A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Akwesasne Territory—On Tuesday March 6, 2012 Saint Regis Mohawk Environmental staff conducted a burn inspection at the property of Gary Gray, 1046 State Route 37, Akwesasne. Environmental staff observed what appeared to be several Environmental Regulations violations. The investigation revealed the illegal burning of construction and demolition material (C & D material) at Mr. Gray’s property. This waste included sheetrock, roof shingles, PVC piping and a variety of other building materials that are illegal to burn as they release haz...
AKWESASNE — An Akwesasne woman will spend 1 ½ to three years in state prison for pretending her toddler had cancer and collecting donations for the child. Jennifer Jackson-Laughing was sentenced Friday, on her 35th birthday, on a charge of first-degree scheming to defraud. Franklin County Court Judge Robert G. Main Jr. also ordered her to pay $8,470 in restitution. Jackson-Laughing and her husband, Frank W. Laughing Jr., were arrested in June 2010 for allegedly soliciting donations on behalf of their daughter, saying she had colon cancer. Th...
The majority of Akwesasronon have water piped into their homes. There are just a few areas that get their water from a well. If your water tastes a little different, is smelly or has contaminants such as lead, you can buy a filter for less than it costs to buy bottled water. There are five (5) main types of water filters: carafe/dispensers, faucet-mount, countertop, under-sink, and reverse osmosis. Read on to see which style and model best fills your needs. These machines have been tested and came out the best in their style and model. 1....
Little brother is very animated. With a look or using body language he’ll let you know what he’s thinking. He is talking more now and his words have become clearer but he is still a man of few words. Especially around visitors or when we are out of the house. When he plays it all depends on his mood, either he is the greatest villain or hero. For the last year now he has been into his nerf guns, fake pistols, swords and ninja skills. Whoever plays with him gets to see first hand what an imagination he has. If you have a shoot out and he get...
Akwesasne Freedom School visited the sugar shack at Tsionkwanatiio on Wed. March 14th to learn the process of preparing maple sap to syrup....
Division: IHS, Medical Clinic Salary: $22,027.20-39,852.80 29-2071 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Enniskó:wa/March 23, 2012 Description of Position: Greeting clients and ensuring their connection to the provider and schedule appointments for clients and maintain up to date schedules. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED with a minimum of one year of office /secretarial work. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources - Community Building 518-358-2272. Submit letter of interest and resume to: hu...
Division: Dept. of Community & Family Services, Child Care Salary: $23,732.80 – 38,875.20 25-2011 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Enniskó:wa/March 23, 2012 Description of Position: Responsible for providing children with a safe, comfortable environment enriched with a variety of hands on, age appropriate activities that meet best practice standards and enhance each child’s level of development. Qualifications: An Associates in Early Childhood Education or CDA in Infant/ Toddler with a minimum of 1 year experience working in an Early Chi...
Division: Dept. of Community & Family Services, Child Care Salary: $19,968 – 35,214.40 25-9041 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Enniskó:wa/March 23, 2012 Description of Position: Responsible to assist in providing children with a safe, comfortable environment enriched with a variety of hands on, age appropriate activities that meet best practice standards and enhance each child’s level of development. Qualifications: A High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1 year experience working in an Early Childhood classroom. Background chec...
Division: Environment, Water Resources Program Salary: $10.85 – 15.72 per hour 19-4099 Status: 40 hrs per week, ending September 7, 2012 Deadline: Onerahókha/April 13, 2012 Description of Position: The Tech will assist with gill nets, seine nets, electro fishing, and other means to collect fish resources for the purposes of species identification, population assessment and contaminant analysis. The Tech will also assist with other fisheries management related issues such as public outreach and education. Qualifications: A 2-yr degree in En...
Division: Environment Salary: $10.85 – 11.99 per hour Status: 40 hrs per week up to 12 weeks Deadline: Onerahókha/April 27, 2012 Description of Position: The positions offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the field of natural resources. Under direction of the various programs of the Environment Division, the interns will be trained in field sampling techniques, data management and the calibration of field instruments. Qualifications: Candidates must have an interest in the field of natural resources or related fi...
The Ethics Office seeks candidates for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Ethics Commission. The Commission will have five (5) members and three (3) alternates to review and hear testimony of complaints against elected Tribal Officials. Candidates must meet these criteria: 1) be an enrolled member of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 2) not hold any other elective or full-time appointment to a public office 3) not be an elected or appointed official of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 4) have voted in at least five tribal elections and, 5) be at least 25...
The Akwesasne Mohawk Casino is now accepting sealed bids for Landscaping. Proposals are requested for design, installation, and upkeep of five (5) designated areas. These areas are to be updated with each changing season and maintained on a regular basis to create a Class A appearance commencing Wednesday, April 4th, 2012. RFP bid packages may be picked up at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Administration/HR building located at 921 State Route 37 in the Speedway Plaza or can be faxed or emailed upon request. The RFP bid package can also be viewed...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 5 - $34,055.81 - $41,927.75 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the OVS Manager, the incumbent is responsible to facilitate the administration of Estates Management within the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne in accordance with the MOU between MCA and AANDC. QUALIFICATIONS: Post-Secondary education in Business Administration or Administration Assistant. The incumbent should have one-year administrative experience in related field. The Incumbent must possess excellent computer skills; i.e. Microsoft Office...
