public safety officer

director of public works

senior operator

firefighter/paramedic

construction project manager

Morongo Band of Mission Indians

It would be beneficial to read up on the history of the tribe, their complicated relationship with the State and Indian gaming in general before seeking a job with this tribe. 
In short, it is a world unto its own. It’s unforgiving and can be a difficult and harsh working environment — you must have thick skin and not expect much guidance. 

PROS include: excellent pay, great benefits, and amazing discounts.

CONS include: Over-bearing and severe surveillance, astounding levels of incompetence in management, rampant ignorance, and cut-throat business antics stemming mainly from nepotism.

Everything is beholden to the tribal council. They run the whole show. There are too many people in positions of authority who in any ‘normal’ business would have been fired long ago, but get to stay on due to some nepotistic connection to the tribe. 
The tribal members all get a share of the big money pie the casino brings in, (Which is fair enough - they “earned” that right) proportional and based on their percentage of blood heritage and in general are a constant source of friction for everyone there. 
The tribal members are usually under-educated, have an over-inflated sense of entitlement, walk around with a chip on their shoulder, often try to intervene in operations, have way too much money and free time on their hands — (a bad combo) — as well as disproportionately high rates of drug abuse and alcoholism. So needless to say, it’s not for everyone. Know what you’re getting into.

I was disappointed by my experience working for Morongo. During my probationary period, I consistently reported to work, performed my assigned duties, and made a genuine effort to learn and contribute to the team. Despite this, my employment was terminated without any prior written warnings, documented performance concerns, or opportunities to address areas for improvement. What I found most concerning was the lack of communication and feedback leading up to the termination. Throughout my employment, I was never formally disciplined or informed that my job performance was in jeopardy. As a result, the decision came as a complete surprise and left me feeling that I was not given a fair opportunity to succeed. I understand that employers have the right to make staffing decisions during a probationary period. However, I believe employees deserve honest communication, constructive feedback, and clear expectations regarding their performance. Providing employees with timely feedback and an opportunity to improve would create a more supportive and professional work environment. While I appreciate the opportunity to have worked there, I hope the organization considers improving its communication and employee development practices so that future employees have a clearer understanding of their standing and expectations. 

Dysfunctional Administration, violence amongst co-workers and parents who threaten teachers and support staff (nurse), Back Stabbing, NO books or curriculum, learn the rules as you go, or by osmosis, as they change on a weekly basis, unrealistic expectations when there is no time for instruction, (1/2 hour breakfast, 1/2 hour snack/break, 45 minute lunch and 30 minute recess), low morale amongst staff, traumatizing children by having teachers removed either during vacation or in front of a 5th grade class (and that's not because they are unqualified), texting you when your parent dies rather than call or send a card, administrator who believes parents are young, uneducated people raising children. Start documenting the minute you are hired because they WILL say you were at fault for losing your job and disqualify you from unemployment, which I luckily did not need. Quite spiteful indeed!

Get some actual books for reading and math, develop a curriculum, show teachers how you want grades done rather than scolding them for not knowing, hire an administrator who doesn't believe the parents are young and uneducated people raising children.

This place is the epitome of greed, and the job itself is less stressful than dealing with superiors and colleague staff. Most of the people in charge have no clue how to do their job, so they delegate subordinates to do it and they take the credit. Only people that management does not like (honest, hard working people trying to do the right thing) are held accountable,  otherwise it's swept under the rug. Blatant favoritism (even though upper management tells you favoritism isn't tolerated), this place is literally "do as i say, not as I do." This place will give you some form of cancer from all the stress it produces. The only good thing about this place is the benefits and the pay is decent, but there are more cons than pros. Pretty sure the entire place is way out of compliance when it comes to everything that goes on there. Most people are afraid to report anything out of fear of retaliation, which is guaranteed because they know how to make it happen without getting their hands dirty. Save yourself the ulcers and avoid working here at all costs.

