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Storage

S & K Self-Storage
53205 Hwy 93
Ronan, MT 59864
406/253-1011 or 406/883-4317
Various Sizes Available
Security gate
24-hour keypad access
Located right next to the People’s Center on Hwy. 93
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Business Opportunity

Absolutely recession proof! Earn up to $800/day potential? Your own local vending route. Includes 30 machines and candy for $9,995. (888) 776-3068.
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Men and women of all ages! Earn up to $500 daily part-time. Simple, easy work. No selling. Free exciting report: (800) 507-7222. www.drytechsystems.com Promotion code#: CL14638.
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Education & Training

Truck Driver Training. Complete programs, refresher courses, rent equipment for CDL, Job Placement Assistance. Financial assistance for qualified students. SAGE Technical Services, Billings/Missoula. Classes coming to the Havre area in July. (800) 545-4546.
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Get Crane Trained! Crane/Heavy Equip Training. National Certification prep placement assistance. Financial assistance. Nevada School of Construction, www.Heavy6.com Use Code "MTCNH" (888) 503-8064.
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Financial Services

Quick cash. No Hassle Real Estate Loans. Up to 70% LTV. We specialize in "Non-Bankable Deals" Hard Money Lending With a Conscience. We also buy Private Notes & Mortgages. Creative Finance & Investments, LLC, 406-721-1444; 800-999-4809. Info@creative-finance.com MT Lic. # 000203. 619 SW Higgins, Suite O, Missoula, MT 59803.
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For Sale

STEEL BUILDINGS
Beat price increases! Get quick delivery! Great service & selection on high quality all steel buildings. Sentinel Building Systems, (800) 327-0790 ad 26, www.sentinelbuildings.com
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Rentals

**Bank Foreclosure** 6bd, 2ba. Only $516/mo! Or $64,900! More homes available from $199! 5% dn, 20yrs @ 8%. For listings (800) 620-4861, Ext. T692.
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Real Estate

For sale to CSKT members only: 2.07 acres. Great view of mountains and Flathead Lake in Polson. Call (406) 883-6636 or 212-1699 for photographs and information.
7/3

For Sale: CS&KT Members Only! North Crow Area - Canyon Mill Rd.
35-acres with water
2080 sq. ft. home with garage
Beautiful yard and views
3 out buildings: smaller log barn, large log barn, and Quonset shop
Call for details: 644-2584
7/3

3 Homes for sale in Elmo: The starting price for each home is $77,530. If you are interested please contact Daniel Tromp at 675-4491, Ext. 1529.
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3 bed 2 bath home $10,000! This home will sell fast! For listings (800) 620-4861, Ext. T415.
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New manufactured homes, NOW wholesale prices direct to the public. Save thousands Guaranteed. Free information packet toll-free (866) 467-8811 /para espanol marque ext. seiscientos cuatro.
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Montana’s Best Property June Land Sale! 20ac - County road and utilities - $49,900. 160ac Tracts starting at $650/AC. 300-1000ac ranch lands for cattle, horses, and the best elk and deer area - Under $900/AC. North of Billings, MT. Access to thousands of BLM. Owner financing or pay cash and receive discount. Call (888) 361-3006 or visit www.WesternSkiesLand.com
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Wanted

Wanted: Local Native Band in need of a lead guitar player-vocalist. Music style is classic southern rock/country. If interested please call Terry at 471-6286 or Pasha at 214-2008.
6/19

Want to purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests? Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201.
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Employment

CREDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER
Tribal Credit Office, Pablo, MT - Three (3) year term. Current term expires June 2008. The Tribal Credit Committee meets once per week. Must be an enrolled Tribal member, at least 30 years old. Must have a reputation for industry, dependability, and integrity. Must have at least 3 years of responsible, successful experience in the farm, ranch, business, or administrative field. No person shall be appointed who cannot sustain a successful internal and external credit examination, nor whose personal financial interests will be advanced by the authority to influence loans. $ 75.00 per first two (2) hours of convened meeting - $ 6.25 per hour additional 15 minutes increments. Tribal Council policy adopted in March 2007 states: "An employee of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai who is applying for a board or committee vacancy is required to submit along with the Letter of Interest, a letter signed by the immediate supervisor and the Department Head authorizing the employee to apply for and serve on the board or committee. Any Tribal employee serving on a board or committee that is not directly related to the position the person holds in the Tribal organization, is required to use leave or leave-without-pay to attend all meetings, participate in any activity associated with the board or committee, or for any travel related to the board or committee. Tribal employees may serve on no more than one (1) board at any time." To apply, submit letter of interest with current address and telephone number, which includes three (3) credit reference letters to Jan Gardipe, Personnel Assistant, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855, (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040. Closes 6/20/08.
6/12

PROTECTION OFFICER I
Fish & Game
The successful applicant must possess must posses a High School Diploma or GED. Must posses a current first aid and CPR certificate. Must posses a valid Montana Driver’s License at the time of employment. Completion of basic Police Academy Training, within one year of starting date, other training as prescribed by the Department, and two years of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience and certification in First Aid and CPR. Required to have an annual doctor’s physical examination and a signed doctor’s statement that the incumbent can perform all the physical tasks listed on respective position description. Salary range $12.66 to $14.78 per hour, plus benefits. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or certificates and proof of a valid driver’s license, proof of Tribal enrollment verification if enrolled in a federally recognized other than CSKT to the Tribal Personnel Department or call (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040 for an application. Closing date will be Friday, June 20, 2008. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. CSKT is an Indian Preference Employer.
6/12

S&K Technologies, Inc., an Aerospace Industry Leader, is seeking qualified applicants for the following:
Logistics Specialist, OPR-0163
See www.sktcorp.com for specific requirements. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. This announcement closes Jun 20, 2008. Please reference OPR number. Send resumes to S&K Technologies, Inc., Attn: HR Dept., 309 Osigian Blvd, Warner Robins, GA 31088 or by e-mail, aerospacehr@sktcorp.com. No phone inquiries. S&K Technologies, Inc. is an AA/EEOC/American Indian Hiring Preference employer.
6/12

WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST TRAINEE
Natural Resources Department
The successful applicant must possess a high school or GED is required. College level training in a natural resource field or enrollment in a certified University Wildlife Biology or Wildlife Management program or completion of B.A. or B.S. degree in Wildlife Biology or Wildlife Management at an accredited college or university is preferred. Proven academic performance by the achievement of at least a 2.75 GPA is required. Applicants will be required to pursue and successfully achieve a M.S. in Wildlife Biology or Wildlife Management. Successful applicants will be required to enter into an Education Contract with the Tribes which will specify required coursework, curriculum oversight and requirements for completion of degrees. In addition, the applicant selected must maintain a cumulative grade point average of no less than 3.00 for coursework taken. Seasonal position - June thru September and Winter/Spring breaks. The employee must possess or be eligible for a Montana State Driver’s License and a Federal Driver’s License. Salary range $10.44 to $12.18 per hour. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or certificates, Proof of a valid Montana State driver’s license and Tribal enrollment verification if enrolled in a federally recognized other than CSKT to the Tribal Personnel Department or call 406.675.2700 ext. 1040 for an application. Closing date will be Friday, June 20, 2008. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. CSKT is an Indian Preference Employer.
6/19

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COORDINATOR
American Indian Business Leaders (AIBL) Responsibilities include developing, implementing, maintaining, marketing and evaluating AIBL’s membership through management support, membership benefits, and leadership development services. Successful applicants will have a bachelor’s degree and three years’ experience in marketing and/or membership development, preferably within a nonprofit and/or education setting. Grant funded position: $25,000-$31,000; Location: Missoula, MT. Application deadline: June 30, 2008. Visit: www.aibl.org/careers; Email: shivon.white@aibl.org; Phone: (406) 243-2298. Fax: (406) 243-2086.
6/19

