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UPDATE: Absentee Ballot Requests Deadline Extended to October 18
2024 Election Bulletin
Election Day is the first Saturday in November
(3) Tribal Council seats, (1) Trust Board Chair, (3) Trust Board seats, and (2) Appellate Tribal Judge seats are up for election. (Seats up for election)
All registered voters can choose either to vote in person or vote by Absentee Ballot via US Mail
All Tribal members that voted in the last three consecutive elections will automatically receive an Absentee Ballot.
Tribal members not voting in the last three consecutive elections wanting to vote by Absentee Ballot will need to ensure their request for an Absentee Ballot is received by October 4, 2024. There will be (1) polling location to cast your vote in person:
- Location to be determined within 30 days but not more than 45 days prior to the election date
Filing window for candidates to declare for a specific office is August 1 until September 1, 2024. All candidate declaration forms must be submitted by U.S. Mail ONLY to Delaware Tribe Election Board, P.O. Box 1198 Bartlesville, OK 74005 and post marked by September 1.
All requests for Absentee Ballots must be received by October 18, 2024 (UPDATED) to receive a ballot via US Mail. Request forms must be submitted by U.S. Mail ONLY to Delaware Tribe Election Board, P.O. Box 1198 Bartlesville, OK 74005.
Your tribal registration number appears with your name on the mailing label of this and all election correspondence.
Please take time to vote. Make your voice count! Encourage your Delaware Tribal friends, family and neighbors near and far to vote as well. Wanishi!
Delaware Election Board
Documents and Forms
Declaration of Candidacy Form 2024
October 2024 Delaware Indian News Is Now Available
The October 2024 issue of the Delaware Indian News is now available online. To view the newspaper, click the link below:
» View October 2024 Delaware Indian News
For other issues of the Delaware Indian News, select Delaware Indian News in the top menu bar.
General Ranch Manager
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Delaware Tribe Ranch LLC
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time plus housing & other benefits
Location: Sedan, KS (Primary); occasional reporting to HQ in Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Delaware Tribe Ranch Board
General Description
The Ranch Manager is primarily responsible for carrying out the day-to-day operations of the of the Delaware Tribe Ranch. The Ranch Manager shall also be the primary supervisory authority over all subordinate ranch personnel. This is a Salary position and sometimes may require travel, or occasional overtime on evenings and/or weekends.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- No prior felony convictions. No misdemeanor convictions within one year of application date. No convictions for any crime involving domestic violence, sexual assault, dishonesty, or fraud. No pending criminal charges.
- Minimum 5 years ranching experience or agricultural equivalent.
- Must possess extensive knowledge of feeding, working, and doctoring cattle.
- Working knowledge of sheep, goats, and/or buffalo preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge of best grass management practices, including rotational grazing and weed control management required.
- Must be able to carry out the physical demands of hands-on ranching labor.
- Must be self-motivated, honest, hardworking, and able to work well with others.
- Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics
- Requires a high level of problem solving, organization skills, and must be a self-starter
- Requires good interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
Duties and Responsibilities
- Carrying out all day-to- day ranch operations of the Delaware Tribe Ranch.
- Feeding, doctoring, working cattle and checking cattle daily.
- Repairing and maintaining all fences/gates and keeping all facilities/equipment in good working order.
- Overseeing all subordinate ranch personnel.
- Maintaining a working relationship with hunters who may lease the property and other contractors hired to maintain or do work on the Delaware Tribe Ranch.
- Supervising visitors to the Delaware Tribe Ranch and providing ranch tours as necessary.
- Providing written and oral reports to the Tribal Council and Delaware Tribe Ranch Board.
- Keeping accurate and up to date cattle, equipment, and expenditure records and reports to provide to the Tribal Council and Delaware Tribe Ranch Board.
- Assisting the Delaware Tribe Ranch Board in preparing an annual business report and budget.
- Attending monthly Delaware Tribe Ranch Board meetings to report and discuss ranch operations.
- Other duties as assigned by the Delaware Tribe Ranch Board.
Indian Preference Policy
In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC, Section 47), Indian Preference will be observed in hiring.
TO APPLY
Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resources Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Human Resources at jobs@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.
Human Resources Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Administrative Assistant
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Family & Children Services
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Location: Caney, KS
Immediate Supervisor: Family & Children Services Director
General Description
The Administrative Assistant will provide support services to the division director and team in all aspects of departmental needs and requirements. They will be the first point of contact for clients via phone and in person. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for checking people in for appointments and court, assist director and coordinators, check mail/receive packages, orders office supplies/materials, and take child support payments.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of secretarial/administrative experience; high school diploma required
- Must be skilled in working with sensitive issues, possess a commitment to respecting the confidential nature of the work, and abide by the Delaware Tribe of Indians policy on confidentiality. Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics.
- Must have a demonstrated problem-solving approach to concerns and challenges.
- The ideal candidate would be extremely organized and detail oriented.
- Must display proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and overall general computer skills.
- Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills are essential, along with strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be dependable, reliable and trustworthy
- Must possess experience in dealing with individuals in crisis and be client focused; can defuse tense situations.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Job Responsibilites
- Provide clerical support on behalf of the division.
- Greet the public, answer and respond to telephone calls and emails in a polite and timely manner.
- Receive and distribute program applications.
- Have a generalized knowledge of services provided to assist customers by providing them departmental information, including directing customers to other Delaware programs and services.
- Maintain the programs’ visitor, mail, and correspondence logs.
