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Delaware Elder Committee Jewelry Class to be held August 16
The Delaware Elder Committee invites 10 Delaware Tribe of Indians Elders age 55+ to attend a Jewelry Class. You’ll learn to make and EVERY CHILD MATTERS necklace and how to make a Pendant with a large bead.
The class will be held on Saturday August 16th from 12:30 – 4 P.M. in the former FCS meeting room. Sign up by email at delawareeldercouncil2023@gmail.com by August 6th.
General Seasonal Maintenance Worker
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Operations
Employment Status: Seasonal
Class: Full-Time
Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Director of Maintenance
General Description
The General Seasonal Maintenance Worker for the Delaware Tribe of Indians will perform repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. This is a seasonal position.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Related experience preferred.
- On-the-job training offered.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
- Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods standing and walking.
- Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
- Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at a time.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.
- Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
- Plans repair work using building’s blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
- Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
- Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
- Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
- Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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
Farmers Market to be Held July 16 at Delaware Tribe of Indians Community Center
A Farmers Market will be held July 16 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Delaware Tribe of Indians Community Center
Class on Traditional Lenape Teachings First Session To Be Held July 8 & 15
Traditional Lenape Teachings
Preparing for the rites of passage
(Vision Quest – Moon Ceremony)
Classes start on the first and second Tuesdays of July, July 8 & 15 6-8 P.M. The second set of classes will be held on August 5 & 12. Classes will be held at Forsyth Hall on the Tribal campus. The curriculum will be separated into male and female. All Attendees will go through the first set of classes and then we will split to male and female. The first set of classes will be an introduction into the rites of passage, what is being Lenape, the sacred tobacco and Mesingw. The second set of classes will cover the basic skills for your quest at the end, those that perform the quest we will have a short version of the big house ceremony, to allow them to sing or tell of their vision in the Big House Way.
Class will be taught by Elder Steven Donnell and quest elders of both male and female sides. Any questions Contact Steve at 760-401-2056 or email at 1lenapeila@gmail.com
July 2025 Delaware Indian News Is Now Available
The July 2025 issue of the Delaware Indian News is now available online. To view the newspaper, click the link below:
» View July 2025 Delaware Indian News
For other issues of the Delaware Indian News, select Delaware Indian News in the top menu bar.
Dance Practice Thursday July 3 6-8:30 P.M.
Join the Cultural Preservation Committee in the FCS building from 6-8:30 P.M. Thursday May 15 for a meal followed by song & dance practice!
Elders Committee and Historic Preservation Committee Sponsor Presentation on Lenape History July 12
The Elders Committee and the Historic Preservation Committee are sponsoring a presentation entitled Survival of Our Lenape Ancestors in Lenapehoking During Aboriginal and Early Woodland Period, to be presented by Annette Ketchum on Saturday, July 12. The event will be held from 12:30-2:00 P.M. at Forsythe Hall, while also available to attend via Zoom. To RSVP and receive a Zoom link, please email delawareeldercouncil2023@gmail.com. Lunch will be provided for those attending in person.
Cultural Preservation Committee to Hold Arts & Crafts Night June 17th
Do you have a project that you started, but never finished? The Cultural Preservation Committee is hosting an Arts & Crafts Night from 5:30-8:30 P.M. on Tuesday June 17th.Giving our community the opportunity to bring out old projects and see them through. Maybe you have a pair of lènhàksëna (moccasins) you haven’t finished, an ansipëlaon (hair bow) that could be decorated, or even some regalia that needs mending.
Join us for a night of food and fun, as we come together to work on our projects! We will be serving chili dogs!
If you have further questions, please contact lenape.cpc@gmail.com
Dance Practice Thursday May 15 6-8:30 P.M.
Join the Cultural Preservation Committee in the FCS building from 6-8:30 P.M. Thursday May 15 for a meal followed by song & dance practice!
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