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Job vacancies are posted on Fridays. Any posts received prior to 12pm EST on Friday will appear in that Friday’s announcements. If you would like to submit a post for an Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the job and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.
The Nisqually Indian Tribe
Prosecuting Attorney and General Tribal Attorney, WA. The selected applicant will have a working knowledge of the Tribal Constitution and federal law and will provide legal advice to the Nisqually Tribal Council. These are full-time, contract positions. Please see the Requests for Proposals and instructions for more information or click here.
Pipestem Law
Associate Attorney, Tulsa, OK. Seeking an associate attorney to join a team focused on representation of tribal governments and tribal enterprises, as well as advocacy on legal issues related to the protection of Native women. Please see the job description for more information.
The Nature Conservancy
Indigenous Lands Specialist, Brazil. The Indigenous Lands Management Specialist develops, manages and advances conservation programs, plans and methods for Indigenous Territories in the Amazon Basin and other macro regions in Brazil. Please see the job description for more information.
The Indigenous Genre Project
Entertainment Contracts Attorney. This media company seeks to empower, amplify, and redefine Native Americans and Indigenous Peoples in popular culture. Native-owned and operated, the Project grounds itself in the belief that our stories are for everybody, but have gone largely untold. Within our communities lie thousands of years worth of heroes, villains, lovers, monsters, and political strife. Tapping into our rich histories, we are developing a slate of genre film and television projects that celebrates indigenous people, and engages non-native viewers in an emotional journey that engenders empathy for our experiences and gives a revolutionary glimpse into the stories of the land we stand on.
Knowledge of standards and practices used in television and film, and contracts related to writers, directors, producers, and intellectual property as we interface with major agencies and buyers is needed. Please contact Kapena Baptista (kapenabaptista@gmail.com) for more information.
Legal Aid of Western Michigan
Executive Director, MI. Legal Aid of Western Michigan (LAWM) seeks an Executive Director to lead this non-profit organization in its mission to secure justice and protect rights of low-income individuals unable to obtain and pay for legal services in civil matters by the provision of high quality legal representation and counsel. Applications close October 15, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.
DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.
See below for more information about available positions. To apply, send resume with references, cover letter, and writing samples to HResources@dnalegalservices.org.
Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians
General Counsel, Sault Ste. Marie, MI. The General Counsel works under the primary supervision and direction of the Tribal Board to provide legal advice and representation to the Board and to the various governmental programs, departments, and enterprises of the Tribe. Application is open until full. Please see the job description for more information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS)/ Director’s Office
Tribal Affairs Director, Salem OR. The chosen candidate will provide leadership in developing, coordinating and monitoring and evaluating program activities of the department to assure that the relationship between the department and each of the nine federally recognized Tribes of Oregon is built on trust, mutual respect, and an understanding of government to government sovereignty. Please see the job description for more information.
Postings from September 14, 2018.
The 25th Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference will take place on March 28-29, 2019, at the University of Washington School of Law in Seattle. The Conference Planning Committee is now seeking proposals on topics related to dispute resolution for this exciting multi-track conference.
To be considered for inclusion in our program, please submit your proposal(s) to the committee no later than Monday, October 15, 2018. Our Request For for Proposals (RFP) as well as previous conference programs are available on our website.
Job vacancies are posted on Fridays. Any posts received prior to 12pm EST on Friday will appear in that Friday’s announcements. If you would like to submit a post for an Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the job and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.
HOBBS, STRAUS, DEAN & WALKER, LLP
2019 Summer Law Clerk Program, Washington D.C. Hobbs Straus specializes in Federal Indian Law and has worked for over 35 years to realize positive change in Indian Country. Our attorneys are dedicated to promoting and defending tribal rights, expanding opportunities for tribes, and improving the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Please see the job description for more information.
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe
Deputy Public Defender, Tuscon, AZ. The Deputy Public Defender delivers professional and competent legal service in the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Public Defender’s Office. The incumbent provides representation to adults and juveniles, charged with criminal offenses, in the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Court. This representation includes court appearances, investigation, preparing and arguing motions, conducting bench, jury trials, and appeals. Please see the job description for more information.
Navajo Nation
Attorney, Department of Justice in Natural Resource Unit, Window Rock, AZ. This position serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General of the Navajo Nation. New law school applicants as well as experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply. Please see the job announcement and the Navajo Nation Department of Personnel Management website http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html for more information. Please contact Ms. Cherie Espinosa, Acting Deputy Attorney General for further information at cespinosa@nndoj.org. This position is open until filled.
Tax Attorney, Office of the Tax Commission, Window Rock, AZ. New law school applicants as well as experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply. Please see the job announcement and the Navajo Nation Department of Personnel Management website http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html for more information. Please contact Ms. Cherie Espinosa, Acting Deputy Attorney General for further information at cespinosa@nndoj.org. This position is open until filled.
Morongo Band of Mission Indians
Summer 2019 Law Clerk, Banning CA. It is the goal of the Morongo Legal Department to provide a tailored Clerk program that responds to the interests and goals
of the Law Clerk. The Law Clerk program includes the opportunity to get to know the Morongo Tribal Community, lands, and Enterprises. By clerking with the Morongo Legal Department, we are confident you will improve your lawyering skills, learn first-hand the demands of in-house legal counsel, and gain meaningful exposure to substantive Indian law projects. The position is paid and only 20 miles west of Palm Springs. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please see the description for more information.
