New Hire Orientation
New Hire Onboarding Map
① Choctaw Careers
For application and onboarding assistance, the “EC” is the primary location to ensure questions and needs are addressed. For assistance, Phone: 580.642.7859 or stop by Address: 3710 Choctaw Rd, Durant OK 74701 during these operating Hours: M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm.
② Gaming Commission
For a license/badge prior to starting, approval is based on background info, but honesty is always best. Bring (2) forms of ID, prior addresses, and employers, etc. Phone 580.924.8112 during Hours: M-F 8:00am-4:30pm. Location: SW corner of North Garage. Use South 9th St (Associate Parking Lot).
③ Uniforms Building
Uniform needed? Visit this location for sizing. Hours: Mon-Thur 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-4pm. Questions? Confirm they’re open? Email: [email protected] or Phone: 580.642.9022 Address: 3706 Choctaw Rd, Durant OK 74701.
● Associate Development Center
Orientation is held here and begins at 8am sharp. Be sure to (1) Arrive in business casual attire, (i.e. no jeans, shorts, tank tops, etc.), (2) Be there 10 minutes early to sign-in, (3) Park in the side lot and (4) Enter at the door indicated by the arrow. Address: (West side of Event Center): 3704 Choctaw Rd, Durant OK 74701.
★ Associate Entrance and HR Office
How to enter? Meeting management? Associates always utilize this entrance on arrival and departure. Also, HR is the very first door to the right and here to help. Hours: M-F, 7:00am-5:30pm. Location: Use South 9th St (Associate Parking Lot). Then, walk west toward the main building.
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580.775.7430
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Human Resources Team
WE ARE EXCITED THAT YOU HAVE DECIDED TO JOIN OUR TEAM. WE WISH YOU GREAT SUCCESS WITH THE CHOCTAW NATION!
Durant Casino Mission
TO CREATE AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE FOR EACH GUEST, PROVIDE A FUN AND FULFILLING ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR ASSOCIATES, AND ADD VALUE TO THE CHOCTAW NATION AND OUR COMMUNITIES.
Human Resources Contact Information
HUMAN RESOURCES FRONT DESK
Choctaw Careers (3710 Choctaw Rd, Durant Ok 74701)
580.642.7859Casino Office (4216 S HWY 69/75, Durant OK 74701)
580.642.9003 or 580.642.9006
HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITING
Staffing Coordinator | 580.740.5091
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
NHO LEAD
Reed Collum | 580.380.5018GAMING
Keitha Billy | 580.380.5617
Christian Harris | 580.380.7646HOSPITALITY
Cara McLaughlin | 580.740.6950
Arin Cullum | 580.380.7379FOOD & BEVERAGE
Shelby Trent | 580.380.3199
Stacey Fincher-Longwell | 580.230.2890
| BEGINNING DATE | ENDING DATE | PAYDATE |
| 12/11/22 | 12/24/22 | 01/06/23 |
| 12/25/22 | 01/07/23 | 01/20/23 |
| 01/08/23 | 01/21/23 | 02/03/23 |
| 01/22/23 | 02/04/23 | 02/27/23 |
| 02/05/23 | 02/18/23 | 03/03/23 |
| 02/19/23 | 03/04/23 | 03/17/23 |
| 03/05/23 | 03/18/23 | 03/31/23 |
| 03/19/23 | 04/01/23 | 04/14/23 |
| 04/02/23 | 04/15/23 | 04/28/23 |
| 04/16/23 | 04/29/23 | 05/12/23 |
| 04/30/23 | 05/13/23 | 05/26/23 |
| 05/14/23 | 05/27/23 | 06/09/23 |
| 05/28/23 | 06/10/23 | 06/23/23 |
| BEGINNING DATE | ENDING DATE | PAYDATE |
| 06/11/23 | 06/24/23 | 07/07/23 |
| 06/25/23 | 07/08/23 | 07/21/23 |
| 07/09/23 | 07/22/23 | 08/04/23 |
| 07/23/23 | 08/05/23 | 08/18/23 |
| 08/06/23 | 08/19/23 | 09/01/23 |
| 08/20/23 | 09/02/23 | 09/15/23 |
| 09/03/23 | 09/16/23 | 09/29/23 |
| 09/17/23 | 09/30/23 | 10/13/23 |
| 10/01/23 | 10/14/23 | 10/27/23 |
| 10/15/23 | 10/28/23 | 11/10/23 |
| 10/29/23 | 11/11/23 | 11/24/23 |
| 11/12/23 | 11/25/23 | 12/08/23 |
| 11/26/23 | 12/09/23 | 12/22/23 |
Kronos Mobile app
Scan this QR Code to Download the App for Easy Access to Clock In & Clock Out
- Download the UKG Workforce App.
