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Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position (which includes position title and location) as well as a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians

Legal Intern(s), Manistee, MI. Intern(s) will work closely with the Unified Legal Department in several clearly defined projects to be completed. Interns will assist the Unified Legal Department in its role as in-house legal counsel to the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. The Unified Legal Department provides legal services and representation to the Tribal Government and its Enterprises, including Elected Officials, Departments, Commissions, and the Little River Casino Resort. Applications will be reviewed on a revolving basis, beginning December 1, 2018, until the position(s) is filled. Applications may be sent via email to the Unified Legal Department at UnifiedLegal@lrboi-nsn.gov.

Manhattan Legal Services

Summer Internship(s), Manhattan, NY.  The law student’s responsibilities may include: client intake, interviewing and outreach; Legal research and writing; Observation of court proceedings and/or administrative hearings; and advocacy and representation with administrative agencies. The law students will receive close supervision and will also have many opportunities to attend court proceedings and interact with clients. This could possibly satisfy educational requirements; stipends may be available through a fellowship program such as the Skadden Fellowship Foundation. Please see the position description for more information.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Intertribal Agriculture Council

Development Director, duty station is flexible. This position matches the initiatives, staff, and other resources of the organization with funding opportunities on a broader scale. Facilitate and fund partnerships to further improve our ability to promote economic development through sustainable agriculture. If interested please submit a detailed letter of interest and resume for consideration to kari@indianaglink.com. Application closes February 15, 2018 at 5:00pm (MST). For more information, please visit http://www.IndianAgLink.com.

Native Governance Center

Finance & Operations Director, St. Paul, MN. This position provides overall direction for all financial management, accounting and budgeting function, will oversee the organization’s Human Resource function and processes, and technology services. The ideal candidate is energized by working in a setting reflective of the consistent change, pace and realities of a new and developing organization. Full description and application instructions at: nativegov.org/careers.

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

Assistant General Counsel, Fountain Hills, AZ. Serves as legal advisor to the Tribal Council, tribal government departments and economic enterprises; Provides legal advice and analysis of tribal, state and Federal laws and regulations, specifically in relation to water and environmental law and policies; Drafts and revises the Tribal Constitution, Law and Order Code, other tribal laws, ordinances, and policies; Works at hours and times outside of normal business hours and days; and more. Application closes March 7, 2019.

Queens Legal Services

Reader/Intake Paralegal, Jamaica, NY. The reader/intake paralegal will be responsible for reading court and government agency documents, client documents and other papers to the staff attorney; will assist the attorney as needed in client meetings at the office and off-site at court, administrative hearing offices, and outreach locations; will be responsible for helping with other administrative tasks as needed to support the staff attorney, including but not limited to: maintaining paper and electronic files; completing handwritten and fillable electronic immigration forms at the attorney’s direction; and organizing and formatting documents for court hearings and filings. Please see the job description for more information.

Executive Assistant, Jamaica, NY. The Executive Assistant to the Project Director will work closely with the MLS Project Director and leadership team in key areas including the following: Providing support to our Board of Directors, including taking minutes at evening Board Meetings; Assisting with employee orientation and personnel-related documents; Coordinating the hiring process; Helping manage escrow and other fiscal-related tasks; Monitoring staff timekeeping; Helping coordinate and support receptionists and secretarial staff, including overseeing scheduling; and more. For more information please see the job description.

Legal Services NYC

Clinical Social Work Supervisor Part-Time – Consultant, New York, NY. Legal Services NYC seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as a consultant to provide supervision to 6 MSW level staff located in multiple borough offices. Supervision would include clinical supervision as well as supervision to address the complexities of social work in an interdisciplinary setting. Up to 20 hours per month is anticipated and scheduling is flexible. Travel to local borough offices is required. Please see the job description for more information.

Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas

Staff Attorney, Eagle Pass, TX. Work with Native American individuals, families, organizations and Tribal governments in all areas of Federal Indian Law, including but not limited to, advising on issues involving jurisdiction, estate planning, trust assets, tribal governance, employment, and the Indian Child Welfare Act. May represent clients in court or before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. This position is full-time. Application is open until filled. Click here to apply.

