Richard facilitates tribe specific on-site training and public training.

On-site training brings the training session or sessions to the tribe wherein there is a flat fee structure which promotes the best use of tribal resources while training the maximum number of employees. Richard’s public sessions bring many tribes together for a meaningful conversation regarding relevant employment related matters which maximizes the opportunity to network with other tribal leaders and collaborate on the development of best practices.

Class Summaries

  • Tribal Employment Law & Standards for Tribal Leaders, Executives, Administrators & Directors

    This 2 day session addresses the impact of self-determination, sovereignty, immunity, jurisdiction, federal funds, federal and state law, tradition and custom on tribal employment practices. There is also a 4 hour session that is a shortened version of the 2 day class.

    2 Day or 4 Hour Session

  • Due Process for Tribal Employers

    In this 2 day session due process is defined by evaluating the common law, Indian Civil Rights Act, tribal policy and procedure, and tribal tradition and custom.

    2 Day Session

  • Effective Employee Misconduct Investigations

    Tribal employers investigate allegations of employee misconduct. Misconduct, in various forms, including harassment, hostile work environment, discrimination, theft, bullying and violence. This 2 day session addresses the questions of when, who and how to investigate these claims.

    2 Day Session

  • Best Practices in Documenting Employee Conduct

    Tribal employers reward employees for exceeding expectations and help lead employees not meeting expectations to better performance.

    1 Day Session

  • Drafting Policy & Procedure for Tribal Employers

    If good fences make good neighbors, strong employment policies help make strong employees. This 2 day session addresses the best practices for creating a system of policies and procedures which best serves the tribal employer and employees.

    2 Day Session

  • Sexual Harassment Training

    Tribal employers work hard at maintaining a work environment free from harassment including sexual harassment. As part of that effort, regular training for all employees is consistent with best practices.

    90 Minute Session for Non-Supervisors and 3 Hour Session for Supervisors, Managers, Directors and Leaders

  • 101 Things Managers & Supervisors Need to Know about Tribal Employment

    The leading indicator on whether employees are satisfied with their employer is not dependent on tribal council or human resources, but instead employee satisfaction is linked to the effectiveness of managers and supervisors.

    2 Day Session

  • Family & Medical Leave Act

    The FMLA may or may not apply to tribal employers but many tribal employers have embraced the idea of providing time off to employees to deal with health issues faced by the employee and their family.

    1 Day Session

  • Fair Labor Standards Act

    The FLSA may or may not apply to tribal employers but many tribal employers follow the rules defined by the FLSA as to overtime pay, minimum wage, glass ceiling and youth employment.

    1 Day Session

  • Preparation for and Participation in Gaming Commission Hearings

    The 2 day session starts with a conversation of the Commission’s delegated authority to conduct hearings and the impact of sovereign immunity. After that introduction the session focuses on the attorney-client privilege and work product, ex parte communication, adjudicator neutrality and confidentiality.

    2 Day Session

  • Gaming Law and Regulation for Council, Commissioners and Casino Employees

    This 2 day session is perfect for new people seeking an understanding of tribal gaming and will provide content which will give experienced people a better and more effective understanding of the confluence of tribal, state and federal rules.

    2 Day Session