- Open the app and type in the server URL: https://mykronos.choctawnation.com/wfc/
- The Username is your Associate ID#@choctawnation.com
(Example: [email protected]) - The Password is your first name + last four digits of your social Security number + first initial of your last name.
(Example: Zandra0123P) - Follow the steps directed on the app to finish registering your Kronos Application on your device.
HOSHONTI MOBILE APP
HOW TO DOWNLOAD AND UTILIZE THE HOSHONTI MOBILE APP
CHOCTAW NATION EMAIL USERS
GO TO YOUR APP STORE/GOOGLE PLAY STORE.
- Type in “Oracle HCM Cloud” in the search box.
- Select the one Titled Oracle HCM Cloud (it’s a red icon and says business to the side).
- Click the install button, once installed open the app.
- Click agree to the license agreement.
- In the environment information spot type in egoh.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com, click submit.
- Enter your Choctaw email and click next.
- Enter your Choctaw password and click sign in.
- You are now logged into Hoshonti.
NON CHOCTAW EMAIL USERS
- From a CNO Computer on Choctaw property go to an internet browser and type in myapps.microsoft.com
- When prompted for your username, use: Your Associate ID#@choctwnation.com (Example: [email protected])
- When prompted for your password, use your first name + last four digits of your social Security number + first initial of your last name.
(Example: Zandra0123P) - When prompted to secure your account click next, then select “I want to set up a different method” in the bottom left corner.
- Click the down arrow on the drop-down menu and select “Phone.” Then click “Next.”
- Enter the phone number of your personal device. Then click “Next.”
- Enter the six digit code that has been sent to your phone. Then click “Next.”
- You are now registered and will be redirected back to the Microsoft myapps page, where you can now access the Hoshonti icon.
POLICYTECH AND COMMON POLICIES
HOW TO SIGN-IN, SEARCH & FIND
- Go to URL: https://cno.policytech.com
- User: Kronus# | Password: Choctaw12
- Next to Search Bar, select “All Sites”
- Enter keywords, click magnifying glass
COMMON POLICIES
HR 202: Associate Behavior and Conduct
HR 209: Paid & Unpaid Personal Leave or Absence
HR 218: Employment of Relative & Personal Relationships
HR 250: Dress Code & Personal Appearance
Employee Benefits
Part-Time Benefits Eligibility
IMMEDIATELY, AS OF YOUR FIRST DAY OF WORK
- Can use CNO Employee Health Clinics^
- Can use CNO Wellness Centers^
- Spouses and dependents of CNO associates can also visit the wellness centers and employee health clinics^
- Can elect to begin contributions to our 401(k)-retirement account (must be 18+)
- Employee discounts^
- Can enroll in LegalShield
FOLLOWING 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Associates will be auto-enrolled in the CNO 401(k) plan, unless they choose to opt out
ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE QUARTER FOLLOWING A YEAR OF QUALIFIED EMPLOYMENT AFTER WORKING 1000 HOURSΔ OR MORE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR
- If enrolled, Employer match in the CNO 401(k) (up to 5%) on the first of the quarter following your first anniversary
- Example: anniversary on March 15, 2021 = match will begin on April 1, 2023
ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE QUARTER FOLLOWING A YEAR OF QUALIFIED EMPLOYMENT AFTER WORKING 1250 HOURSΔ OR MORE
- Eligible for Short Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
- Eligible for Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance coverage
- Eligible for Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP), up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- Can elect to enroll in Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
VARIABLE HOUR BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY
- On the first day of the month following a year of qualified employment after working 1560 hoursΔ or more
- Both Part-Time and Variable Hour associates become eligible for medical plans, prescription coverage, Teladoc, Livongo and Weight Watchers
✱ In order to use Teledoc, Weight Watchers and the CNO Employee Prescription Program, you must be enrolled in a CNO medical plan.