Prosecutor, Eagle Pass, TX. Prosecuting attorneys are licensed lawyers who represent KTTT in criminal cases against individuals or groups accused of illegal activity. Must have a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution and be licensed to practice law in the state, with a minimum of 7 years’ experience. This full-time position is open until filled. Click here to apply.

Director of Police, Eagle Pass, TX. Under Tribal Administrations re-organizational plan, organize and direct the efficient operation of the police department through the direction of subordinate officers who maintain law and order, prevent crimes, protect life and property, and assure all police services are delivered in a safe, effective and timely manner. This full-time position is open until filled. Click here to apply.

The Chehalis Tribal Court

Associate Judge, Oakville, WA. Seeking a part time associate judge to preside over the civil dockets, which includes general civil matters and family law cases.  The Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation is a small rural community located approximately 25 miles south of Olympia, Washington.  This is a contractual position for 2 to 3 court days per month. Interested persons must have a law degree and at least 5 years of experience in civil and family law matters.  Tribal law experience is required.  American Indian applicants are encouraged to apply.  Contract terms are negotiable.  Please send all inquiries to court@chehalistribe.org or call 360-709-1615.

The Nez Perce Tribe’s Office of Legal Counsel

Full-time Staff Attorney, Lapwai, ID.  The ideal candidate: is comfortable handling litigation, transactional negotiations, project management, and strategic planning; is a team player; exercises sound judgment; possesses excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills; is able to analyze complex factual, legal, and policy issues, delve deeply into any area of law, and respond to the wide array of legal issues that require prompt and accurate analysis. Areas of emphasis for this position include federal Indian law, commercial transactions, employment law, and land matters. Submit résumé, 5-10 page writing sample, 3 letters of reference, and job application (available at www.nezperce.org) to Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 365, Lapwai, ID 83540.  For questions about the position, contact Julie Kane, Managing Attorney, at 208-843-7355.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Assistant Executive Counsel, Sells, AZ. The Assistant Executive Counsel provides legal counsel and representation to the Chairman and Vice-Chairmen of the Tohono O’odham Nation as well as to executive branch departments, offices, and programs in all areas of Indian law. The position will handle a combination of transactional work and litigation. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of civil litigation experience within a law firm. Must be a member of the Arizona State Bar in good standing OR eligible to become a member. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample to Wendell R. Matt, Executive Counsel, via email at wendell.matt@tonation-nsn.gov. If you have any questions please call (520) 383-2028.

Hoopa Valley Tribal Court and Rise Above

RFQ. Rise Above in collaboration with The Hoopa Valley Tribal Court is seeking a subcontractor to help establish program policies and procedures and needed infrastructure for the Hoopa Valley Tribal Court Crime Victims Service Program, provide services for victims and survivors within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Hoopa Valley Tribe, which is located in Northern California, 95546. The RFQ is due February 22, 2019.

See posts from February 8, 2019.

 

 

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position (which includes position title and location) as well as a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission

Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Outreach Coordinator, Odanah, WI. The duties of this 1-year full time position include participating in government-to-government meetings and activities of inter jurisdictional bodies; developing and implementing a strategy for communicating with communities of GLIFWC’s member tribes; coordinating with staff; outreach to GLIFWC’s member tribes; and more. Submit a letter of interest with a writing sample and resume (including 3 references) to Leanne Thannum, Litigation Support Specialist. For more information call (715)-682-6619 or email lthannum@glifwc.org.

Hoopa Valley Tribe

RFS, Northern California, 95526. Address the immediate and long-term needs of crime victims that best match each person’s needs and priorities. Our intended outcome is for victims and survivors to have access and services with low and no barriers. The Hoopa Valley Tribal Court is soliciting statements of intent from Indian owned economic enterprises/contractor(s) to respond to requests for qualifications. Please see the attachment for more information. The statement of intent is due January 28, 2019.

