sino as a slot relief manager. In 2010 all her hard work paid off as she became the Slot Shift Manager. Rhodes continues to excel in her position and looks forward to the future.
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“Continuing education is a top priority for me,” said Rhodes. “Not all education comes from the classroom, every experience PME has provided along the way has helped continue that education I so desire. With the help from people in the slot department, I have found myself learning new material constantly and feel very privileged to have mentors such as them.”
PME Executive Spotlight On Future Leaders
For Suquamish Tribal Member Veronica Rhodes, the right mix of hands-on training and education are key to long-term success at Clearwater Casino Resort
In 2010 Rhodes found herself participating in Leadership Kitsap to better her leadership skills. In 2011 she received a 40 under 40 award for her exceptional managerial skills and in 2012 she participated in an Executive Management Leadership Course through the University of Washington. Rhodes also completed a 10 day Executive Development Program in Nevada; she had the chance to work with casino executives from around the world on a project based on real world events. Rhodes expressed what an amazing experience the work shop was; with her years of experience she plans to further her education on a daily basis.
by Lisa Rodriguez
All the twists and turns in tribal member Veronica Rhodes’s life have given her the experience and confidence to be the person she is today. In 2003, Rhodes pursued a part time job at Clearwater Casino during her senior year of high school and began her career as a slot cashier. After graduating in 2003 Rhodes became a full time supervisor and applied for the PME Management Internship Program. After being accepted, Rhodes began her schooling at Olympic College and continued her job at the casino. As part of the internship program Rhodes, along with other interns, worked at PME during winter, spring and summer breaks to gain experience. “Being the first person in my family to attend college was definitely a cause for celebration, and I received a lot of support from my loved ones. I am thankful for the opportunities that PME and the Tribe have given me through work and the internship program,” Said Slot Shift
“My intended major is Business Administration. I thoroughly enjoy my current job working as a Shift Manager in the gaming industry and would love to continue my education in business. I intend to remain with PME and to eventually obtain an executive position. A business degree would help me in my path to my eventual goal,” said Rhodes.
Veronica Rhodes is a Slot Shift Manager at Clearwater Casino Resort.
versity of Nevada, Las Vegas, where she spent two years learning about Hotel Administration. In 2008 Rhodes transferred her credits back to Olympic College and received her Associates Degree. She also continued her work at the Clearwater Ca-
Manager Veronica Rhodes. “The experiences I’ve had taught me a lot about what I know and have made me the person I am.” In 2006 Rhodes transferred to the Uni-
The PME Executive Spotlight Series is produced by Port Madison Enteprises Public Relations and Media Coordinator Lisa Rodriguez. She can be reached at (360) 598-8731 or lisarodiriguez@ clearwatercasino.com
Port Madison Enterprises
The following employment opportunities exist with Port Madison Enterprises. # Of Openings 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1
Dept/Position Cage*** Assistant Manager (FT) Soft Count Team Member (PT) Main Bank Cashier (PT)
Salary Range
Opening Date
# Of Openings
Dept/Position
Accounting*** 1 Controller (FT) Security*** 2 Officer (FT) Environmental Services Retail Worker (FT) $10.35 05/30/13 1 Clerk (FT) Food & Beverage Slot*** 08/21/13 Short Order Cook (FT) $11.25 5 Cashier (FT/PT) $ $12.50 08/16/13 Kitchen Steward (FT) 1 Supervisor/Cashier (FT) DMO (PT) $9.75 08/21/13 1 Relief Shift Manager/Supervisor (FT) 07/31/13 Busser (PT) $ $8.65 1 Sr. Technician (FT) Prep Cook (FT) $10.00 07/16/13 Engineering Jr. Engineer (PT) 1 Kiana Lodge Table Games*** Server (PT) $ $8.55 06/25/13 Dual Rate (FT) 2 Prep Cook (PT) $9.50 07/10/13 1 Floor Supervisor (FT) Chef (FT) DOE 07/25/13 3 Dealer (FT/PT) $ 33 TOTAL ***Requires Class IIIA (Tribal & State) $- Tipped Position DOE $10.00 $16.50
06/18/13 05/09/13 05/24/13
Salary Range
Opening Date
DOE
07/26/13
DOE
06/12/13
$10.00
07/03/13
$10.00 DOE DOE DOE
08/05/13 06/05/13 11/29/12 06/17/13
$14.00
08/05/13
DOE DOE DOE
05/03/13 04/29/13 08/14/13
PME APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Port Madison Enterprises applications and Letters of intent must be completed and on file with Human Resource Dept. • All Casino positions require a State and/or Tribal Gaming license; PME pays initial licensing fees for Class II positions. • We accept online applications at www.clearwatercasino.com. If you have questions please contact our Recruiter/Tribal Liaison at (360) 598-8717 or the Job line (360) 598-1360.
Port Madison Enterprises is an agency of the Suquamish Tribe and expressly supports Tribal Preference. Suquamish News
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