Announcements

Let this memorandum serve as an official notice that the Navajo Election Administration and NEA Agency Offices will be closed to attend our Thanksgiving luncheon and Navajo Board of Election Supervisors Meeting at Fire Rock Casino. NEA will be closed starting Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Thank you.

ELECTION DAY TUESDAY – DECEMBER 10, 6:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.

 Let this memorandum serve as official notice that the Ethics and Rules Office will be closed to attend our Thanksgiving Luncheon and staff meeting. Our office will be closed starting on Friday, November 22, 2024 starting at 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The Ethics and Rules office will resume regular business hours on Monday, November 25, 2024.

 Please be informed that The Office of Navajo Tax Commission will be closed from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM on November 26, 2024, our office will be having our Staff's Thanksgiving Luncheon. 

 This memorandum is to notify Navajo Nation offices that utilize the access road off Route 12 of a road closure that will occur on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA) will be installing a new natural gas service line to Fort Defiance Fire Station #12. Please utilize the alternative route shown in the attached map. The road is expected to reopen on Friday morning, November 22, 2024. 

Navajo Division of Transportation invite you to attend the FEMA Emergency Management Framework for Tribal Governments courses (L0580) and (L0583)

November 18, 2024, from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm 

November 19 - 22, 2024 from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

See attached Agendas. 

Information Management Section (IMS), located in Window Rock, AZ, will be closed until further notice, effective Friday, November 15, 2024. 

We apologize for the inconvenience. We will update the public when it becomes available. 

Thank you. 

The Navajo Nation Employee Benefit Program’s Annual Open Enrollment period begins in October and continues through the month of November for election of dependent health and life insurance. Regular status employees may take this opportunity to submit an enrollment application to add eligible dependents to their insurance coverage who may not have been added within 31 days from the date they initially became eligible

Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: Session I           9am—11am
           Session II         1pm—3pm

The Navajo Nation Division of Human Resources (DHR) departments and agencies will be attending an Employee Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a result, the DHR department offices will either be closed or operating with limited services during this period. 

Please be advised that the internal bulk fuel stations across our five (5) agencies and in Kayenta are currently experiencing low fuel levels. As a result, we encourage all employees to use their Wright Express fuel cards for fueling needs until further notice. We are actively working with our designated fuel supplier to replenish the tanks, but at this time, we are unable to provide an estimated date for when services will be restored.

Navajo Traditional Turkey Story by Emerson John 

Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Indian Wells Elementary School Classrom 

Traditional Horse Story by Emerson John

Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Seba Dalkai School Gym

This memorandum serves to inform all departments and programs that the Facilities Maintenance Department will be providing limited services on Friday, November 22, 2024, in order to conduct a general staff meeting from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. 

This has been taken into effect since March 2024 but just to remind you all that the Department of Personnel Management has taken responsibility to conduct the following training sessions:

   - Sexual Harassment Awareness

   - New Employee Multi-Services Orientation (NEMSO) 

go to https://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/training.html for more information. 

Navajo Nation Museum 

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Join Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country (GHWIC) and the Division of Behavioral and Mental Health Services (DBMHS) in our first "Talking Circle" series. The first "Talking Circle" will take place next week on November 20, 2024, from 6 pm-8 pm at the Navajo Nation Museum Hogan, topic of discussion will be "Thanksgiving and Gratitude". This is a free event and is open to the public. For more information please see flyer.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024  9AM -7PM 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024 9AM - 5PM

NAVAJO NATION MUSEUM, WINDOW ROCK, AZ 

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 928-871-7941

Monument Valley Veteran's Marathon Race Event

Half Marathon/ Kids Marathon/ 4 Miler

November 16, 2024,  Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

For more information, Contact chuskaman@yahoo.com or go to navajoyes.org to register.

Navajo Nation Division of Transportation Conference Room, #16 Old Coalmine Rd, Mentmore, NM 87319.

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 1:00PM (MT)

"Tuesday Takeover: 5 Weeks to Business Mastery" conducted by the Senior Economic Development Specialists

In-Person Event

Where: 211 E. Historic 66 Church Rock, NM 87311

Join DBMHS for this free, in-person event focused on veterans wellness with the theme "Serenity Through Wellness."

The event will feature onsite registration, presentations, and a resource fair.

For more information, please contact (505) 368-1438 or (505) 368-1478.

Ahéhee' - Thank you

At 11 a.m., November 11, 1918, World War I ended. Since then, we’ve honored our brave and selfless veterans on this date: 11-11. It was first named Armistice Day. In 1954, Congress changed its name to Veterans Day.

Honoring our history, culture, and achievements.

Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM MST
Location: VIRTUAL ONLY

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) will be closed on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. DWR will be attending a department wide meeting and employee recognition event. 

Want to spread joy and holiday cheer this season?

We are looking for volunteers to Adopt a Grandparent from two local Senior Centers.

See flyer and instructions for full details.

Fort Defiance Agency Representative (4-year initial term)

Eastern Agency Representative (4-year initial term)

This memorandum serves as an official notification that all Navajo Nation Executive Branch employees, permanent and temporary, are granted (4) Four Hours of Administrative Leave from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for Election Day on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

First Lady Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren and I urge you to exercise your right to vote in this historic election and to take your family and friends to your local polling locations to cast your ballots.