Augustine Tribe in Southern California

Controller, Coachella, CA. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience in a Tribal Government.  This position oversees all of the following operational accounting functions: general ledger, fixed assets, payroll processing, accounts receivable, accounts payable and grant & program cost accounting.  The Controller integrates and coordinates cross-functionally with staff regarding the accounting and administration of the Tribe’s grants, Tribal Member programs, Per Capita and Children’s Trust distributions. This position is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

Sitka Tribe of Alaska

Tribal Attorney, Sitka, AK. The Tribal Attorney is responsible for working with STA’s departments on legal issues with tribal government offices and services. The position is responsible for supervising legal staff, overseeing the realty program and Tribal Court; and for providing direct services to restricted property land owners and native allotment applicants within the Sitka Area. Please see the job description for more information.

Ho-Chunk Nation

Staff Attorney, Black River Falls, WI. Assist Tribal Court Judges and Supreme Court Justices with legal research and the drafting of opinions in a timely manner while facilitating public access to the Court through the provision of procedural legal information. Cover letter, resume, transcripts, writing sample & application are required. Please see the job description for more information. Please submit application materials to: Clerk of Court, Mary Thunder at Mary.Thunder@ho-chunk.com.

The Snoquamie Indian Tribe

RFP, Snoqualmie, WA. requests proposals from individual attorneys and law firms interested in serving as Defense Attorney on a part-time, contractual basis, for a three-year term beginning no later than 30 days after contract execution. The Tribe plans to fill at least two Defense Attorney positions pursuant to this RFP. The Defense Attorney will represent parents in Indian Child Welfare cases and defendants in criminal cases in the Snoqualmie Tribal Court (“Court”), as assigned. Currently, Indian Child Welfare cases constitute the bulk of the case load. The Tribe anticipates that the workload will require, on average, approximately 5-20 hours of legal services per month, although this could vary depending on the number and nature of cases being handled at any given time. Please visit the link for more information.

The Navajo Nation

Associate Attorney, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position provides a variety of legal advice, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as researching and recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Court Solicitor, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ.  This position provides a variety of legal advice, counseling, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch; shall supervise and oversee all licensed attorneys, law clerk, hearing officers, supreme court clerk, and law clerk interns of the Judicial Branch.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

District Court Judge, Judicial District Court, Navajo Nation Wide. The District Court Judge is responsible in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position shall perform work of unusual difficulty, hear arguments, read briefs and conduct research necessary to pass judgment and issue rulings on cases brought before the Navajo Nation Supreme Court.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

The Nez Perce Tribe’s Office of Legal Counsel

Staff Attorney, Lapwai, ID. Areas of emphasis for this position include federal Indian law, commercial transactions, employment law, and land matters. Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, be a member in good standing of a state bar, and must within one year, if hired, be admitted to the Idaho State Bar.   Submit résumé, 5-10 page writing sample, 3 letters of reference, and job application (available at www.nezperce.org) to Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 365, Lapwai, ID 83540.  For questions about the position, contact Julie Kane, Managing Attorney, at 208-843-7355.

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians

Request for Proposals, Manistee, MI. Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Election Board would expect the Attorney to become familiar with election regulations and procedures, provide assistant for election disputes, and provide legal defense to actions initiated against the Election Board. Please see the description for more information. Proposals are due January 25, 2019.

Environmental Law Institute

Internship. ELI seeks individuals to support the research and publications departments of the Institute. Interns work directly with staff on a variety of projects. Substantive areas of focus include: air and water quality, climate change, renewable energy, hazardous waste and brownfields, international environmental policy, sustainable land use, biodiversity conservation, wetlands management, freshwater and ocean policy, environmental health, environmental enforcement, and mining law. Applications for the spring internship will be accepted until 11:59 pm Friday, March 8, 2019. Please direct all inquiries to internsearch@eli.org. Phone calls are not accepted. Visit the link for more information.

See posts from January 18, 2019.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position (which includes position title and location) as well as a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Ho-Chunk Nation Department of Justice

Tribal Counsel, Black River Falls, WI. Perform a wide variety of legal work representing the Nation as a government, its departments, boards, and commissions. The Tribal Counsel will prepare pleadings for hearings and other legal proceedings; perform legal research; and more. Interested applicants should submit an application, resume and transcripts if they are within 2-5 years. This position is open until filled. See the application here and please see the job description for more information.

