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Sault Tribe Increases Minimum Wage PDF Print E-mail
Saturday, 23 September 2006

The Sault Tribe announced they will follow the State's lead and increase their minimum wage in an effort to recognize dedicated Sault Tribe team members and to remain competitive for jobs in the eastern Upper Peninsula. 

wAs a sovereign nation, federally recognized tribes in Michigan are not required to follow state mandates such as minimum wage; however, the Sault Tribe is in agreement that minimum wage increases are justifiable due to a weakening economy.

Minimum wage increases for Sault Tribe team members are scheduled to take effect on October 1. Starting wages will be increased from $5.15 to $6.95 per hour, equating to an increase of $1.80.

Human Resources Director Cheryl Bernier stated, "I think this is a great opportunity for the Tribe to continue to be the employer of choice in the eastern Upper Peninsula and will certainly allow us to be competitive in our recruiting efforts".

According to the Human Resources Department, the increase will currently affect approximately 225 team members with the majority being Kewadin Casino employees. The Sault Tribe is also adjusting the wage grid of entry level positions to keep parody among those with similar job duties.

Tribal Chairperson Aaron Payment added, "I am pleased we are in the position to offer our front-line team members this increase, as it will benefit them the most."

Tony Goetz, Chief Operating Officer of Kewadin Casinos also stated, "The wage increases will impact approximately 151 casino employees who work in primarily non-tipped positions. Additionally, some of the positions that currently have starting wages that are just slightly above the new minimum wage will also be adjusted. All current team members in departments where the starting wage is being adjusted, will receive some sort of hourly pay increase. We are very pleased that the change will impact many of our front-line workers, whom are the backbone of our many successes enjoyed here at Kewadin Casinos."

The Sault Tribe offers a competitive benefit package including 401k, health insurance, long-term disability, supplemental insurance, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. To view the latest job openings click here

 
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