The Human Resource Department is dedicated to developing our workforce through the application of sound personnel policies. We will strive to continually provide an equitable work environment for our employees through fair and impartial employment practices. We are determined to encourage pride, respect, confidence, and dignity throughout the workforce.
Mission Statement:
The Ute Indian Tribe Personnel System is designed to recruit hire and maintain the most competent possible work force for the achievement of the objectives of the tribe. The effective management of a personnel system as designed herein will insure job security, training and development, and constant improvement for the employees of the Ute Indian Tribe and the Ute Tribe itself.
Our Staff:
- Director: Austin McCook
- Administer and implement HR policies and procedures
- Align a strong workforce to align with needs of tribal membership
- Emergency Employment/WIOA Coordinator
- Training Coordinator/Background Adjudicator: Fololina Tauaalo
- Coordinating employee training and opportunities
- Develop training plans
- Process Criminal Background Checks
- Employment ID badges and tribal driver’s license
- Administrative Assistant: Rachel Shore
- Workman’s Comp filings
- New Hire Orientation
- Scheduling Interviews
- Benefits Coordinator/Adjudication Coordinator: See HR Director for assistance
- Administer health benefits
- Benefits enrollment
- Assist with billing questions
Contact Us:
Office: Phone: 435-725-4009
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 190 Fort Duchesne, UT 84026