FISHERIES BIOLOGIST I
Natural Resources Department
(Re-advertised due to lack of qualified applicants)
The applicant must B.A. or B.S. degree in Fisheries or closely related science such as Fish and Wildlife Management or Biology is required and at least two (2) years of experience in a related fisheries fieldwork is also required. To qualify, an applicant with a degree other than Fisheries must have included at least nine (9) semester hours (or quarter hour equivalents) in freshwater aquatic subjects (e.g., ichthyology, limnology, fish culture, fisheries techniques, biology of fishes, fisheries management, stream ecology, or aquatic invertebrates) and one of these must have been in Fisheries Management or Fisheries Science OR M.S. degree in fisheries and at least one (1) year of fisheries experience. The Fisheries Biologist I position may require training and certification in the safe use of SCUBA diving equipment and techniques and the safe operation of a motorboat, both in large lakes and swift rivers. The employee must be eligible for a Montana driver’s license, and be insurable under the Tribes’ policy. Required to have an annual doctor’s physical examination and a signed doctor’s statement indicating that the incumbent can perform all the physical tasks listed this respective position description. Submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant academic transcripts and training certificates, copy of a valid driver’s license and Tribal enrollment verification if enrolled in a federally recognized other than CSKT submit to the Personnel Department. Salary range: $18.67 to $21.80 per hour, plus benefits. May be employed under a contract. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribe, must pass pre-hire drug testing. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040. Closing date: Friday, June 27, 2008. CSKT is an Indian Preference Employer.
6/19

WILDLIFE HABITAT RESTORATION & MITIGATION SPECIALIST
Natural Resources Department
(Re-advertised due to a lack of qualified applicants)
The successful applicant must possess a BS or BA in Restoration Ecology, Restoration Botany, Resource Conservation, or closely related field; Two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master’s Degree, or a Master’s or equivalent graduate degree in Restoration Botany, Plant Science or Ecology, or Rangeland Ecology, or closely related field. The graduate level education or degree requirement can be substituted for with three additional years of work experience directly related to restoration ecology or restoration botany. A minimum of 3 years of experience in planning and implementing resource management, restoration and/or mitigation activities with specialized experience in wetland and riparian restoration preferred (5 years minimum if no graduate education or degree); A minimum of 2 years of experience in managing crews of 4 or more workers (can coincide with above experience). May be employed under contract - Salary range $18.67 to $21.80 per hour, plus benefits. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or certificates and proof of a valid driver’s license, Tribal enrollment verification if enrolled in a federally recognized other than CSKT to the Tribal Personnel Department or call (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040 for an application. Closing date will be Friday, July 18, 2008. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. CSKT is an Indian Preference Employer.
7/10

