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Licensee Frequetly Asked Questions:

What are my responsibilities as an STGC License holder?

As a Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission license holder, you have agreed to the following:

  • To adhere to the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission Regulations
  • To notify the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission within five (5) working days of:
    • All arrest, detention, charges, indictments, court orders and/or summons to answer for a criminal offense violation for any reason whatsoever. Except minor traffic offenses.
    • All contact and/or questioning from any city, state, federal or other law enforcement agencies, Commissions, or Committees. Except minor traffic offenses and contact with the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission.
    • Any outside employment/business ventures. To include partnerships or the purchase of a business.

When can I renew my STGC Gaming License?

You may renew your license thirty (30) days before your expiration date.

I have had police contact, how do I disclose what has happend?

Please visit the Employee Licensing section for a disclosure form and instructions how to setup an appointment . You will have five (5) working days from the incident to disclose the information.
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      Licensing Fees

      Download Fee Schedule

      Operation Employee Licensing

      Tier

      Description

      Application Fee

      Renewal Fee

      Payment Option
      V General Manager $750/New License $375/Year Payroll Deduction or Cash
      IV Director $600/New License $300/Year Payroll Deduction or Cash
      III Manager* $250/New License $125/Year Payroll Deduction or Cash
      II High Security $100/New License $50/year Payroll Deduction or Cash
      I Low Security $50/New License $25/Year Payroll Deduction or Cash

      *Includes Managers, Senior Managers and PMO's not a tier IV or V

      Miscellaneous

      Description

      Applies to

      Amount

      Payment Option
      Fingerprint Processing Operation Employees and Vendor Technicians $20 Check, Money Order or Cash*
      License Replacement Operation Employees $40 Check, Money Order or Cash*

      *Made payable to Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission

      Vendors

      Applies to

      Description

      Amount

      Payment Option
      On-site Vendor Technicians New License $40 Check or Money Order*
      Remote Vendor Technicians New License $40 Check or Money Order*

      *Made payable to Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission

      Employee Licensing

      Information requirements by Gaming License Application

      High Security
      &
      Low Security Gaming      		 Low Security
      Non-Gaming
      Full Name
      Aliases
      Social Security Number
      Date of Birth
      Valid ID
      Residential Address History 5 years Current
      Employment History 5 years 3 years
      References 5 5
      Gaming License History All N/A
      Criminal History More Info More Info

      Applicant FAQs

      My reference won’t give his home address - what do I do?

      You will need to use another reference.

      What if I cannot come up with required references?

      The Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission requires five (5) references.

      What if the place I worked at has gone out of business?

      Complete all of the information asked then reflect “out of business”

      How do I get a list of my criminal history?

      1. Get relatives or friends to help you.
      2. Call the arresting agency and they can direct you.
      3. Go to Oregon State Police in Salem and they can fingerprint you and run your criminal record.

      Whatever information these other sources provide, you are responsible for accuracy.

      What documentation do I need to bring to my appointment?

      Only four (4) pieces of information may be required at the appointment

      • Alien or naturalized citizenship paperwork,
      • Tribal ID if you are enrolled in any Indian tribe,
      • Military discharge (DD Form 214), or
      • Bankruptcy paperwork (discharge sheet only).

      Depending on what information is provided on the application, further documentation such as police reports may be required.

      Employee Licensing Process

      Step

      Description
      1. Job Offer

      Before applying for a Gaming License, you must have a job offer from Chinook Winds Casino Resort.

      If you are a Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Tribal Member you are given the opportunity to be pre-licensed. For more information click here
      2. Submit App

      To submit your application, you will need to make an appointment by going to our scheduling calendar or calling 541-996-5497. Before you arrive for your appointment, please ensure the application is completed and that you bring all relevant documentation. If documents or information are missing, we will be unable to grant a temporary gaming license.
      3. Temporary License

      Before a Temporary License is issued, your gaming application will be checked for completeness and a cursory background check will be performed. A Temporary License is valid for 90 days while we complete all necessary background checks.
      4. Background

      During this time our background investigator will make inquiries to your work and personal references as well as running a background check through law enforcement offices.
      5. Final Review

      During this time our Licensing Agent will perform a final review of your file to ensure all areas have been covered.
      6. Permanent License

      Once all applicable checks are complete and a determination to grant a gaming license has been made, the STGC will issue the applicant a Permanent Gaming License.
      Licensee Responsibilities.

      Employee Licensing Forms

      Form Name Online PDF
      License Application - High Security & Low Security Gaming Download
      License Application - Low Security Non-Gaming Download
      License Renewal Online Download
      License Disclosure Online Download
      Appointment Calendar

      Vendor Licensing

      The below chart represents information that must be submitted by a vendor to the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission before an application can be approved.

      Non-Gaming
      > $100,000       		Class II
      Full Name
      Aliases
      Social Security Number
      Date of Birth
      Valid ID
      Residential Address History 10 years 10 years
      Employment History 10 years 10 years
      Gaming License History All All
      Criminal History *All *All

      * All criminal proceedings, except for minor traffic offenses, to which the applicant has been a party;

      Vendor Licensing Forms

      Form Name PDF
      Class III Update Download
      Class II Update Download
      Permitted Update Download
      Technician Application Download

      CTSI Tribal Members

      If a Siletz Tribal Member wishes to be licensed before they are offered a job at CWCR, they may submit a licensing application at anytime.

      How to become pre-Licensed

      Step

      Description
      1. Receive Application

      You will need to schedule an appointment to receive your application. This can be done by using our scheduling calendar or calling 541.996.5497
      2. Orientation

      An overview of the application and licensing process will be given, and you will receive your application.
      3. Submitting

      To submit your application, you will need to schedule an appointment by either using our scheduling calendar or calling 541.996.5497.
      4. Background

      During this time our Background Investigator will make inquiries to your work and personal references as well as running a background check through law enforcement offices.
      5. Determination

      Once the Background is completed, it is then reviewed to ensure all required information has been gathered and there are no disqualifying factors.
      6. Eligibility Letter

      When you are approved for a gaming license, STGC will provide a letter of eligibility.