Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Meet Associate of the Quarter, Michael Miller, Receptionist Customer Care, Durant HQ (Integrated Services). Q - What makes you proud to be a Choctaw Member and how has that impacted you and your career with the CNO? A - "Being a Choctaw Member fills me with great pride, especially as it allows me to witness firsthand the mission in action within CNO. It's an honor to contribute to the tribe, knowing that my great great grandfather, Ben Carterby, was one of the original Code Talkers and my ancestors who paved the way before me. Working for the tribe has allowed me to play a small role in supporting our members, which has been incredibly rewarding. This connection has not only shaped my career but has also fueled my personal growth, instilling a deep sense of pride in my Choctaw heritage." Join our team today by applying at careers.choctawnation.com.

Inter-Tribal Council announced on July 11 the "Wildlife Management Reciprocity Agreement," which enables Choctaw, Chickasaw, Cherokee, and Muscogee Creek tribal members with licenses issued through their tribe the ability to hunt and fish on participating tribe's reservations. This is a monumental step forward for tribal sovereignty by protecting the respective tribe's sovereign right and authority to manage reservation lands and increase access for tribal members. For more information, visit bit.ly/4f3sJyS. View our FAQ at https://lnkd.in/gVt5Sr9s.

Meet Associate of the Quarter, Abigail Pack, Internal Communications Manager, Durant HQ (Marketing & Communications). Q - Tell us about your journey with the CNO and how it has impacted you today. A - "The Choctaw Nation’s core values, dedication to its associates, and opportunity for growth is what initially drew me to the organization. During my time working at CNO, I have had the opportunity to use my skillset to support the Nation’s mission and vision. I have also gotten to work with and learn from many associates in different areas across the Nation to work towards achieving CNO’s strategic goals, because together we’re more. Working for the Choctaw Nation has been an incredible experience, and I am excited for what the future holds!" Join our team today by applying at careers.choctawnation.com!

Even as a child, Kelbie Kennedy always knew she was meant to serve others. Today, as the first ever National Tribal Affairs Advocate for FEMA, she is making a difference in the lives of disaster survivors in tribal communities across the U.S. Follow her journey from Buffalo Valley, Oklahoma to Washington, D.C. at www.togetherweremore.com. #TWM #TogetherWereMore

Do you love working out but hate paying hundreds of dollars a year for a gym membership? We have good news for you! The Choctaw Nation operates 12 Wellness Centers throughout the reservation. These facilities offer state-of-the-art exercise equipment, walking tracks, fitness classes, CrossFit and more. Wellness Centers are available free of charge to all tribal members, associates, CDIB holders of any federally recognized tribe and members of the military. Spouses and dependents up to age 26 are also welcome to use the facilities free of charge. Learn more our top benefits at https://lnkd.in/gfyNCyrm.

Here at the Choctaw Nation, we believe in doing the right things for the right reasons. Every decision we make is based on the impact we have, not just in the present but also for future generations. Our core values keep us focused on doing the most good for tribal members, associates and our community partners. Core Values: - Faith - Family - Culture - Honor - Accountability - Responsibility - Teamwork - Servant Leadership - Integrity Learn more about our core values and our mission at https://lnkd.in/gXimQ_Jy.

Our Employee Education Assistance benefit is our way of showing commitment and support for professional development and educational initiatives for all CNO associates, both full-time and part-time. The EEAP provides financial assistance to an accredited college or university for associate degrees all the way up to doctorate degrees in fields that can reasonably be expected to lead to job advancement within the Choctaw Nation. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gG3Zuwnk.

The Journal Record released the 2024 Native American Power List, where Chief Gary Batton, Janie Dillard, and other Choctaw Tribal Members were recognized. Learn more at, https://bit.ly/4bTfnmx.

Choctaw tribal member Tye Baker was one of 12 additional members appointed to the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council (WHEJAC), a federal advisory committee that works to address the climate crisis at home and abroad. Baker has served Choctaw Nation for 20 years and currently serves as the Senior Director of the Environmental Protection Service. Learn more at bit.ly/3yLdPfK.

The Choctaw Nation participated in Gallagher’s 2023 U.S. Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey and was identified as an organization that excelled in implementing successful strategies for managing people and programs. CNO was recognized for its comprehensive framework for strategically investing in benefits, compensation and employee communication to support the health, financial security and career growth of its employees at a sustainable cost structure. A U.S. Best-in-Class Employer, The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma was assigned points based on its relative performance in: • Plan horizons for benefits and compensation strategies • Extent of the wellbeing strategy • Turnover rate for full-time equivalents (FTEs) • Completion of a workforce engagement survey • Use of an HR technology strategy and its level of sophistication • Difference in healthcare costs over the prior year • Use of a communication strategy