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Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Te wá tha hón:ni Corporation Callout for Board Directors (3) in Akwesasne, New York
Te wá tha hón:ni Corporation Callout for Board Directors (3)
Job Closing: Jul 16, 2024
The Te wá tha hón:ni Corporation, wholly owned by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, is federally chartered tribal business corporation under Section 17 of the Indian Reorganization Act. The Corporation is regulated by the Federal Charter of Incorporation and the Board of Directors, composed of six (8) members and one (1) member of Tribal Council and an Alternate to fill in when not available. The Corporation is a legal entity that protects and provides economic security by:
Segregating the Tribal governmental assets and liabilities from Tribal business assets and liabilities through its legal structure; and
Separating the Corporation assets and liabilities from its subsidiary companies, without divesting either the Corporation or the Tribe of privileges and immunities pursuant to legal status under federal and tribal law; and
Pursuing business endeavors through its subsidiaries, regulated by the Saint Regis Mohawk Limited Liability Company (LLC) Ordinance, ratified through Tribal Council Resolution 2007-32. The current subsidiaries companies of the Corporation are: Mohawk Gaming Enterprises, Mohawk Soy, St. Regis Mohawk Builders, and Mohawk Networks.
The Tribal Council selects Board Directors, subject to the final by Tribal Council Resolution. The Board of Directors hold monthly meetings, and special meetings as needed. The Members are compensated $1000/month, subject to change.
In accordance with Section XI of the Charter, candidates do not need to be a member of the SRMT, but must:
a. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age;
b. Be committed to Tribal economic development with experience and expertise in related or relevant areas of business;
c. Possess good moral character; and
d. If successful, submit to background check.
Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the requirements on their letter of interest or resume. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information, contact Cathy Mitchell, Boards and Commissions Manager at 518-358-2272 ext. 2167. Please submit letter of interest and current resume to cathy.mitchell@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail/in person to:
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe
ATTN: Cathy Mitchell
71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way
Akwesasne, NY 13655
CLOSING DATE: July 16, 2024