Samish Indian Nation Employee Directory
Government AdministrationWashington, United States51-200 Employees
The Samish Indian Nation is a tribal government based in Anacortes, Washington, serving a mid-sized membership in Northwest Washington. It traces its origins to the historic Samish Nation, a signatory to the Treaty of Point Elliott in 1855, with traditional territory spanning seven counties from the Cascade Range to the San Juan Islands. Its mission emphasizes enriching members by leveraging their resources and talents to strengthen the Tribe, while its vision focuses on the health, wealth, education, and security of its members and the preservation of culture for future generations. In 2024, the tribe introduced an Early Head Start program to address childcare gaps in Anacortes. As a regional tribal government, its work encompasses education initiatives, collaboration on local infrastructure projects, and programs aimed at improving community well-being and preserving cultural traditions.