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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc.
Board of Director’s Position Openings
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. (“SMGI”), a Tribal corporation char-
tered by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde (“Grand Ronde”),
operates Spirit Mountain Casino – the largest casino in Oregon.
Spirit Mountain Casino offers Las Vegas-style slots and provides
superior entertainment and resort amenities. Spirit Mountain is one
of the Pacific Northwest’s premier casinos. Grand Ronde invites
applications to serve on the Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. Board of
Directors. There are two board seats expiring on September 30,
2022.
The SMGI Board of Directors is responsible to the Grand Ronde
Tribal Council. The Board oversees strategic planning, overall fiscal
accountability, budgets and operations of Spirit Mountain Casino.
The SMGI Board meets monthly. From time-to-time, additional
special meetings may be held. Board members are expected to at-
tend all meetings in person, which are held at Spirit Mountain Casino
– although participation by telephone will occasionally be permitted.
Each board member receives a monthly stipend for attending meet-
ings. Travel reimbursement is limited to travel within the six counties
of Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Tillamook, Multnomah and Washington.
Board members must have a superior understanding of and
experience with financial statements, strong communication and
analytical skills, experience in a hospitality or customer service
driven environment, 10 years of experience in a senior management
position, and a solid understanding of the Portland metro and Salem
area economies. Experience in the following areas is also preferred:
gaming, tourism, corporate finance and accounting, marketing and
promotions, human resources, and management of senior execu-
tives. Experience with and knowledge of Native American organiza-
tions is also preferred.
Ability to pass a thorough background check and obtain a gaming
license from the Grand Ronde Gaming Commission is required.
Preference will be given to qualified Tribal members.
Neuroplasticity
the science behind growth mindset
We think 60,000-80,000
thoughts every day
80% 95%
NEGATIVE
Our brains are composed of
86 MILLION
neurons CONSTANTLY firing
REPETITIVE
Every time you have the
STUCK IN A same
thought, you increase
NEGATIVE the chances of having it
again!
PATTERN?
BUT TH E R E ' S
WE CAN REWIRE
OUR BRAINS
Good News!
the pathways
are like grooves
just like exercise
Habitual thoughts form
NEURAL PATHWAYS
continue doing
this to deepen
the new grooves
Submission Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, 2022
Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest describing
their qualifications, a résumé, and three references to:
Stacia Hernandez, Chief of Staff
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde
9615 Grand Ronde Road
Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347
Phone: 503-879-2304
E-mail: stacia.martin@grandronde.org
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It takes practice and daily
commitment
Choosing positive thoughts
can create new pathways
LOOKING FOR WORK?
SIGN UP FOR THE TERO
SKILLS BANK!
Carpenters, General laborers,
ConCrete Masons & laborers,
asphalt laborers, and More!
HOW? Contact the TERO Office at 503-879-2188 or email tero@grandronde.org
WHO CAN SIGN UP? Grand Ronde Tribal members and members of other
federally recognized Tribes. Must be 18 years or older.
WHAT IS NEEDED? TERO Skills Bank application and Tribal ID
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