Welcome to the month of December!
In S'Klallam and in this meaning it is pronounced: hop-ss-chi-ah-neng
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Please join us in Welcoming our New Hires. Happy Holidays!
First up we have Elizabeth Townsend. She has accepted the position of ECE Infant Toddler Classroom Assistant for the Early Childhood Education Department.
What work experience would you like to share with your new co-workers?
My first job at 16 was working at a childcare center giving me a professional perspective with children. I grew up on Salmon Berries Lane with all sorts of kids and already having 8 siblings. Now I have two children of my own! Yay!
How long have you lived/worked in the area?
I've lived on Salmon Berries Lane from birth - 7yrs I believe and moved back at 20 years old to Tidewind Loop. Acquired a job at the front desk with Leanne then the wellness, and then NR, now ECE!
What are two interesting facts about you that you would like to share?
I enjoy beading
I desire to remain curious
Next we have Cassandra Tom. She has accepted the position of EC Classroom Assistant On-Call for the Early Childhood Education Department. Welcome Cassandra!
What work experience do you want to share with your new co-workers?
My experience started mostly by babysitting at about 12 years old and at 21 I became a mom. I have attended a parenting class as well in the last 5 years.
How long have you lived/worked in the area?
I grew up in Boston and lived here until I was 14 years old. Then I moved away for 16 years. About 2 years ago I moved back home to Poulsbo.
What are two interesting facts about you that you would like to share?
I can be annoying sometimes.
I enjoy volleyball and walking.
Please give a warm Welcome to Melanie Winnett! Melanie has accepted the position of Accounts Receivable Clerk for the Port Gamble Health Center.
What work experience would you like to share with your new co-workers?
Accts Receivable Asst. for many years
Property Management
Safety & laws pertaining to jobs currently working with.
How long have you lived/worked in the area?
Moved to Kitsap County 2004 for a raise/promotion to managing my own properties (apartments) in Bremerton.
What are two interesting facts about you that you would like to share?
I am a resourceful person. Can almost always figure out ways to overcome an issue/emergency.
I work with woods creating wood decor.
Alright! Next up we have Leilani Donaldson who has accepted the position of Elder's Assistant Cook for the Elder's Center. Welcome Leilani!
What work experience would you like to share with your new co-workers?
I would like my co-workers and Boss to know that I am over joyed to be invited onto the Elder Center Staff. It means a whole lot to my heart.
How long have you lived/worked in the area?
I have been back home in Washing since right after Christmas 2018
What are two interesting facts about you that you would like to share?
I would like to learn to crochet baby stuff and I love walking and would love to go to a waterfall sometime soon.
Peace, Love & Joy
Please welcome Brady Brann. Brady is an in house hire and accepted the position of Housing Construction and Maintenance Laborer with the Port Gamble Housing Authority Department. Welcome to your new position Brady!
How long have you worked for the Tribe?
1 year
What excites you most about your newly acquired position?
Learning a new trade
And last but definitely not least, Please Welcome Julie Raymond! Julie has accepted the position of Environmental Program Manager in the Tribe's Natural Resources Department. Welcome Julie! We wish you the best in your new role.
What work experience would you like to share with new co-workers?
I have leadership experience on large and small interdisciplinary project teams at local, regional and international levels in Environmental policy, climate change and partnership contexts.
How long have you live/worked in the area?
I just moved to the are to take this position.
What are two interesting facts about you that you would like to share?
I love the outdoors and travel.
