Jobs

  • WONDERING ABOUT JOBS IN CHEROKEE? JOIN THE EBCI TEAM.

Would you like to become a valued member of a team that is committed to meeting the needs of our people? If so, please consider a career with the EBCI. We value diversity and seek to provide our team members with long-term careers that are much more than just a ‘job’.  Working with the EBCI gives you the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of people in our Tribal communities. Join our team to help preserve Cherokee’s cultural legacy!

EBCI has one of the best benefits packages in the region.

Our comprehensive employee benefits package includes:
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employer-Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan, EBCI-Defined Benefit Pension Plan (vested after 10 years), Annual/Sick Leave Accrual, Paid Holidays.

Open positions.

If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Mark Junaluska, Kevin Primo, or Cayla Cucumber at the contact information listed below.

When you submit an application, a green check mark will appear in the upper left-hand corner letting you know the application was received.  If the application has not been submitted, a red X will appear in the upper left-hand corner, which will indicate that the application was not received.   Some sections require that information be submitted before you will be allowed to proceed to the next section as indicated by an asterisk (*).   

ATTENTION!!

WE HAVE INSTALLED NEW HARDWARE THAT MAY REQUIRE YOU TO RE-REGISTER BEFORE APPLYING.

FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS CLOSELY!

IF YOU ENCOUNTER DIFFICULTIES, CONTACT – MARK L. JUNALUSKA, KEVIN PRIMO, OR CAYLA CUCUMBER AT THE CONTACT INFORMATION LISTED.

If you are unable to attach files, please email them or deliver them to our main offices located at 806 Acquoni Road Suite 100.  If you are unable to submit the application, contact us as soon as possible.  If you encounter an issue during the weekend, we advise that you immediately email Mark L. Junaluska, Kevin Primo, or Cayla Cucumber detailing the issue you have encountered.  ALL positions will close at 11:59 pm on the closing date.  Please review job descriptions carefully.  Most positions require strict adherence to the job description qualifications unless indicated otherwise.  Please be advised that all Law Enforcement applicants must be at least 21 years of age when applying.  ADDITIONALLY, if the Job Description states ‘REQUIRED’ or ‘MUST HAVE’, you must have the experience or licensures, certificates, diplomas, etc. WHEN YOU APPLY or you will not be considered qualified for the position.  You may email or deliver the documents to the HR Suite location listed above if you are unable to attach them to the application.

ATTENTION!               ATTENTION!                 ATTENTION!

Please be advised that all positions designated as ‘Safety Sensitive’ are subject to a higher degree of scrutiny and include THC Metabolites in the drug panel as a disqualifier.

A safety sensitive position is one where the employee is responsible for his/her own safety or other people’s safety. It requires a sharp mind to perform the job safely and responsibly.  Some safety sensitive positions require random drug-screening to ensure compliance with DOT and other safety regulations as well as other certification requirements.  If an applicant fails a pre-employment drug screen, they will not be allowed to re-apply with the EBCI for at least 60 days.


Please be aware that not all online diploma, GED programs are accepted/recognized by the EBCI Tribal Government Organization. The institution you received your diploma or GED from must be recognized by an approved Accrediting Organization that is recognized by the EBCI Higher Education Department.  If you are presenting these documents as proof of education, they will be scrutinized for authenticity and accreditation.

 

Closing Sunday December 8, 2024

  1. Tribal Prosecutor II – Criminal Law / Office of the Attorney General (L17 $73,927 - $98,570)download pdf Apply
  2. Adult Language Educator – KPEP / Education (L11 $19.13 - $23.92 per hour)download pdf Apply
  3. Cook – John Welch Sr. Center / Snowbird-Cherokee County Services (L6 $15.30 - $19.13 per hour)download pdf Apply
  4. Housekeeper I - SCCS Housekeeping / Snowbird Cherokee County Services (L6 $15.30 - $19.13 per hour)download pdf Apply
  5. Library Assistant – Qualla Library / Education (L8 $15.90 - $19.88)download pdf Apply
  6. Manager - Snowbird Language & Culture / SB CC Services (L14 $53,656 - $67,070)download pdf Apply

Open Until Filled

  1. Corrections Officer (Multiple) – Corrections – EBCI Law Enforcement (L11 $19.61 - $24.52 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  2. Patrol Officer (Multiple) – Cherokee Indian Police Department – EBCI Law Enforcement (L14 $25.79 - $32.25 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  3. Bailiff – Corrections – EBCI Law Enforcement (L14 $25.79 - $32.25 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  4. FT Paramedic – Emergency Medical Services – Public Safety (L12 $21.41 - $26.76 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION download pdf Apply
  5. Part-time Paramedic – Emergency Medical Services – Operations (L11 $19.61 - $24.52 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  6. Driver – Transit – Operations (L8 $16.29 - $20.37 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  7. Teacher (Multiple) – Qualla Boundary Early Head Start – Public Health and Human Services (L9 $16.61 - $20.77 per hour) download pdf Apply
  8. Teacher (Multiple) – Qualla Boundary Head Start – Public Health and Human Services (L10 $18.02 - $22.53 per hour)download pdf Apply
  9. Legislative Legal Counsel – Tribal Council – Legislative Branch (L19 $100,232 - $133,643)download pdf Apply
  10. Family Safety Attorney I - Civil Law / Office of the Attorney General (L17 $73,927 - $98,570)download pdf Apply
  11. Certified Nursing Assistant (Multiple) – Tribal In Home Care Services – Public Health and Human Services (Starting rate of $20.00/hour)download pdf Apply
  12. Certified Biological Waste Water Treatment Operator – Waste Water Treatment – Operations (L11 $19.61 - $24.52 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  13. Supervisor – Biological/Waste Water Operator – Waste Water Treatment – Operations (L14 $25.79 - $32.25 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONdownload pdf Apply
  14. Carpenter Assistant - Facility Management - Operations (L8 $16.29 - $20.37 per hour)download pdf Apply
  15. Maintenance Technician – HELP – Education (L9 $16.21 - $20.26 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION download pdf Apply
  16. Registered Nurse – Tribal In Home Care Services – Public Health and Human Services (L15 $28.57 - $35.71 per hour) download pdf Apply
  17. Education Specialist - Higher Education - Education (L10 $18.02 - $22.53 per hour)download pdf Apply
  18. Transportation Facilities Coordinator – Qualla Boundary Early Head Start & Head Start – Public Health & Human Services (L9 $16.61 - $20.77 per hour) SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION download pdf Apply
  19. Environmental Aquatic Specialist – Office of Environmental & Natural Resources – Operations (L12 $21.41 - $26.76 per hour) download pdf Apply
  20. Quality Inspector – Qualla Housing – Housing (L10 $18.02 - $22.53 per hour) download pdf Apply
  21. Part-time Early Childhood Language Specialist Assistant – Kituwah Academy/Education (L9 $35,568 - $42,144) download pdf Apply


Indian preference does apply, and an online job application must be submitted for each position applied for.

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The Human Resources Department of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is dedicated to providing support while maintaining integrity through teamwork, respect and equal application of policies and procedures in order to attract and retain a diverse workforce.