Bilingual Kindergarten in Beijing seeks Senior Education Officer. Qualifications: 5-15 years educational management experience, BA degree+. Must be motivated to understand and contribute to China’s dynamic culture. Successful candidate will have proven leadership and organizational skills. Benefits: Roundtrip airfare, competitive salary, 100% Int’l medical insurance, tuition waivers. Email: sarahm@etonkids.com
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Resort in the little Belt Mountains hiring all positions. Must be honest, able to multitask. Willing to train right individuals. Call Kurt or Karla (406) 236-5922.
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MT Dept. of Labor & Industry seeking Building Inspectors: 2 Plumbing Inspectors (66205557 - Lewistown & 66205109 - Eastern MT). Electrical Inspector 66205078 - Havre. FT, Benefits, $14.06-$17.57/hr. For complete details & application materials, contact MT Job Service visit http://dli.mt.gov/ email: dliapps@mt.gov or phone (406) 444-3710. Deadline for apps is 6/17/08. EEO.
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MT Dept. of Labor & Industry, Safety Bureau, Helena, MT is recruiting for: Occupational Safety & Health Specialist 66204621, $36,187-$47,615/yr. Supervisor 66204506, $38,768-$51,689/yr. For complete details & application materials, contact MT Job Service, visit http://dli.mt.gov email: dliapps@mt.gov or phone 444-3710. Deadline for apps is 6/17/08 EEO.
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Compliance Specialist #66204475, $14.49-$18.12/hr. Dept. of Labor & Industry, Workers’ Comp Regulations Bureau, Billings, MT. Ed/exp equiv to Bachelor in business admin or human resource & 1yr exp conducting investigations, analyzing data & making decisions. Construction & trucking industry exp is useful. Requires travel. For complete details & application materials, contact MT Job Service, visit www.dli.mt.gov or http://dli.mt.gov/jobopenings/, email dliapps@mt.gov or phone (406) 444-3710. Deadline for apps is 6/18/08. EEO.
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DRIVERS Rocky Mountain Doubles! $1,000 sign-on bonus! Regional Runs, home weekly. LCV Certification or 6 months prior doubles experience required. Call today (866)400-5636. www.SwiftTruckingJobs.com
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Nat’l Organization Now Hiring. Avg. pay $20/hour or $57K/yr. including Federal Benefits and OT. Placed by adSource (866) 918-8545.
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Public Notices

** Request For Proposals Extended **
CSKT Wildland Recreation Program

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, Wildland Recreation Program is requesting commercial vendor proposals from interested small businesses or individuals to operate temporary retail or food concessions at the new Ravalli Hill Interpretive Center on Highway 93. The intent is to lease daily, weekly, monthly or for the entire season, numerous vendor spaces on an as-needed or when available basis during June, July and August of 2008. Well-qualified concession vendors may be offered a lease fee reduction or wavier for on site restroom cleaning services. Minimum RFP bid lease fees are set at $15/day for 100 sq. ft. concession space without electricity. Successful bidders may be required to post a performance bond or prepay lease amount.
The RFP proposal shall include:
    A . Concession business description with space requirements and other special setup or service needs.
    B. Proof of liability insurance and food service permit (if applicable).
    C. Three references for the individual or business involved with the proposal.
    D. Period(s) of proposed operation (calendar days) and daily hours.
    E. Proposal or interest in trading restroom cleaning for lease payment.
    F. Bid for concession proposal.
This is an Indian preference bid and Tribal contractors/businesses who wish to receive Indian preference must obtain a certification by the Indian preference office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to submission of the bids. This certification must be included with your RFP response.
All proposals will become the property of the CSKT Wildland Recreation Program. The Tribes reserve the right to accept and reject or negotiate any element of any proposals received. The successful bidders will be required to meet all contract/lease requirements including proof of liability insurance, workers comp coverage or exemption, and dispute resolution in CSKT Tribal Court (if necessary).
Questions may be directed to Tom McDonald or Lester Bigcrane at 675-2700 extension 7288 or 7289. Proposals should be mailed to Wildland Recreation Program, Attention Lester Bigcrane, PO Box 278, Pablo, Mt. 59855.
The Tribes are requesting that all proposals be submitted or postmarked by June 27, 2008.
6/26

INVITATION FOR BIDS
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are accepting bids for an organizational wide audit for Fiscal Year 2008 (October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2008).
The audit is to be in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, the standards set forth for financial audits in the General Accounting Office (GAO) Government Auditing Standards, the provisions of the Federal Single Audit Act of 1984, and U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars A-133 Audits of State and Local Governments and Non-Profit Organizations and A-86 Cost Principles for State, Local and Indian Tribes.
Audits bids must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, July 11, 2008. The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes reserve the right to accept, negotiate or reject any or all bids.
Firms interested in obtaining a bid package may contact William Bjarko, Comptroller, at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1375.
6/12

