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NCAI Webinar: Gun Purchases, Tribal Convictions, and Using the Instant Criminal Background Check System (Feb. 23 at 2pm)

February 22, 2018February 22, 2018Neoshia Roemer

Identifying dangerous persons across jurisdictions can help prevent needless tragedies. Keeping firearms away from persons who are legally prohibited from purchasing firearms requires collaboration across many jurisdictions—including tribal governments. NCAI will be hosting a webinar on NICS, featuring a presentation from JoAnn Garrison, Liaison Specialist from the FBI NICS Business Unit. The webinar will provide an overview of NICS and the ten federal firearm prohibitions, and then explain how tribes can access and use NICS to protect tribal citizens form illegal gun possession. The discussion will primarily focus on the two federal prohibitions specific to domestic violence: the Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence federal prohibition, 922(g)(9), and the Protection Order federal prohibition, 922(g)(8). Attendees will gain knowledge of the role they play in sharing information needed to determine if a firearm transfer is disqualified under federal law as well as highlight the importance of sharing record information on a national level.

–You can register for the webinar here.–

The webinar will be recorded if you are not able to join. If you have any questions, please contact: Elizabeth Reese, erese@ncai.org.

Friday Job Announcements

February 16, 2018Neoshia Roemer1 Comment

Job vacancies are posted on Friday. Additional announcements may appear throughout the week. If you would like your Indian law or leadership job posted on Turtle Talk, please email indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Nevada Legal Services

Staff Attorney, Indian Law Program, Reno, N.V. The Indian Law Program is looking for an attorney to serve the 27 Native American tribes and colonies within the State of Nevada and provide a wide range of services to both tribal members and tribal governments. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Robert O’Hara, rohara@nlslaw.net.

Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

Staff Attorney, Akwesasne Mohawk Casino, N.Y. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for providing legal advice on a wide array of legal issues as assigned. The Staff Attorney shall report to the General Counsel. Application closes on Feb. 16, 2018.

Pechanga Tribal Government

Associate General Counsel, Temecula, C.A. The Associate General Counsel will work in the Office of the General Counsel under the direct supervision of the General Counsel for the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians. The Associate General Counsel will work with the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel to provide legal services, representation and advice on legal issues confronting the Tribal Government, its entities and enterprises; provide guidance and assistance to Tribal Government departments; and provide limited service to tribal members in matters relating to tribal status. Send resume and application to HR@PECHANGA-NSN.GOV.

Department of Justice

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Sioux Falls, S.D. United States Attorney Offices prosecute federal criminal offenses and represents the interests of the United States in civil and criminal cases. Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide Federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to administer and enforce the Nation’s laws to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. Closes on Feb. 22.

Northern California Intertribal Court System

Clerk of Court, Hopland, C.A. The Clerk of the Court is responsible for the administration and management of Northern California Intertribal Court System’s (NCICS) criminal and civil docket, including, but not limited to, matters referred to mediation or arbitration. The Court Clerk is also the initial point of contact for public inquiries regarding the Northern California Intertribal Court System, and is responsible for other duties assigned by the Court Operations Manager.

NCICS Court Operation Manager , Hopland, C.A. The Northern California Intertribal Court System (NCICS) Tribal Court Operations Manager is responsible for the administration of tribal court operations, programs, and services. The Tribal Court Operations Manager works closely with tribal leaders of the NCICS Judicial Council, Judges, tribal attorneys, court clerks, probation officers, tribal advocates, and county Judges and court administrators. The Tribal Court Operations Manager supervises and manages all daily operations of the NCICS including but not limited to, preparing the court budget, maintaining court security, overseeing court reports, managing public information, and maintaining records. The Tribal Court Operations Manager is also responsible for the supervision and management of all court staff. The Tribal Court Operations Manager reports to and is directed by the Chair of the Judicial Council and the NCICS’ governing body – a Judicial Council appointed by the governing bodies of the four consortium Tribes.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Attorney Prosecutor, Sells, A.Z. The attorney presents criminal complaints and prosecutes individuals accused of violating the laws or ordinances of the Tohono O’odham Nation. Entry-level attorneys are welcome.

Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians

Student Law Intern, Petoskey, M.I. The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians (LTBB) Prosecutor’s Office is seeking one unpaid summer law clerk funded through your school or other external sources. The Prosecutor’s Office handles criminal, civil, child welfare and natural resource cases. The Tribal Prosecutor is looking for applications from students interested in working on a huge variety of legal issues. No prior Indian law classes are required, but a genuine interest in Indian law and strong legal research and writing skills are necessary. Please email cover letter and resume and writing sample to Human Resources at hr@ltbbodawa-nsn.gov and state your GPA in your cover letter.

Previous Friday Job Announcements: Feb. 9, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

February 9, 2018February 9, 2018Neoshia Roemer1 Comment

Comanche Nation Tribal Court

Indigent Defense Attorney, Lawton, O.K. The Comanche Nation is requesting proposals for an Indigent Defense Attorney of the Comanche Nation Tribal Court. Full copies of the Request for Proposal can be obtained through the Comanche Nation website: www.comanchenation.com. Deadline for submission is February 16, 2018 at 4:00pm CST. Proposals should be submitted in PDF format via email: shannonn@comanchenation.com. Sealed proposals will be received in person at Comanche Nation Administration Building, 584 NW Bingo Rd., Lawton, OK 73502 Attention: Grants Department.

Yakama Nation

Lead Attorney Position, Office of Legal Counsel, Toppenish, W.A. The Yakama Nation is looking for a Lead Attorney to serve as the administrative manager of director of the Yakama Nation Office of Legal Counsel, including coordinating and supervising all attorneys and other staff within the Office, and serving as the Yakama Nation’s lead legal counsel. The Lead Attorney shall provide high-quality, culturally competent legal services to the Tribal Council and all programs and departments in a timely manner. Please see the Yakama Nation’s job announcement and application. Application closes on February 27, 2018.

Attorney II, Public Defender Office, Toppenish, W.A. The Yakama Nation Public Defender Office is looking for an attorney to provide professional legal representation and advice to Tribal member clients in Tribal, State, and Federal Court. The attorney is responsible for providing representation in a full range of legal services. The position pays $33.37/hr, and the position will remain open until filled. Please see the Yakama Nation’s application.

Sitka Tribe of Alaska

Family Law Attorney, Sitka, A.K. The Sitka Tribe of Alaska is looking for a Family Law Attorney to provide holistic legal representation to Native American victims of domestic violence and sexual assault under the umbrella of the Sitka Tribe of Alaska Legal Department. The attorney will work collaboratively with other team members, especially project partner Sitkans Against Family Violence, to ensure holistic services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children and provide culturally sensitive and relevant services. To apply submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and STA job application to Anne Davis anne.davis@sitkatribe-nsn.gov or by mail to 456 Katlian St., Sitka, AK 99835. For a complete job description and application visit www.sitkatribe.org. Open until filled, first review is Feb. 26. Salary $60-85k DOE. Full-time benefited.

Poarch Band of Creek Indians

Ethics Officer, Atmore, A.L. The Poarch Band of Creek Indians is seeking proposals for an Ethics Officer to assist its legal counsel in fulfilling its duties and responsibilities under the Poarch Band of Creek Indians Ethics Code. Proposals are due no later than 5:00PM on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

U.S. Department of Justice

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Pierre, S.D. The U.S. Department of Justice is looking for an AUSA for the District of South Dakota to prosecute federal criminal offenses and represent the interests of the United States in civil and criminal cases. The position is full-time and pays $61,218 to $160,122 per year. Applications close on February 16, 2018.

U.S. Department of Interior

Associate Solicitor for Water Resources, Office of the Solicitor, Washington, D.C. The Associate Solicitor has primary responsibility for managing the Division of Water Resources, which includes the Branch of Water and Power and the Branch of Indian Water Rights. Management of the Division includes working with the Solicitor and the Deputy Solicitor in formulating policies of the Solicitor’s Office with respect to organization, budget, personnel, and legal activities. The position pays $164,200 to $189,600 per year. Applications close on March 2, 2018.

Indian Law Resource Center (Update)

Sidley Fellowship , Washington, D.C. The Terrance A. Sidley Fellowship is a competitive Fellowship awarded each year to a law student who shows particular promise for a career in federal Indian law and international indigenous human rights issues. The deadline for receipt of applications for summer 2018 is March 16, 2018.

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Assistant Dean for Career Services, Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, Michigan (Feb. 7, 2018).

Previous Friday Job Announcements: Feb. 2, 2018.