CATOOSA, Okla. (AP) - The Cherokee Nation is looking for employees at its casinos - but only Indians need apply.

The tribe will host a job fair next month at the Cherokee Casino Resort looking to fill about 1,000 casino jobs.

A tribal enrollment card or certified degree of Indian blood card will be needed to apply.

The race-specific job fair does not violate the federal Civil Rights Act because tribes are exempt from the hiring provisions of the law.

Any jobs that are not filled will be opened to non-Indian applicants.

Information from: The Oklahoman,