The Yankton Sioux Tribe
(3) Supreme Court Judges, Wagner, SD. Seeking applicants for three (3) law trained Supreme Court Judges positions for the Yankton Sioux Tribal Supreme Court as established in Title I, Chapter II of the YST Law and Order Code to hear cases as needed taken on appeal from the Yankton Sioux Tribal Court under Rule 37 of the YST Rules of Civil Procedure and Chapter V of the YST Rules of Criminal Procedures. Resumes shall be submitted to and reviewed by the YST Business and Claims Committee at P.O. 1153, Wagner SD, 57380, (605)384-3641, who will make appointments, determine further qualifications, terms of office and compensation as set forth in Title I, Chapter II, Sec. 1-2-2(2) of the YST Law and Order Code. The positions shall be considered open until filled.
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
Executive Director, Okmulgee, OK. The Executive Director assists the Gaming Commission charged with investigating regulated activities to assure compliance with federal/tribal laws. Assist with preparation of quarterly report and budget. Assist Commission and supervises staff. Please see the job description for more information.
Berkey Williams LLP
Indian Law Fellowship Program, Berkeley, CA. Our Indian Law Fellowship Program encourages recent law graduates to work in the field of Indian law and provides the Fellow with an opportunity to pursue a wide variety of projects in Indian country. The Fellowship intends to contribute to the development of the Indian law leaders of the future, whatever their career paths in the field might be. The deadline to apply is October 12, 2018. Please see the description for more information.
Last week’s job posting: September 7, 2018.
The purpose of the 2018 World Indigenous Law Conference is to bring together lawyers, judges, academics, Knowledge Keepers, policy experts, community leadership, community advocates, students and all interested parties to embark on and share in conversation and discourse about the implementation of Indigenous Law into western contemporary legal systems and highlighting Indigenous Laws that already exist in Indigenous communities and Nations.
Register online: https://events.attend.com/f/1383784704
This program contains 12 hours of EDI Professionalism Content.
Do you want to incorporate sober support requirements in your court orders for people who are substance users, but don’t know much about sober support? Are you interested in unique sober support options? Join us for our next FREE webinar on Sober Support in Tribal Communities to learn more!
October 26th & October 27th in Arlington, VA
The Equal Justice Works Conference & Career Fair is the largest national public interest career fair and an opportunity for students and recent graduates to participate in both pre-scheduled interviews and networking events. Click here for more information and to register.
Student/recent graduates have the opportunity to apply for positions with over 188 employers from across the country. The deadline to apply for pre-scheduled interviews for the over 240 internship and postgraduate positions is Friday, September 14.
Job vacancies are posted on Fridays. Any posts received prior to 12pm EST on Friday will appear in that Friday’s announcements. If you would like to submit a post for an Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the job and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.
View posts from August 24, 2018.
The Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians
Enrollment RFP. The Tribe seeks a Service Provider to act as an Independant Enrollment Committee. The Service Provider will be responsible to understand and carry out all steps of PRCI’s Enrollement process. Please submit all responses by September 19, 2018. Please see the description for more information.
Department of Health and Human Services
Supervisory Health Care Administrator (Deputy Director), Rockville, MD. This position is located in the Office of Clinical and Preventive Services (OCPS), Division of Behavioral Health (DBH), within the Indian Health Service (IHS), Headquarters. Application closes September 4, 2018. Please see the job posting for more information.
Mescalero Apache Tribal Court
Associate Judge, Mescalero, NM. The Associate Judge is responsible for fairly and impartially hearing and deciding judicial matters within the jurisdiction of the Mescalero Apache Tribal Court. The position is open until filled.
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi
Chief Legal Officer, Pine Creek, MI. NHBP is seeking a qualified candidate who will work under the primary supervision and direction of the Tribal Council while providing legal services to the operational direction of the Tribal governement’s Chief Executive Officer. Application closes September 22nd at 5pm. Please see the job description for more information.
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community
Staff Attorney, Swinomish Village, WA. The Office of Tribal Attorney advises and represents the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community in Federal, Swinomish and State courts. The Office of Tribal Attorney provides legal services covering a broad range of Tribal government, economic development, natural resource and Federal Indian law issues. Please see the job description for more information.
The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
General Counsel, Mashantucket, CT. Work under the direction of the Tribal Council to set legal strategies for and provide legal services to the Tribe and its entities. A law degree from an ABA approved/accredited law school is required along with a least fifteen (15) years of practice. An in-depth knowledge of federal Indian Law, business law, economic development and governmental issues preferred, as well as experience managing personnel and running a legal office or department. Please see the job description for more information.
Colorado River Indian Tribes
Deputy Attorney General (Civil), Parker, AZ. The Deputy Attorney General works with Tribal Council and all Tribal Departments and Enterprises, under the supervision of the Attorney General. The Office of the Attorney General provides legal representation to the Colorado River Indian Tribes, its Tribal Council, departments, and enterprises. Application closes September 20, 2018 at 5pm. Please see the job description for more information.
Rosette, LLP
Associate Attorney, Mattawan, MI. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in business transactions and/or working with Indian tribes. The ideal candidate must be willing to travel and work on client matters throughout the United States. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated and willing to work in a dynamic atmosphere with minimal supervision. Please see the job description for more information.
2019 Summer Law Clerk, Mattawan, MI. Strong research and writing skills are required. The ideal candidate is well-organized, able to work with minimal supervision, and able to work well in a team environment. Applicants should be highly motivated and possess a professional demeanor and superior communication skills. Some knowledge of federal Indian law or tribal law is preferred. Please see the description for more information.
Galanda Broadman, PLLC
Associate, The firm seeks an associate who is deeply committed to representing Indian interests, who is state bar licensed, preferably in Washington State, and who has at least two to five years of experience in civil litigation or serving as a judicial clerk. Please see the job description for more information.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe
Contract Attorney, Tucson, AZ. Provide quality, effective, competent, zealous legal representation to all clients in a professional, skilled manner consistent with the attorney’s responsibilities under the State Bar of Arizona with experience in criminal and juvenile cases. The position requires extensive court appearances and daily client contact. Please see the job description for more information.
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