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Right of Way Specialist, Cloquet, MN.  The Right-of-Way Specialist, located at the Band’s Natural Resource/Tribal Court building, performs all tasks relating to trust and fee right-of-way activities for the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. This includes the subjects of deeds, leases, acquisitions, easements, mapping, surveying, legal descriptions, data management, document recording, planning, National Environmental Policy Act, land use, zoning, and project management. Please see the job description for more information and find the application here or email Lisa at lisashabaiash@fdlrez.com.

Michigan Indian Legal Services, Inc (MILS)

Staff Attorney, Southwest Michigan. MILS, is a statewide provider of free legal services to low income Indians and Indian tribes. MILS represents Indian individuals, families, tribes and organizations in cases that span a range of tribal and federal Indian law cases. The ideal applicant will be licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible to be admitted by waiver and have three to five years relevant experience. Please see the job description for more information.

Staff Attorney, Traverse City, MI. MILS represents individuals, families, tribes and organizations in cases that span a range of tribal and federal Indian law cases. This position will focus on tribal and state law legal issues; with an emphasis on tribal court child welfare and criminal defense matters. This position will require overnight travel in the Upper Peninsula. Please see the job description for more information.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Attorney General, Sells, AZ. Provides legal advice and representation to all officials, agencies, departments, divisions and branches of the Tohono O’odham Nation. The attorney general represents the Nation in all legal proceedings, and in other matters that affect the legal interests of the Nation; advises senior management and tribal officials; and supervises assistant attorneys general and contract attorneys. Please see the job description or visit this link for more information. Application closes February 1, 2019.

ACLU of Montana

Indigenous Justice Legal Internship Program, Missoula, MT. Seeking applications from current law students. Current top priority areas include: Indigenous Justice, criminal justice reform, and immigrants’ rights. We work on a range of additional issues including reproductive justice, voting rights, freedom of speech and religion, LGBTQ rights, and informational and digital privacy. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with initial review beginning on January 25, 2019. Interested students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Please see the position description for more information.

Pueblo of Isleta

Chief Judge, Isleta, NM. Achieves the Tribal Court’s goals and objectives by adjudicating all criminal and civil cases brought before the Isleta Tribal Court in accordance with the legal code of the Pueblo of Isleta. Duties include conducting court sessions and hearings, reviewing procedural content, providing advice as needed to people of the community, and more. Please see the job description for more information. Application closes February 6, 2019.

Associate Judge, Isleta, NM. Works with the Chief Judge in achieving the Tribal Court’s goals and objectives by adjudicating all criminal and civil cases brought before the Isleta Tribal Court in accordance with the legal code of the Pueblo of Isleta. Manages and oversees all Tribal Court staff. Please see the job description for more information. Application closes February 6, 2019.

Tribal Prosecutor, Isleta, NM. Presents criminal complaints and prosecutes individuals accused of violating civil and/or criminal laws. Serves as presenting officer in persons at risk cases. Please see the job description for more information. Application closes January 18, 2019.

Mescalero Apache Tribe

Chief Judge, Mescalero Apache Tribal Court, Mescalero, NM. The Chief Judge is responsible for fairly and impartially hearing and deciding judicial matters within the jurisdiction of the Mescalero Apache Tribal Court and ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Court. Please see the position description for more information, and a full position description is available upon request.

University of Wisconsin – Madison

Asst Professor – Native American Environment, Health and Community, Madison, WI. The faculty member in this position will conduct research and participate in teaching that addresses environmental components essential to a healthful and culturally rich environment. Please see the position description for more information. Application closes February 1, 2019.

Havasupai Tribe

General Counsel, Flagstaff AZ.  The General Counsel provides professional legal counsel and representation to the Havasupai Tribal government as indicated by the Tribal Council. The General Counsel works closely and independently with the Tribal Council and the Tribal Government staff. Please see the description for more information. This position is open until filled.

Chief Judge, Supai, AZ. The Tribal Chief Judge presides over a broad range of civil and criminal cases for the Havasupai Tribal Court.  This position would require an individual to review a broad range of civil and criminal matters, and render decisions under Havasupai laws. Please see the description for more information. This position is open until filled.

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians

Request for Proposals, Manistee, MI. Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Election Board would expect the Attorney to become familiar with election regulations and procedures, provide assistant for election disputes, and provide legal defense to actions initiated against the Election Board. Please see the description for more information. Proposals are due January 25, 2019.