^ Must have Employee ID badge.
Δ Number reflects actual hours worked, not scheduled hours.
Employee Benefits
Full-Time Benefits Eligibility
IMMEDIATELY, AS OF YOUR FIRST DAY OF WORK
- Accrual of Annual and Sick Leave begins
- Eligible for Paid Holidays
- Can visit CNO Employee Health Clinics**
- Can visit CNO Wellness Centers**
- Spouses and dependents of CNO associates can visit the Wellness Centers and Employee Health Clinics**
- May elect to begin contributions to our 401(k) or 457(Housing associates) retirement account (must be 18+)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a work-based intervention program offering a wide array of wellness services
- Employee discounts**
- Can enroll in Legal Shield
ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING 50 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT
(Example: hired on July 8, 2022 = eligible on September 1, 2022)
- Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Eligible Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
- Eligible for Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance coverage
- Eligible for the CNO Employee Prescription Program*
- Eligible for Accident and Critical Illness insurance
- Can use Teladoc, Weight Watchers and Livongo*
- Eligible for Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
FOLLOWING 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Associates will be auto enrolled in the CNO 401(k) plan, unless they choose to opt out
- Required enrollment in the 401(k)-retirement account (Housing associates only)
FOLLOWING ONE YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT
- Eligible for CNO Employee Education assistance Program (EEAP), up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- Employer match eligible in the CNO 401(k) (up to 5%) on the first of the quarter following your first anniversary
- Example: anniversary on March 15, 2022 = match will begin on April 1, 2023
*In order to use Teladoc, Weight Watchers and the CNO Employee Prescription Program, you must be enrolled in a CNO medical plan.
**Must have Employee ID Badge.
Chaplaincy Program
A PERSONAL, VOLUNTARY, CONFIDENTIAL BENEFIT OFFERED TO ASSOCIATES AND THEIR IMMEDIATE FAMILY
- Provide confidential* discussions for problem issues including, but not limited to, marriage, divorce, illness, care of aging parents, parenting, conflict management, finances, as well as any other person issue.
- Visit and report on sick and injured workers.
- Counsel associates who have high absences due to personal issues (on a voluntary basis). Provide spiritual counsel for those who want it. Send cards for encouragement or to the bereaved.
- Make referrals to EAP, Choctaw Nation, or other community resources for a variety of issues, such as financial or legal concerns, marriage, counseling, etc.
- Coordinate assistance for associates or immediate family members who require professional help with issues related to drug or alcohol dependency.
- Officiate weddings, funerals, baby dedications or other events.
- Pre-marital discussion and follow-up contact with newlywed couples.
- Provide counsel to bereaved associates or immediate family members.
- Visit associates or immediate family members who are incarcerated, assist family members during a time of separation and help with the transition of individuals back into the mainstream.
*To the fullest extent possible while ensuring the safety/security of tribal personnel and/or assets.
Mental Health Matters
Free, Confidential Help is Available 24/7
OPTUM ASSOCIATE ASSISTANCE
800.386.7055 | IBHworklife.com
Want to Talk With a Local Professional?
EMPLOYEE HEALTH THERAPIST
580.380.7316 or 580.920.2100, ext 83704
Thoughts of Harming Yourself or Others?
Experiencing Emotional Crisis?
LIGHTHOUSE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH – URGENT RECOVERY CENTER
2425 W University Blvd, Ste 100
Durant, OK 74701 | 580.924.7331
Or Call Our 24/7 Crisis Hotline | 800.522.1090
Services Available to All Choctaw Nation Associates
