Nez Perce Tribe Department of Law & Justice seeks IN-HOUSE PUBLIC DEFENDER

HR-16-102 full-time regular.

Applicant must provide evidence of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college of law, and of active membership in good standing in a State Bar Association.  Must have at least one (1) year documented successful litigation experience, preferably in a Tribal Court.  Must have an understanding of Tribal, federal, and state law and the multijurisdictional issues which often arise in a Tribal Court.  Excellent legal research and writing skills required.  Salary DOE.   Includes generous health insurance and other benefits.

Submit resume listing contact information for at least three work-related references, and legal writing sample. Pre-employment drug testing required.  Applicant must possess a valid driver’ license with the ability to be insured under the Tribe’s policy. (If driver’s license is not issued by Idaho a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the issuing state is required with application.)  NPT application forms available online at www.nezperce.org or by contacting the Human Resources office. Tribal preference applies.

Thanks very much,
Alice Koskela
Law and Order Executive Officer
Nez Perce Tribe