The organization operates with an arbitrary and inconsistent internal structure, contributing to a deeply toxic work environment and community. Leadership lacks experience and credibility, largely stemming from nepotism and inflated egos rather than merit. There is a pervasive disregard for accountability, frequent unethical behavior, and a troubling misuse of organizational resources. The workplace culture is deteriorating rapidly, marked by poor communication, favoritism, and lack of support. Working here feels like navigating a minefield—stressful, unpredictable, and unsafe. The only semblance of workplace enjoyment lies in connecting with elders and stakeholders who prioritize culture over politics—individuals who uphold integrity and community in an otherwise fractured environment. However, even those connections are precarious. In a system driven by ego, control, and self-preservation, aligning with authenticity often makes you a target. It’s only a matter of time before those who resist the toxic norms are marginalized, silenced, or forced out.


Overall when I was first onboarded I was highly excited for the position. 3 weeks into the position there was a change in management which from then everything went down hill. No duties assigned, administrator was hardly ever there and would not be responsible with answering emails or messages until later in the evening.  Never an encouraging word or meeting was given under her. 
If you rubbed administration the wrong way or gave any push back don’t expect to move anywhere other than unemployment. Human Resources is not their for their employees. 
Very toxic work culture. Don’t expect higher ups to take accountability for anything. Everything will always be the smaller positions faults and turnover is high due to administration thinks that’s what the problem is. My advice, don’t apply, try another tribe. 

The utilities manager was spread out too thin with other jobs outside of Morongo and always approached his manager job negatively even when things were perfect. It's he's style and it wares you out. The weather is hot and dusty so that slows down progress in the summer, The operators are knowledgeable when they want to be. High turnover in the water department. If you worked at BCVW you are in at Morongo, doesn't matter what you know or how you act. The system is in good shape, they could update their fleet instead of dumping 10s of thousands of dollars on vehicles that are 15 plus years old. It was a good job for me while I put up with the harsh environment inside and out. If you think running an entire water department for 31.78 an hr. is fair then have at it.

One of the worst jobs I have ever held in my entire life including a teenager. The tribe treats all employees like dirt so political each day you think you're going to lose your job weathet your management executive management or hourly it's not worth the stress the games the politics and the horrible work environment. Probably the most hostile work environment I have ever encountered no matter what position you have. Why do you think the turnover rate are so great at these casinos. The tribal members walk around like they are God's gift it's all about who you know who you politic up to and in the end you could lose your job no matter what if you sneeze the wrong way you're gone. I'd rather be homeless under a bridge then work for this tribe and their games ever.

You can not make a long life career at this work place it is stressful. There are not many job advancement opportunities. Many people have been fired for simple things or just because you rubbed a tribal member the wrong way. If you want to last long there you must seriously kiss you know what to all the tribal members there. It is very political and it is hard to keep your job. It was a miracle I was able to last over 10 years. They are always monitoring all the employees and they love firing people. I was not fired but I watch people come and go through out the years. I have good memories because I loved my coworkers and we appreciated each other but the leaders of the employment want you to make miracles. As soon as the economy declined and they started cutting budgets it went down hill until my whole department was shut down.

It is very disheartening to align yourself with such a beautiful, powerful, enduring, inspiring and significantly historical culture and people. I will always feel honored to have the opportunity to learn and contribute to Native American people who should be revered and protected.
Yet, the insidious, unquestioned internalized oppressor mentality and behaviors from the top (Council) has created a culture of fear, humiliations and otherness, which sips from the CEO through every department. Administrators who stand by staff, ethics, accountability do not last. 
The word everywhere is "do not make waves"; "don't be seen" as advise to retain your job, but does not encourage meaningful change and progress.
Nepotism runs rampant in this sovereign nation.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Public safety officer 6 salaries reported	$25.71 per hour
Director of public works 4 salaries reported	$22.06 per hour
Senior operator 2 salaries reported	$38.87 per hour
Firefighter/paramedic 2 salaries reported	$8,113 per month
Construction project manager 6 salaries reported	$87,072 per year

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