sNok signflz NOVEMBER 15, 2021 3 Updated addresses wanted It is that time of the year where we in Finance are starting to prepare for tax season. In an effort to have current information for W2s and 1099s, we are asking everyone who has moved in the last calendar year to please update their address. How do you update? taLlam-pi-ixt-mun (November) • Wednesday, Nov. 17 – Tribal Council meeting, 4 p.m., Tribal Council Chambers, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. • Monday, Nov. 22 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the Grand Ronde Tribe’s 38th anniversary of Restoration. • Monday, Nov. 22 – Online 38th Restoration Celebration, noon, visit the Tribal government’s Facebook page to RSVP. 503-879-2304. • Thursday-Friday, Nov. 25-26 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. taLlam-pi-makwst-mun (December) • Wednesday, Dec. 1 – Tribal Council meeting, 4 p.m., Tribal Council Chambers, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. • Sunday, Dec. 5 – General Council meeting, 11 a.m., Zoom teleconference application. 503-879-2304. • Wednesday, Dec. 15 – Tribal Council meeting, 4 p.m., Tribal Council Chambers, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. • Friday, Dec. 24 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the Christmas holiday. • Wednesday, Dec. 29 – Tribal Council meeting, 4 p.m., Tribal Council Chambers, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. • Friday, Dec. 31 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. • If you are a Tribal member, please contact Member Services at mem- berservices@grandronde.org or Janel Lara at 503-879-2116. • If you are an employee, please contact HR at compensation_HRIS@ grandronde.org or call 503-879-2109 and the HR reception desk will direct your call to the appropriate person. Alternatively, an employee can make any updates in the Timesheet Module as well. If you have recently updated your address at the clinic/pharmacy, you will still need to update your information with either Member Services or HR since the pharmacy does not share your private information due to HIPAA regulations. Please remember that even if you have direct deposit, you will need to update your address. The Finance Department thanks you in advance for your assistance in making this year’s tax season go as smoothly as possible. ATTENTION TRIBAL MEMBERS ON THE TRIBAL SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI)/DISABILITY (SSD) & MEDICARE PART B REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAMS It’s time to send us a copy of your 2022 Social Security award letter. *If you haven’t received your 2022 Social Security award letter yet, please contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) at 1-800-772-1213 or online at www.ssa.gov *Your 2022 SSA award letter must reach our office by 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, to avoid future delays in your benefits. (Editor’s note: All events are tentative depending on the status of the Tribe’s COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic response.) MARRIAGES IN TRIBAL COURT Tribal Court is now once again issuing marriage licenses and is able to perform marriage ceremonies for a filing fee of $40. For questions regarding scheduling, contact the Tribal Court at 503- 879-2303. Please send a copy of your 2022 SSA letter to: CTGR Member Services Attn: Shannon Simi 9615 Grand Ronde Road Grand Ronde, OR 97347 E-mail: Shannon.simi@grandronde.org – Fax: 503-879-2480 – Phone: 503-879-1358 or 1-800-242-0232, ext. 1358. OFFICIAL TRIBAL FACEBOOK PAGES Smoke Signals: facebook.com/SmokeSignalsCTGR The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde: facebook.com/CTGRgov Grand Ronde Health & Wellness: facebook.com/GRHWC Grand Ronde Children & Family Services: facebook.com/CTGRCFS Grand Ronde Royalty: facebook.com/CTGRRoyalty find your path Grand Ronde Education Programs: facebook.com/CTGREducation Grand Ronde Youth Council: ELIG IB ILITY facebook.com/CTGRYouthCouncil Grand Ronde Station: facebook.com/GrandRondeStation Grand Ronde Social Services Department: AGE REQUIREMENT Candidates must be at least 18 years in age . TRIBAL PREFERENCE Tribal Preference applies. However, nonTribal candidates can be considered based on business need, certifications and skills required. facebook.com/CTGRSocialservices Grand Ronde Food Bank: facebook.com/GrandRondeFoodBank Spirit Mountain Community Fund: facebook.com/SpiritMountainCommunityFund Grand Ronde Cultural Education: facebook.com/Grand-Ronde-Cultural-Education Grand Ronde Community Garden: facebook.com/GrandRondeCommunityGarden Grand Ronde Tribal Police Department: facebook.com/Grand-Ronde-Tribal-Police-Department AVAILABILITY Most positions work Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Part-time and full-time work is available. Specific schedules will be communicated upon job placement. Candidates will be expected to adhere to work and schedule requirements. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE MULTIPLE CAREER PATHS? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A WAY TO DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES IN THE WORKPLACE? APPLY TO THE CTGR TEMP POOL AND START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY! The CTGR Temp Pool was designed to fill the immediate staffing needs of CTGR Programs, and provides opportunities for participants to explore Part-Time and Full-Time job placement opportunities throughout the campus. We often have opportunities in the Health & Wellness Clinic, Social Services, Facilities, Human Resources, TERO, Housing, the MAT Clinic in Salem, Adult Foster Care, and many more. Apply online to begin your journey! Grand Ronde Employment Services Facebook.com/EmploymentServices APPLY ONINE: https://www.grandronde.org/employment/ Ad by Samuel Briggs III