Human Resources

Human Resources

The Human Resources (HR) department provides personnel, benefits and support services for departments of the Tunica-Biloxi tribal government and its business divisions including the Gaming Commission, MobiLoans, and Tunica-Biloxi Financial Services (TBFS).  In addition, HR identifies and screens candidates to meet staffing needs for each department.

HR promotes employment opportunities to tribal members and tribal spouses, non-member American Indian individuals, and the public.  Individuals interested in employment with the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe are welcome to review the information below which provides available job positions, an employment application and application guidelines, and a summary of employment benefits.

Proposal and Project-Based Employment Opportunities

Employment

Announcements, which contain “until filled” after the closing date, may remain actively open until a selection is made or no longer than six months from the opening date of the announcement. All job announcements are posted in the following order: 1) tribal members and spouses; 2) current tribal employees; and then 3) the public.

Employment Opportunities–Click Here For the PDF version of the General Employment Application,
Click Here To Fill Out the Online Version of the General Employment Application
(A resume is needed as well and can be sent via email to HR@tuinca.org)

Applications for the above positions may be submitted via email to hr@tunica.org, indeed, mailed, or handed in. All positions and descriptions can be found on Indeed.

Human resources is accepting applications for maintenance and housekeeping positions outside of posting periods. 

Disclaimer
The job descriptions have been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at will” employment relationship.

Selection Process
All Tunica-Biloxi Tribal positions are competitive. All employment applications and supportive employment material will be evaluated based on the relevance of the applicant’s qualifications and experience as it applies to this position. Applicants who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and experience most relevant to this position will be considered qualified and be eligible for an interview. Complete tribal employment applications and resumes will be accepted until the closing date of the posting. Resumes received after the closing date will not be considered for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Subject to the Tribe’s inherent right to exercise preference in employment, the Tribe is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or Sickle Cell traits.  The Tribe’s policy regarding equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, job assignments, promotions, working conditions, scheduling, benefits, wage and salary administration, disciplinary action, termination and social, educational, and recreational programs.

Tribal and Indian Preference in Employment

Qualified Native Americans will be given preference in employment as required by the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S. 450, ET. Seq) including other relevant laws. Under Title VII of the 1984 Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(1), preference in filling all vacancies may be given to qualified American Indian candidates. In other than the proceeding situations, the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Tribal and/or Indian preference is applicable per Title XX of the Tribal Code of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana.

Paid Time-Off

Employees accrue and may use paid time off, or “PTO” leave.

Employment Benefits

The Tribe offers a valuable insurance benefits package. All full-time employees who meet the eligibility requirements of each benefit program and who have completed their orientation period are entitled to the following insurance coverage:

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Group Term Life
  • Vision
  • Retirement

REQUIRED EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PACKET MATERIAL:

  • Tribal employment application that is complete and provides all information requested; or
  • Cover letter explaining your qualifications and experience relevant to the functions of this position.
  • Personal resume identifying your qualifications and experience relevant to the functions of this position.

Interested candidates, please submit a completed resume and cover letter to:

Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana
Attn: Human Resources
150 Melacon Road, P.O. Box 1589
Marksville, LA 71351
hr@tunica.org