Poker School Enrollment (Internal and GRIC ONLY)

Program Overview:

• Eligibility: Open to internal employees in good standing (no disciplinary action within the last 3 months) and GRIC members.
• Type: Optional, voluntary, and unpaid.
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Monday, May 5, 2025, with classes scheduled from 12pm to 4pm and 4pm to 8pm.
• Auditions are set for Tuesday July 29, 2025, and graduation will take place on Friday, August 1, 2025
• Location: Lone Butte Casino

Application Process:

1. Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria:

• • Internal Employees: This program is available exclusively to internal employees of the organization. To be eligible, internal employees must be in good standing, meaning:
    • Must have 3 months of employment with Gila River Resorts & Casinos
    • No Disciplinary Actions for the past 3 months, All Disciplinary Action must dop off by April 15, 2025
    • No more than 4 attendance points
  • GRIC Members: The program is also open to members of the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC).

• • • Must be an enrolled GRIC member and/or a current team member with Gila River Resorts & Casinos
    • Must be able to meet the following gaming license requirements:
      • No Theft or Shoplifting convictions
      • No convicted sex offenders
      • No convicted felons
      • No outstanding warrants or tickets except minor traffic tickets

2. Application Submission: To apply, please submit the following:

• • • • Application Form: Through UKG posting 

3. Application Deadline: Submit your application by April 11, 2025. Late applications will not be considered.

4. Selection Process:

• • • Review: All applications will be reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
    • Math Assessment: Complete a math assessment with satisfactory results.
    • Interview: Interviews for the poker school will be conducted on April 21st and April 22nd. 
    • Notification: Selected applicants will be notified by no later than August 30th with further instructions.

5. Participation Requirements:

• • • Attendance: No more than 3 instances of tardiness or absences during the 12-week session. Attendance of at least 4 out of 5 days per week is required.
    • Auditions: End of school audition. Exceptional candidates may audition earlier pending approval. Note: Candidates are not guaranteed a position following completion of Poker School. All candidates are invited to apply for and be considered for future open positions for which they qualify.

6. Contact Information: For any questions or further information regarding the application process or program details, please contact Tia Bacon at tia.bacon@gila.casino or Alec Laughing at alec.laughing@gila.casino. 

We look forward to your application and to helping you enhance your poker skills through our specialized training program!