Job Announcements

Arianna Morseau

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send all of the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu

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A typed brief description of the position which includes

  • Position title
  • Location (city, state)
  • Main duties
  • Closing date
  • Any other pertinent details, such as a link to the application
  • An attached PDF job announcement or link to the position description

Wilton Rancheria

Tribal Court Director. Elk Grove, CA. The Tribal Court Director (Clerk of the Court) is the supervisory administrative position of the Tribal Court of Wilton Rancheria. The Tribal Court Director provides a variety of legal advice, counseling, research, and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Wilton Rancheria Judicial Branch. Closing Date: August 14, 2023.

Coeur d’Alene Tribe

Tribal Prosecutor. Plummer, ID. Represents the Coeur d’Alene Tribe in Tribal Court in criminal prosecutions, youth in need of care (dependency) actions, exclusion proceedings, truancy filing and certain civil code violations. Main duties include, filing decisions for all criminal violations, both adult and juvenile, and youth in need of care petitions in the Tribal Court and advise the Tribal Police and the Social Services Department. The position is open until filled. 

New Mexico Legal Aid, Inc.

Director – Native American Program. Santa Ana Pueblo, NM. For this position, the Director is responsible for overseeing the Native American Program including: The provisions of legal services, performing administrative duties, and working in close collaboration with other members of NMLA’s management team, organizing and participating in community education and outreach activities to the various Pueblo communities, collaborating with tribal agencies and organizations, being active in local bar and community activities. Deadline: August 15, 2023 (or until filled)

University of Arizona James E Rogers College of Law

Clinic Director. Tucson, AZ. Our clinic website is here, and the clinic is also affiliated with the University’s Natural Resource Users Law & Policy Center. Please encourage your networks and law fellows to apply! The position will remain open until filled.

Maine Indian Tribal-State Commission

Executive Director. Trescott, ME. Pursuant to the strategic direction of the Commissioners, the Executive Director will be responsible for the management of Commission projects and activities, including organizing Commission meetings; supervision of staff and contractors; legislative and policy work; education; research and production of studies and reports; finances; fundraising; maintenance of records; and general office management. Applications due by 8/21/2023.

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs

Policy Advisor/Counsel. Washington, D.C. Work on Indian Affairs matters within the Committee’s jurisdiction, including public safety, voting, land and natural resources, transportation infrastructure, and economic development policy. Closing date: August 2, 2023.

Earthjustice

Associate Attorney, Rocky Mountain Office. Denver, CO. Earthjustice is seeking Associate Attorneys to join our Rocky Mountain Regional Office. The Associate Attorney position is a three-year position with the opportunity for a three-year extension as a Senior Associate Attorney. The position requires 1-5 years post-law-school legal experience and will begin in January or April 2024. Apply By Date: 8/20/2023.

Associate Attorney, California Regional. Los Angeles, CA or San Francisco, CA. We are accepting applications for an Associate Attorney to conduct legal advocacy, including administrative advocacy and litigation, with the California Regional Office. The position requires 1-5 years post-law school legal experience. This role may be based in Los Angeles or San Francisco. Apply By Date: 8/13/2023.

Legal Practice Assistant, Alaska. Juneau, AK. Earthjustice is seeking applications for a full-time Legal Practice Assistant to join the Alaska Regional Program. This role is based in our Juneau, Alaska office. Our ideal candidate would be available to start as soon as possible. Apply By Date: 8/6/23.

National Council of Urban Indian Health

Director of Congressional Relations. Washington D.C. Reporting to the Vice President of Policy and Communications, the Director of Congressional Relations will have both internal and external facing responsibilities to advance the mission of NCUIH through excellence in policy, advocacy, outreach, technical assistance, research projects and related programs. Closing Date: 8/31/23.

Kadiak, LLC

Assistant Project Manager. Anchorage, AK. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: Work directly with the Tribal Court Project Manager to implement goals and objectives of projects, work cooperatively with Team Kadiak, interns and/or externs to implement project goals, as needed, assist in meeting goals and objectives of the training and technical assistance contracts and agreements, overview project goals and ensure project goals are achievable. liaise with project lead and other project managers to maintain project schedule and efficacy. Closing Date: Until filled.

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe

Deputy Solicitor General. Onamia, MN (Remote). Advise Band executive staff, legislative staff, and the Solicitor General on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of laws and regulations.  Assist in drafting legislation and reviewing proposed legislation.  Assist in the representation of the Band in civil actions brought by or against the Band, on all legal issues and at functions related to assigned responsibilities.  Prepare and present cases in the Band’s judicial system.  Review drafts of laws, rules, and regulations affecting Band operations and administration.   Assure that other divisions within the Band are updated on pertinent legal issues.  Coordinate regulatory and administrative projects as assigned.   Ensure Band members have access to capable legal representation when needed.   Other duties as assigned. CLOSING DATE:  Until Filled.

The Catawba Nation

Fall 2023 Legal Internship. Remote. Interns will assist the Nation’s Legal Department by researching pertinent issues and drafting ordinances, memoranda, and policies. Interns will be asked to work remotely. The closing date to apply for the Internship is August 19, 2023.

Nevada Legal Services

Legal Assistant/Secretary. Carson City, NV. Provide support to attorneys and staff by performing clerical duties, answering phones, conducting intake, managing outreach, preparing correspondence to attorneys and clients, filing documents, and managing case files.  Perform other duties as assigned. Closing date: Open until filled.

U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources, Democratic Staff

Deputy Chief Counsel (Democratic Staff). Washington, DC. The primary responsibility of the position is to assist the Chief Counsel in advising the Ranking Member and other Committee Democrats on the rules and the procedures of the Committee and the House. The position entails: legislative drafting; jurisdictional analysis; advising on parliamentary procedure; acting as liaison to Republican staff, other congressional committees and offices, and Executive agencies; and providing general legal counsel to the Ranking Member and Democratic Staff on topics in the Committee’s jurisdiction, including Federal Indian Law and statutes governing the conservation and development of public lands and waters. Closing Date: August 21, 2023.