Indian Time is looking for an editor to ensure the smooth and complete operation in the production of the newspaper. Duties include: - Meet weekly with staff to discuss and schedule news stories and other articles for publication. -Provide direction and guidance to editorial staff including reporters, photographers, typesetters and layout artists. -Meet deadlines, review materials for publication, correct all articles and work with community to help develop newsworthy articles. -Write editorials that stimulate thought while maintaining...
Duties: -Photograph and report on community events for Indian Time newspaper. -Produce news articles and related materials using computer programs such as Word, and email for submission and Editor’s approval. -Must meet a Monday, noon deadline. -Maintain research and resource files. -Maintain photograph files. -Develop ideas for news stories and must be available for scheduled and unscheduled community events and activities. -Willingness to keep a flexible schedule. Qualification: -Must enjoy meeting people and talking with people. -Must have c...
The Akwesasne Communications Society is looking for a full time general manager for the CKON Radio Station. Summary of Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Akwesasne Communication Society Board Members, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing, supervising, implementing and managing all departments of the CKON Radio Station. The incumbent will prepare and administer an annual budget along with a three-year plan. Qualifications: Possesses a B.A. in Business Administration, or possesses a B.A. whose curriculum is heavily weighed in t...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 7 - $41,956.77- $51,654.49 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Healthy Homes Initiative Construction Manager, the Certified Lead Carpenter is responsible to provide supervision, guidance, planning, support and limited administration to a group of apprentice carpenters performing carpentry in the repair of homes. The Certified Lead Carpenter will provide on the job training that will enable apprentice carpenters to obtain Certification. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 3 $28,145.30-$34,651.03 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for providing administrative support to the Aboriginal Rights and Research Office as well as maintaining organized databases, historical files and program records. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Administrative Assistant diploma or certification with at least three years’ work experience in a related field with Records Management Training or similar professional development certification. The i...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 5 $34,055.81 - $41,927.75 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Case Management Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for assisting clients with applying for financial assistance, advising them of other services and programs available and of their rights and responsibilities under the guidelines of the Community Support Program. QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum two years Social Service Worker Diploma, with preference for a University Degree in Social Work studies under a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Arts;...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 3 $28,145.30 - $34,651.03 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Head Caretaker, with indirect Supervision by the Maintenance Manager the incumbent is responsible for performing and assisting in the general duties pertaining to janitorial, custodial cleaning and the daily operation, maintenance and upkeep of assigned assets equipment, facilities and structures in conjunction with the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Program, that are under the care and control of the Department...
The Cayuga Nation of Indians located in the Seneca Falls, NY area on the Cayuga Territory, has an opening for a Self-motivated, independent, HONEST, Native American. This individual will be responsible for introducing and maintaining the CAYUGA CIGARETTE into the area smoke shops in the Akwesasne territory. Must possess a High School Diploma or GED, must be 18 years or older, requiring reliable transportation (have your own car), ability to work a flexible schedule. Rate of pay will be disclosed upon hiring, which will include mileage. 40...
HCWE is dedicated to Native American Women and their families who are victims or survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The Executive Director will be primarily responsible for coordinating and supervising staff and program activities. The Director is responsible for assisting, collaborating, and establishing cooperative efforts and projects between local community organizations to address the impact of domestic violence and sexual assault in the tribal nations within NYS. This is a full time position and the Executive Director...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 8 $46,991.59 - $57,853.59 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Information Systems Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the analysis, development, maintenance and enhancement of all of the personal and corporate software systems and application servers within MCA. Additional responsibilities include ensuring performance, integrity and security of all of the corporate software systems and application servers within MCA. The Software Developer will be responsible for diagnosing, accessing, circ...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 MARCH BIRTHDAYS: March 17th Patricia Benedict March 17th Madaline Laffin March 19th Catherine Cook March 20th Barbara Hillyard March 20th Florence Patterson March 21st Tom White March 22nd Judy Hampton March 22nd Joyce Gaspe UPCOMING EVENTS: Fri. March 16th 1:00-Trip to IGA, 1:00-Shirley Barse Painting Mon. March 19th 9:30-Senior Games 1:00-Bingo Tues. March 20th 1:00-Fan Making Class 1:00-Shopping Wed. March 21st 10:00-Vital Signs, 1:00-Fan Making Class Thurs. March 22nd 1:00-Fan...
Fri. March 16th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. March 17th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Mon. March 19th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. March 20th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:00 Wed. March 21st No Doctor Lab-8:30-10:00 Thurs. March 22nd No Doctor...
