The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe is working towards attaining self-sufficiency and to better serve the needs of Akwesasne community members. The keys to self-sufficiency are sound economic development and the provision of essential government services to tribal members. The Tribe strives to strengthen tribal government, while at the same time maintaining traditional Mohawk values.
Since 1973, the Tribal Council has received federal and state funds for a variety of tribally administered programs, all of which employ primarily Mohawk people. Today, the Tribe administers more than 180 state and federal-funded programs that provide essential programs and services to the Akwesasne community.
The Tribe, its two gaming operations--Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and Mohawk Bingo Palace and the First Americans IGA directly employ nearly 1,400 Natives and non-Natives, making it one of the largest employers in Northern New York State. It's 120 tribally registered business employ hundreds more and licensed enterprises provide vital revenue that supports health and senior services, Boys & Girls Club, fire and police departments, and a host of other community programs.
Upcoming events
Ohiarihko:wa/July
2 - Dancing Through the Years - Black Tie Event
3 - Independence Day
Tribal Offices Closed - Transfer Station Open
4 - Transfer Station Closed
9 - Akwesasne Employment Resource Center Ribbon Cutting and Open House
11 - Tribal Monhtly Meeting - 10 am - Community Building
19 - PBS Showing - Maria Tallchief - 1 pm
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Employment
Per Diem Direct Support Staff
IRA Homes - Family Support
Deadline: 07-02-09
Family Nurse Practitioner
IHS Medical Clinic
Deadline: 07-17-09
Tribal Gaming Inspector Manager
Tribal Gaming Commission
Deadline: 07-19-09
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Gaming Positions
IT Application Specialist
Deadline: 07-14-09
Housekeeper
Open
until filled
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News & Releases
St. Regis Tribal Police Respond to Shots Fired
Persons of Interest Have Been Identified
06-26-09
St. Regis Tribal Election Board Announces Official Election Results
Voters Elect New Chief and Decide Referendums
06-12-09
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Holds Special Tribal Meeting
Community Members, Tribal Officials Discuss Border Situation
06-11-09
St. Regis Tribal Election Board Announces Unofficial Election Results - Voters Elect New Chief and Decide Referendums
06-06-09
St. Regis Tribal Council Offers Support to Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs
Cooperation and Discussions are Keys to Resolving Issues
06-01-09
Tribe Cancels Fireworks This Year
Financial Needs in Community Being Prioritized
06-01-09
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Downloads
Land Acquisition and Sales Policy - Draft
4-30-09
Animal Control Ordinance - Draft
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