November marks Native American Heritage Month. Throughout the month, the Department of Diné Education urges that Navajo schools and offices share stories, news reports, and events to honor the language, history, and culture of our Indigenous students both locally and across the country.

November 16, 2024

8:00 AM Start

Chinle, AZ

 This memorandum is to serve as official notification that Permit Office will be closed on October 31, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM to attend Outreach Activity. We will resume normal business hours the following day. 

Join Us for the Navajo Outdoor Women & Friends Meet & Greet – November 16th, 2024!

We are excited to invite you to Navajo Outdoor Women & Friends' (NOWF) first event – a Meet & Greet on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Navajo Nation Department of Fish and Wildlife, located on Indian Route 100, 1 Morgan Blvd, Window Rock, AZ 86515.This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with like-minded women, share stories, and learn about the exciting future events that NOWF will be offering! Whether you're a beginner in outdoor activities or an experienced enthusiast, you'll find a welcoming community eager to explore, connect, and grow together. While the gathering is primarily focused on women, everyone is welcome to attend. 

Complimentary drinks and light refreshments will be available, so come and enjoy a day of conversation and connection!

RSVP today by registering through this link: https://linktr.ee/NOWF.
For more information, feel free to check out the attached flyer or contact Navajo Fish & Wildlife at 928-871-6450.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,

Navajo Outdoor Women & Friends (NOWF

Please be informed that CGS will have a work session on October 29 -30, 2024. While other sections of the 0MB will be open and operate business as usual, the CGS personnel will not be in the office from 8am to 5pm both days. CGS will resume normal operation on Thursday, October 31 , 2024

 Fleet Management Window Rock Service Center will have Limited Services on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Staff will be attending a scheduled First Aid/CPR/AED Training. 

Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Location: NDOT, Tse Bonito, NM, Room 306/307 

Limited Seating - arrive early, Registration not required.

See Flyer for more info.

 This memorandum is to inform all Navajo Nation Division, Departments, and Programs that the Office of the Navajo Tax Commission will be temporarily closed on Monday, October 28, 2024, starting at 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. ONTC will be having a farewell luncheon. 

In preparation for the upcoming visit of Governor Tim Walz to the Navajo Nation on Saturday, October 26, 2024, we request that all vehicles currently parked in the AML/EPA/Minerals Department parking lot be removed as soon as possible. This will ensure sufficient space for security and logistical preparations for the Governor’s visit.

Please make arrangements to have all vehicles cleared from the parking lot by Friday, October 25, 2024, at 5:00 PM. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us create a welcoming and organized environment for this important event

The Office of the Auditor General will be closed October 28th & 29th, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for all staff to attend Continuing Professional Education training for Internal Auditors in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

The Navajo Nation Gaming Regulatory Office (NNGRO) is coordinating an Open House October 30th, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. 

Will be held at 47552, Suite A St Hwy 264, Window Rock AZ.

Come one and come all, you are invited to join us for a Halloween Trunk or Treat!

Divisions, Departments, Programs, & Enterprises are welcomed. 

Thursday, October 31, 2024 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

North Parking Lot, Behind Admin. Building 1

Scan or Click the QR to Register. Happy Halloween from Division of General Services! 

Come on and come all, you are invited to join us for Halloween Week at the Library in Window Rock, AZ! 

We will have a week long events happening at the Main Library! We will have a pumpkin carving contest, Haunted House in the Library, and concluding our Books'N'Treats  event happening on all Hallows' Eve! 

We invite programs and departments to join us for our Books'N'Treats event by setting up a booth to give out information, treats, or both! Please call us at 928-871-6376 to reserve your spot.

Our Holiday Loans are here!

 Come on in an apply for a Holiday Loan or Personal Loan! 

Staff Development and Training Department will open their department building back up on Monday, November 4th, 2024.  all department inquiries can be directed to their location then. 

Morgan Blvd. Bldg. #2740, Window Rock, AZ 86515

SDTD will also open up their Room Rental service. for more information you can call 928-871-6691 or visit us at our website at:

https://nnstaffdevelopment.navajo-nsn.gov/

The Office of the President and Vice-President (OPVP), in collaboration with the Department of Personnel Management (DPM) Present “Buu Halloween Spirit Week”. As we approach the end of the spooky season, we encourage all employees to dress up and participate throughout the week with fun filled themes and events.

On October 31, 2024, OPVP and DPM will be hosting a Trunk or Treat at the Window Rock Tribal Park & Veteran's Memorial Parking Lot from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. There will also be a haunted house on site for those who dare to enter. Navajo Nation Divisions and Programs are welcome to attend. This is a free event and all ages are welcome.

Navajo Divisions/Programs who wish to set up a resource booth, can do so by either scanning or clicking on the QR code located on the flyer. Booths are encouraged to have an engagement-filled activity, i.e. carnival-style games.

For more information, please feel free to reach out to Ramondo Clah at the 928-871-6442 or Ramondo.clah@dpm.navajo-nsn.gov.