow
The 17th annual salmon bake will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Friday,
May 15, at the Native American longhouse Eena Haws at Oregon State
University in Corvallis. On Saturday, May 16, the powwow will be held
with grand entries at 1 and 7 p.m. For more information, contact the
longhouse at 541-737-2738 or via e-mail at nativeamericanlonghouse@
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Online degree programs
Turn your college credits or associate degree into a more powerful
four-year degree from Portland State University.
Undergraduate degrees offered: BA/BS in Social Science, BA/BS
in Arts & Letters and BA/BS in Liberal Studies.
For more information about online degree programs, contact the
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Veterans Royalty
Veterans Royalty work with the Veterans Special Event Board (Veterans
SEB). They attend powwows, parades, fundraisers, meetings and other events
with the Veterans SEB and the Honor Guard. They interact with and represent
all veterans. They also work with the Grand Ronde Royalty during events and
activities such as Restoration, parades and fundraisers. The Veterans Royalty
should know what a veteran is and the different military branches.
When Veterans Royalty attend events, they are expected to stay for the duration
of the event. This includes helping to set up events, meetings and parades and
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Veterans Royalty should have their own regalia and be willing and able to dance.
GRAND RONDE VETERANS ROYALTY
Participating in Veterans Royalty is an excellent opportunity for Tribal girls
and young women to learn our traditions, powwow protocol and work with
veterans. Participants represent the Veterans and the Tribe by attending
powwows and various community events.
We encourage all young woman ages 8-18 to join.
Junior Veterans Queen — 8-13 years of age
Senior Veterans Queen — 14-18 years of age
General Requirements:
1. Enrolled Grand Ronde Tribal member
2. Must be alcohol and drug free
3. Never married, no children
5. Attend school regularly and be in good standing
6. Sign and comply with Veteran Royalty
Guidelines and Agreement
~ OFFICIAL APPLICATION ~
Applicant’s Name: ________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Phone (Day): ________________________(Evening): ___________________
Date of Birth: ___________________________________ Age: ___________
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Mother’s Name: __________________________________________________
Sponsor’s Name, Address and Phone (if different than a parent):
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Why do you want to participate in Veterans Royalty? ____________________
_______________________________________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________
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Applicant’s Signature______________________________________________
Parent’s Signature________________________________________________
Sponsor’s Signature (if different than a parent)_________________________
Return this application to: Annette Ingram,
Veterans SEB, 1728 N.E. Hogan Drive, Gresham, OR 97030
Deadline: 5 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2015
Questions? Contact Annette Ingram at 503-757-7965
or e-mail aingram21@comcast.net
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