Jobs

Wondering About Jobs in Cherokee? Join the EBCI Team

EBCI Jobs

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

Utility Worker
Full-time, Safety Sensitive

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: 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.

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.

EBCI Benefits Information

2024 Employee Benefits Guide

Click the thumbnail below to view the Employee Benefits Guide

Employee Benefits Guide 2024

2024 New Hire Benefits

Click the thumbnail below to view the New Hire Benefits

New Hire Benefits 2024

Human Resources Contact List

Employment

Sarah Teesateskie
Division Secretary – Human Resources
828.359.6390
saratees@ebci-nsn.gov

Mark L. Junaluska
Employment Manager
828.359.6381
markjuna@ebci-nsn.gov

Kevin Primo
Employment Specialist II
828.359.6385
keviprim@ebci-nsn.gov

Cayla B. Cucumber
Employment Coordinator
828.359.6387
ccucumber@ebci-nsn.gov

Alexandra ‘Allie’ Brown
HR Clerk/Receptionist
828.359.6388
abrown@ebci-nsn.gov

Lori Blankenship
Sr. Office Administrator
828.359.6310
lblankenship@ebci-nsn.gov

Benefits

Whitney Reed
Benefits Manager
828.359.6380
whitreed@ebci-nsn.gov

Letitia George
Benefits Specialist
828.359.6394
letigeor@ebci-nsn.gov

Sonya Lossiah
Organizational Development Coordinator
828.359.6386
sonyloss@ebci-nsn.gov

Erin Taylor
Retirement Specialist
828.359.6396
erintayl@ebci-nsn.gov

Joseph ‘Jay’ Eagleman III
Benefits Coordinator
828-359-6392
joseeagl@ebci-nsn.gov

Employee Rights

Reva Ballew
Employee Rights Manager
828.359.6383
revaball@ebci-nsn.gov

Sharon Owle
Employee Rights Specialist
828.359.6384
sharowle@ebci-nsn.gov

Michale Welch
Employee Rights Coordinator
828-359-6398
michwelc@ebci-nsn.gov

Training & Development

Juanita Wilson
Training & Development Manager
828.359.6393
Wilson@ebci-nsn.gov

Jenny Cartwright
Training & Development Specialist
828.359.6382
jenncart@ebci-nsn.gov

Venita Wolfe
Training & Development Specialist
828.359.6319
vwolfe@ebci-nsn.gov

Micah Swimmer
Cherokee Language & Culture Specialist
828.359.6379
micaswim@ebci-nsn.gov

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.

Deadlines will be extended until January 5, 2025