Spokane Tribe of Indians

Prosecuting Attorney, Wellpinit, WA. The Tribal Prosecutor represents the Spokane Tribe of Indians in Tribal Court in all criminal prosecutions, both adult and juvenile, dependency actions, exclusion proceedings, truancy filings, and certain civil code violations. Please see the job description for more information. The application closes February 7, 2019.

Yavapai-Apache Nation

Chief Judge, Camp Verde, AZ. The Chief Judge presides over and ensures the proper operation for the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court. The Chief Judge is the primary judicial officer of the Tribal Court and administrator of the Nation’s Courts. Please submit your resume and application to: hrfrontdesk@yan-tribe.org. Application close Janaury 28, 2019. See the description for more information.

Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation

Associate Attorney, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position provides a variety of legal advice, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as researching and recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Court Solicitor, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ.  This position provides a variety of legal advice, counseling, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch; shall supervise and oversee all licensed attorneys, law clerk, hearing officers, supreme court clerk, and law clerk interns of the Judicial Branch.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

District Court Judge, Judicial District Court, Navajo Nation Wide. The District Court Judge is responsible in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position shall perform work of unusual difficulty, hear arguments, read briefs and conduct research necessary to pass judgment and issue rulings on cases brought before the Navajo Nation Supreme Court.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Hoopa Valley Tribal Court

RFP, Northern California, 95526. The Hoopa Valley Tribal Court is soliciting proposals to develop, compose and facilitate a community needs assessment and strategic plan. These two deliverables are sequential and interlinked. The Hoopa Valley Tribe encourages Indian owned businesses and contractors to submit proposals and provides a preference. The proposal is due January 25, 2019. Please see the description for more information.

Columbia Riverkeeper

Staff Attorney, Hood River or Portland, OR; possibility of working remotely from Olympia or Seattle, WA. The Staff Attorney is responsible for working with Riverkeeper’s staff to develop and execute Riverkeeper’s legal and policy work, including representing Riverkeeper in litigation and administrative processes. The Staff Attorney’s work plan focuses on campaigns to protect the Columbia from fracked gas, oil-by-rail, and other fossil fuel infrastructure. Please see the position description for more information. The application closes February 6, 2019.

Puyallup Tribe of Indians

Law Clerk, Tacoma, WA. Under the general direction of the Chief Judge, this position is responsible for researching and analyzing intricate, complex and sensitive legal issues and questions for the Tribal Court Judges. Application closes February 14, 2019. Please see the position description for more information.

DNA- People’s Legal Services, Inc.

The following positions are vacant. To apply email Hresources@dnalegalservices.org, or visit https://dnalegalservices.org.

• Managing Attorney, Public Defender, Keams Canyon, AZ
• Staff Attorney, Public Defender, Keams Canyon, AZ
• Managing Attorney (Civil), Keams Canyon, AZ
• Staff Attorney (Civil), Keams Canyon, AZ
• MLP Attorney, Tuba City, AZ
• Receptionist, Flagstaff, AZ
• (2) Staff Attorney, Farmington, NM
• MLP Managing Attorney, Farmington, NM
• NMVOCA Project Attorney, Farmington, NM
• Director of Litigation, Window Rock, AZ
• Director of Information Technology, Window Rock, AZ
• Community Outreach/Legal Education Coordinator, Window Rock, AZ

 

See posts from January 4, 2019.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Interior Board of Indian Appeals

Attorney-Adviser, Arlington, VA.  The Interior Board of Indian Appeals (IBIA), Office of Hearings and Appeals, U.S. Department of the Interior, is currently soliciting applications from highly qualified individuals to serve as IBIA’s staff attorney.  For more information please see the attached job description or visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/517311600.  Application closes December 19, 2018.

Match-e-be-nash-she-wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians

Tribal Prosecutor, Shelbyville, MI. This position will prosecute violations of Tribal law, consistent with principles of Tribal Sovereignty. The Prosecutor will represent the Tribe in all hearings related to his/her specific job duties before the Gun Lake Tribal Court, will present information in a manner consistent with ethical standards of justice and will perform his/her job duties in accordance with the laws of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians. Application closes December 13, 2018.