- Work with the Transitional Housing Coordinator to recruit and manage Family and Chil-dren Services volunteers and facilitate the volunteer Community Engagement Board.
- Work with the Outreach Coordinator to assist with coordination of the division and tribal representation, logistics, and scheduling for community events and outreach activities.
- Work with Program Director and Coordinators to track program activities and report data per grant requirements.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Family & Children Services
Indian Preference Policy
In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC, Section 47), Indian Preference will be observed in hiring.
TO APPLY
Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resources Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Human Resources at jobs@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.
Human Resources Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Blue Whale Materials Selected for Grant to Expand Bartlesville Facility
Blue Whale Materials Selected for $55 Million DOE Award Negotiation to Expand Bartlesville, OK Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Facility
Investment Will Expand Operations to Process up to 50,000 Tons of Li-ion Feedstock Annually. Approximately $3M to Go Towards Workforce Development and Community Outreach
Bartlesville, OK – September 20, 2024 – Blue Whale Materials (BWM), a leader in advanced lithium-ion battery recycling, has been selected for negotiation of an award of over $55 million from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Battery Materials Processing and Battery Manufacturing Program.
The selection is part of BWM’s larger $110 million expansion initiative, which will enable BWM’s Bartlesville, Oklahoma state-of-the-art facility to process up to 50,000 tons of battery feedstock annually and produce enough valuable critical minerals to power over 100,000 electric vehicles annually.
The expanded operations will convert 3.5 times more end-of-life batteries and production scrap into Blacksand™, a high-purity, dry, mixed-metal precursor that stands apart from conventional black mass. This state-of-the-art process recovers up to 98% of the cobalt and nickel in lithium-ion batteries and production scrap and significantly reduces contaminants such as aluminum, copper, and fluorine – resulting in a high metal recovery rate and creating an optimized input for downstream metal refiners and battery material manufacturers.
BWM is a portfolio company of Ara Partners, a global private equity firm that is decarbonizing the industrial economy. By scaling up operations, BWM will further establish itself as a leading supplier of critical minerals for electric vehicle manufacturers, battery producers, and energy storage companies. The expansion is another meaningful step toward creating a closed loop and sustainable feedstock solutions for spent lithium-ion batteries.
The expansion is expected to create 150 permanent jobs and 180 construction jobs, boosting local employment in Bartlesville and will help contribute to the state’s sustainable growth.
Approximately $3M of the grant would go towards workforce development and community outreach through expanded partnership programs with The Delaware Tribe of Indians, Blue Star Recyclers, Tri County Tech, and James Emmett and Company.
“The DOE’s backing underscores the importance of building a sustainable and resilient supply chain for critical minerals right here in the U.S.,” said BWM CEO Robert Kang. “This expansion not only supports our mission but also fuels economic growth in Bartlesville, a historic energy community.”
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt expressed his support for the project: “The State of Oklahoma welcomes this additional investment to expand the Blue Whale Materials li-ion battery recycling plant in Bartlesville. This investment aligns with our state’s focus on self-sufficiency in critical materials production and will bring quality jobs and investment to Oklahoma.”
“This selection for award by DOE’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains is further validation of BWM’s pioneering battery recycling process, and Ara Partners is proud to have partnered with Blue Whale Materials to submit the proposal for award. Government partnerships are essential to decarbonize the industrial economy and increase U.S. manufacturing capabilities,” said Reese Goldsmith, Head of Government Affairs for Ara Partners.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Elizabeth Norton
Brunswick Group
(202) 290-6408
For more information about Blue Whale Materials, please visit www.bluewhalematerials.com
2024 Delaware Tribe Election Candidate Forum to be Held October 19
Save the Date
When: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where: Forsythe Hall
Delaware Tribal Complex
Here is your opportunity to hear the views and plans of the candidates for Tribal Council, Trust Board Chair, Trust Board and Appellate Judge. Hosted by the League of Women Voters.
Questions may be submitted beforehand to tribe@delawaretribe.org by October 11, 2024.
Opportunity Available for Conservation Fellowship at Penn Museum
Lënapeyok! Here is a fantastic opportunity for a tribal citizen.
This is an 8-week, paid fellowship to work with our tribal artifacts being prepared for an exhibition at Penn Museum in Philadelphia, PA.
Even though it states that you need certain skills, those are flexible.
We need someone to take care of our items and it could be you!
Please follow the link for more information and to apply!
NOTICE: For Delaware Korean War Veterans (UPDATED CRITERIA)
UPDATE: Change in Criteria
Any veteran deceased or alive that served in Korea from 1950-55 in-country or in Naval operations supporting NATO are eligible for the award. Veterans or Family members may fill out the application with proof (DD214). Applications must be turned in to the Lenape Veterans Office by October 11. The Awardees will be notified of date and location of the awards ceremony. The next date will be November 2 in Tulsa. Please send all applications to:
Steven Donnell c/o Lenape Veterans Center
Delaware Tribe of Indians
5100 Tuxedo Blvd
Bartlesville OK 74006
Are You A Korean War Veteran?
If you’re a Korean War Veteran that served in Korea in 1950-53, the South Korean government would like to thank you for your service with the Ambassador for Peace Medal presented by the Emissary of the South Korean government.
Please contact American Legion Adjutant Kim Vincent at
(405) 282-2589 (Office) or (619) 807-8431 (Cell)
Or contact Steven Donnell, Service Officer, at (760) 401-2056 (Cell).
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