INVITATION FOR BIDS
Montana Department of Transportation
Sealed bids for construction of the following project(s) will be received by the Montana Department of Transportation, Contract Plans Bureau, Room 101, 2701 Prospect, Helena, Montana until 9:00 a.m. on June 26, 2008, the bids being publicly opened and read thereafter at 10:00 a.m. in the Department’s auditorium.
5. 2002-Signal-Palmer St-Missoula
    HSIP 8128(5)
    Traffic signals, seal & cover, sidewalks, signing on the 2002-Signal-Palmer St.- Missoula project in Missoula County. The project is located on the west side of Missoula at the intersection of West Broadway (U-8128) and Palmer Street.
6. SF079 Lt Turn Ln-E of Bonner
    HSIP 24-1(64)11
    The installation of two left-turn lanes on the SF079 Left Turn Lane - East of Bonner project located in Missoula County. The project begins at RP 10.8 west of the private approach to McNamara’s Landing and continues east along National Highway Route 24/MT 200 to RP 11.4 east of the intersection with Johnsrud Park Road.
9. SF069-Pave Mark-2nd St E-Kal
    HSIP 6715(4)
    Signing and pavement markings on the SF069-Pavement Markings-2nd St E-Kalispell project located within the Kalispell city limits in Flathead County. The project is located at the intersection of Woodland Avenue and 2nd Street E/Conrad Drive.
Bid documents and instructions to bidders may be obtained from the Contract Plans Bureau. These documents may be requested by FAX (406) 444-7236 (see order form), by mail, by downloading at the following web site: http://www.mdt.mt.gov/business/contracting.shtml under the "Letting Info" dropdown and "Bid Packages" link, or by calling (406) 444-6216, 6212, 6215 or TTY 444-7696.
Any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement is subject to all appropriate state and federal civil rights laws. The prime and subcontractors are required to pay the wage rates set out in the bid proposal.
MDT will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin or sex in the award, performance or administration of any MDT contract or in the administration of its DBE program (49 CFR Part 26). MDT attempts to provide reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person participating in any service, program or activity of the department. Alternate accessible formats of this document will be provided upon request. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in MDT bid lettings, call the Civil Rights Bureau at 444-6331 or TTY (406) 444-7696 [TTY (800) 335-7592 (toll free)].
MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Nancy Espy - Chairperson
Jim Lynch - Montana Transportation Commission Director of Transportation
6/12

Public Notice - Proposed Stream Restoration Project
Phase 2 - Jocko River Demonstration Reach

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT), Fisheries Management Program is starting the environmental review process for a proposal to restore and rehabilitate approximately 5,375 feet of channel to appropriate form and dimensions. Treatments would be consistent with the Tribes’ annual work plans and habitat mitigation documents. The proposal was designed to compliment the CSKT’s bull trout restoration efforts in the Jocko drainage. The proposal will begin during summer 2008. Work could continue at appropriate time periods through fall 2009. Tasks would be similar to the work conducted in the Phase 1 restoration project. Examples include reconfiguring portions of the channel; restoring secondary channels; restoring water to historic wetlands; placing log vanes, boulders, and other structures at appropriate sites; and planting, seeding, and integrated weed management. Monitoring, evaluation, and routine maintenance would continue after that time.
The public is invited to participate in planning. Please submit scoping comments by 26 June 2008. The mailing address is NEPA Program, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. If you have any questions or concerns, or want further information, please contact Rose Leach, NEPA coordinator, (406) 675-2700 extension 7236, rosel@cskt.org, or stop by the Natural Resources Department at 301 Main Street in Polson, Montana.
6/19

PUBLIC SALE
S&K Self-Storage

The contents in spaces #7, #11, #26, #27, #28, #24 located at S&K Self-Storage, 56749 Hwy 93, Ronan, MT 59864, will be sold on June 21, 2008, AT 9 A.M.: Cash, 48-hour removal. For further information call Reonna Soto, S & K Holding Company, at (406) 883-4317.
6/19