Alaska Legal Services Corp.

Native Law Staff Attorney, Fairbanks, Alaska. This position provides direct representation to Tanana Chiefs Conference member Tribes and tribal members. The attorney will primarily represent tribal clients in proceedings related to the Indian Child Welfare Act (“ICWA”), but will litigate other Native law and civil matters on behalf of TCC Tribes and tribal members in state court, and may provide advice to Tribal clients on issues under tribal law. Position to start in January 2019, and is open until filled. See attached job description, or visit https://www.alsc-law.org/job-opportunities/ for more information. Resume, writing sample, and references should be sent to ppickett@alsc-law.org.

Nevada Legal Services

Indian Law Program Staff Attorney, Elko, NV.  Nevada Legal Services is a statewide non-profit that provides free legal assistance to low income Nevadans. The Indian Law Program is based out of our Reno office and serves the 27 Native American tribes and colonies within the State of Nevada. The Program provides a wide range of services to both tribal members and tribal governments based upon the needs expressed by each community. In that capacity, the Program acts as public defender in a number of tribal jurisdictions and also serves as counsel to the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada. Frequent travel throughout Nevada, including overnight stays, is required.

This is a full-time position. Benefits include paid sick and vacation time; paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Requirements:Applicants should be licensed to practice in Nevada or in another state and eligible for admission pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 72.1.  Experience with criminal defense highly preferred as well as knowledge of federal Indian law or tribal law.

If interested in the position, please send a resume and letter of interest to our HR administrator, Roberta O’Hara, rohara@nlslaw.net.

Michigan Indian Legal Services

Summer Legal Interns/Externs, Traverse City, MI and Southwest MI. Michigan Indian Legal Services (MILS), a statewide provider of free legal services to low income Indians and Indian tribes, seeks three summer legal interns/externs. One position will be based out of tribal offices in Southwestern Michigan and assist an attorney providing on-site services to tribal members. One intern in the Traverse City office will focus on two tribal domestic violence/human trafficking projects. One intern in the Traverse City office will provide direct assistance to clients under the supervision of two attorneys. For more information please see the position description.

Staff Attorney, Traverse City, MI. This position will focus on tribal and state law legal issues; with an emphasis on tribal court child welfare and criminal defense matters. This position will require overnight travel in the Upper Peninsula. The ideal applicants will be licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible to be admitted by waiver and have three plus years relevant litigation experience. Please see the description for more information.

Staff Attorney, Southwest MI. The ideal applicant will be licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible to be admitted by waiver and have three to five years relevant experience. Applicants must possess both written and oral advocacy skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of American Indians. MILS will accept applications from candidates with all levels of experience. Please see the job description for more information.

Poarch Band of Creek Indians

(2) Assistant Attorney Generals, Atmore, AL. Responsible for assisting the Attorney General and Assistant Attorney Generals in providing legal services and representation to the Tribe, its Tribal Chair, its Tribal Council, Tribal Government, Tribal Authorities, all Tribal departments and entities, and all Tribal boards, commissions, and committees. For more information please see the jobs’ description. Application closes December 18, 2018 at 5pm.

AmeriCorps

Attorney Members, locations include: Alaska (5 positions in various locations throughout the state), Oklahoma (3 positions), Arizona (1 position in Phoenix) and Nebraska (1 position in Omaha). Work with local legal aid agency and partnering hospital or health clinic serving tribes to offer civil legal trainings to health providers, and provide comprehensive legal assistance for low-income patients. Areas of legal advocacy include public benefits, housing, special education, domestic violence, elder law, family law, and consumer law. For more information please see the position description.

Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi

Chief Legal Officer, Fulton, MI. Works under the primary supervision and direction of the Tribal Council.  Provides legal services to the operational direction of the Tribal government’s Chief Executive Officer consistent with the laws, budgets and policy directives enacted by the Tribal Council.  The position entails performing a broad range of legal work for all departments and divisions of the Tribal government, as well as, appearing in Courts of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, Michigan State Courts and federal courts on behalf of the Tribe as authorized and directed. Please visit the link for more information. Application closes January 2, 2019 at 5:00pm.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Attorney General, Sells, AZ. The attorney general provides legal advice and representation to all officials, agencies, departments, divisions and branches of the Tohono O’odham Nation, a federally recognized Indian tribe with 2.8 million acres of reservation land in Southern Arizona. The attorney general represents the Nation in all legal proceedings, and in other matters that affect the legal interests of the Nation; advises senior management and tribal officials; and supervises assistant attorneys general and contract attorneys. Application closes February 1, 2019.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Attorney, Clarksburg, WV. The FBI’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is looking for experienced and highly qualified attorneys to join its exciting and challenging legal practice.  OGC provides legal advice to the entire FBI, including the Director, FBI headquarters officials and agents in the 56 domestic field offices, on a wide range of substantive issues. For more information please visit the link.

Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation

Associate Attorney, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position provides a variety of legal advice, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as researching and recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Court Solicitor, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ.  This position provides a variety of legal advice, counseling, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch; shall supervise and oversee all licensed attorneys, law clerk, hearing officers, supreme court clerk, and law clerk interns of the Judicial Branch.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

District Court Judge, Judicial District Court, Navajo Nation Wide. The District Court Judge is responsible in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position shall perform work of unusual difficulty, hear arguments, read briefs and conduct research necessary to pass judgment and issue rulings on cases brought before the Navajo Nation Supreme Court.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

 

See posts from November 30, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation

Associate Attorney, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position provides a variety of legal advice, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as researching and recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Court Solicitor, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ.  This position provides a variety of legal advice, counseling, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch; shall supervise and oversee all licensed attorneys, law clerk, hearing officers, supreme court clerk, and law clerk interns of the Judicial Branch.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

District Court Judge, Judicial District Court, Navajo Nation Wide. The District Court Judge is responsible in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position shall perform work of unusual difficulty, hear arguments, read briefs and conduct research necessary to pass judgment and issue rulings on cases brought before the Navajo Nation Supreme Court.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Nisqually Indian Tribe

Attorney, Olympia, WA. Attorney will support, defend, advance and represent the various interests of the Nisqually Tribe by providing legal services to tribal government and administrative departments. May review and advise on commercial contracts and serve as tribal legal liaison in tribal business, financial, and real estate planning and development enterprises. For more information please see the job description. Applications closes December 20, 2018.

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians

Legal Intern, Manistee, MI. Intern(s) will work closely with the Unified Legal Department in several clearly defined projects to be completed during the summer.  Interns will assist the Unified Legal Department in its role as in-house legal counsel to the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. The Unified Legal Department provides legal services and representation to the Tribal Government and its Enterprises, including Elected Officials, Departments, Commissions, and the Little River Casino Resort. Applications will be reviewed on a revolving basis, beginning December 1, 2018, until the position(s) is filled. Please see the job description for more information.

The Comanche Nation

Request for Proposals, Lawton, OK. Inviting proposals for Chief Appellate Judge and Associate Appellate Judges of the Comanche Nation Tribal Court. Full copies of the Request for Proposal can be obtained through the Comanche Nation Website: https://comanchenation.com/our-nation/request-proposals. Deadline for submission is January 10, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. CST. Proposals should be submitted via email in PDF format to Jared Ellis at jarede@comanchenation.com. Hand-delivered proposals can be dropped off in a sealed envelope to the Court Clerk for the Comanche Nation Tribal Court, Comanche Nation Courthouse, 584 NW Bingo Rd., Lawton, OK 73507.

Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court

Chief Judge, Verde Valley of Arizona. The Chief Judge presides over and ensures the proper operation for the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court. The Chief Judge is the primary judicial officer of the Tribal Court and administrator of the Nation’s Courts. For more information please see the job description. Application closes December 21, 2018.

The National Indian Gaming Commission

Summer Legal Intern, Washington, DC. The National Indian Gaming Commission is seeking applicants for a summer internship in the Washington, DC office in the Office of General Counsel. OGC is committed to the professional development of new attorneys in the field of federal Indian law. Work will consist of legal research and writing and review of various gaming matters. For more information please see the internship description. Application closes January 4, 2019. 

