Employee Benefits & Perks

Make a meaningful impact and join our community in nature’s paradise

Employee Benefits & Perks

Make a meaningful impact and join our community in nature’s paradise

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Transform Lives, Including Yours

Make a Meaningful Impact and Join Our Community in Nature’s Paradise

Working with the Karuk Tribe means becoming part of something larger than yourself – you’ll help provide vital services to underserved communities, support sustainable land stewardship practices, and contribute to positive change in our rural region. Whether you are delivering essential services, supporting cultural programs, or helping advance tribal sovereignty, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives.

As a Federally Recognized Tribe, the Karuk Tribe has lived on ancestral territory since time immemorial. As one of the largest and respected employers along the Klamath River, we have taken great pride in offering our employees comprehensive benefits and fostering a supportive work environment for well over 45 years. We deeply value our team members and demonstrate our commitment through competitive benefits packages and a workplace culture built on mutual respect and care.

Throughout our history, we have continuously grown and achieved significant milestones while maintaining our dedication to both our employees and our community.

Are you passionate about outdoor activities like kayaking, fishing, and hiking? Our vibrant communities of Happy Camp, Orleans, and Yreka, CA offer the perfect setting for your next career move. At the Karuk Tribe, we’re not just offering a job – we’re inviting you to become part of a community where nature, culture, and career opportunities create an exceptional life experience.

The Karuk Tribe provides an exceptional work environment where culture, community, and professional growth flourish. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Retirement

Employees of the Tribe can embrace their retirement years through the Tribe’s Retirement Program (which included Tax Deferred Annuity) with a guaranteed 5%

Life Insurance

The Karuk Tribe supports employee well-being by providing a $25,000 term-life insurance policy for each team member. Employees can enhance their coverage through voluntary payroll deductions, offering additional peace of mind and financial protection for themselves and their families.

Keeping You Healthy!

The Karuk Tribe provides its employees with over 17 FEHB Medical Plan Options, including Rx, among them: Blue Cross/Blue Shield, GEHA etc…

Employees can avail themselves of the wide variety of healthcare services offered through our Karuk Tribal Health Care Clinics conveniently located in each of our communities including:

Health Care
Dental
Smoking Cessation
Mental Health Services
Diabetes Management
Weight Management
Telehealth
Vaccinations
Cultural classes
And Much, Much, More….

We Also Offer

Our tribe empowers workforce development through professional enhancement initiatives, financial support mechanisms, wellness opportunities, and essential workplace resources. Comprehensive details are available via human resources consultation.

Education and Training Programs
Loan Forgiveness (Position Specific)
Meal and Break Periods
Exercise programs (Pending Supervisor Approval)
Tools and Equipment

See HR for more details!