06/08/2026
Nate Morsette Gardipee, Tribal Court Admin Assistant/Security Officer was selected as Employee of the Month for May 2026. Nate began working for the Tribal Court in June 2024. He graduated in 2009 from the Rocky Boy High School. He attended Stone Child College for one year and graduated from the United States Indian Police Academy for Corrections Officer training in 2017 and also graduated from the United Stated Indian Police Academy for Police Officer training in 2017.
Nate is responsible for running and coordinating the day-to-day administrative duties of the Tribal Court when the Executive Director/Court Administrator is out of the office. He oversees employees, processes check requests, timesheets,
invoices, scheduling meetings and conferences, managing and distributing information within an office and completes a variety of administrative duties. He communicates with staff and vendors for supply purchases, equipment maintenance, and building maintenance. He performs technical duties in the enforcement of laws, security and assists other officers as needed. Nate is authorized to enforce laws, apprehend and detain violators of the law. His position requires numerous contacts with the general public who may be uncooperative
and dangerous. He has the ability to work long hours at times requires working holidays and during severe weather conditions. Nate’s vigilance and quick decision making is exceptional. He is recognized for his outstanding observation skills and quick action that ensured that employees and community members visiting the court are safe.
Nate is professional and has a helpful presence to all visitors and employees.
Nate sets a high standard of professionalism among the court. Nate is capable and has stepped into several positions within the court. Thank you for your amazing hard work!