Associate General Counsel, Washington, D.C.  The Office of General Counsel within the National Indian Gaming Commission is looking for a supervisory attorney capable of exercising judgment while performing challenging legal assignments, with a broad knowledge of the field of Federal Indian law and regulations as they pertain to Indian gaming and in relation to the operations of the IGRA, and federal, state, and tribal laws and regulations. For more information please see the attached job description or visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/518026200. Application closes December 7, 2018.

 

See posts from November 23, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson1 Comment

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Assistant Executive Counsel, Sells, AZ. The Assistant Executive Counsel provides legal counsel and representation to the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Tohono O’odham Nation as well as to executive branch departments, offices, and programs in all areas of Indian law. The position will handle a combination of transactional work and litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, excellent research, writing and communication skills, and at least three years of civil litigation experience within a law firm. Must be a member of the Arizona State Bar in good standing OR eligible to become a member. To apply, please send a cover letter, résumé, and a writing sample to Wendell R. Matt, Executive Counsel, via email at wendell.matt@tonation-nsn.gov. If you have any questions, please call (520) 383-2028.

Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate of the Lake Traverse Reservation

RFP. Seeking proposals from qualified, licensed attorneys to provide judicial services to the Tribal Court as a Second Associate Judge. For more information please see the description.

DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.

See the available positions here. To apply, email hresources@dnalegalservices.org and visit http://www.dnalegalservices.org.

The Redding Rancheria Tribe

Staff Attorney, Redding, CA. Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, Staff Attorney will provide legal advice and legal assistance to the Tribal Council and the Tribal administration. Consults directly with the Legal Department and as directed with the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Team, department heads and casino management. Please see the description for more information. This position will be open until filled.

Sound Transit

Tribal Relations Manager, Seattle, WA.  Under general direction, the Tribal Relations Manager (or Tribal Liaison) is responsible for overall coordination of Sound Transit’s relationships, interactions and consultations with Puget Sound Indian Tribes. Although this is not an attorney position and does not require a law degree, attorney applicants will likely be very competitive given the knowledge and skills required for the position.  Details can be found at the  link, no closing date specified.

Earthjustice

Staff Attorney and Director of Tribal Partnerships, Bozeman, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle location strongly preferred. To apply for this position Earthjustice has retained the services of Swan Legal Search for this job search.  For more information please see the job description. Interested candidates should submit the application to Delia Swan via email at: delia@swanlegal.com.

Associate Attorney for Tribal Partnerships, Bozeman, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle location strongly preferred.  Given these geographic considerations, associate attorney applicants may increase the strength of their application by being willing to reside in multiple locations, depending on where the Director is hired. Please see the job description for more information. To apply for the Associate Attorney position we ask that candidates apply through Jobvite: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=o9mF8fw2&s=Turtle_Talk

Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians

RFP. Gun Lake Investments is seeking proposals from qualified law firms/lawyers to provide legal representation of the Gun Lake Investments Board of Directors and management. The primary contact for this project is June Mamagona Fletcher and all questions during the proposal period can be emailed to jmfletcher@gunlakeinvestments.com by November 28, by 5:00 p.m.  For more information please see the description.

The Udall Foundation

Native American Congressional Internship, Washington, D.C. The Foundation seeks candidates who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities, and an interest in working with Native American issues and policy. Interns are provided round-trip airfare, lodging, per dium, and an educational stipend. The application deadline is January 31, 2019. For more information please see the description.

 

See posts from November 7, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson1 Comment

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Sitka Tribe of Alaska

Guardian Ad Litem, Sitka, AL. This part-time position serves as a resource for the Tribal Court. Interested individuals must submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references. The letter of interest should include a proposed hourly rate and should illustrate the individual’s background and interest in Sitka native culture. Must have comprehensive familiarity and cultural competency with traditions and values. Must be able to pass a criminal background check. For a full job description, questions or to apply; contact Kathy Mathews at 907-747-7178,  via e-mail at Kathy.mathews@sitkatribe-nsn.gov, or mail to 456 Katlian Street, Sitka, Alaska 99835, Attn: Kathy Mathews. Deadline for applications is November 9, 2018 at 4:00pm.

Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation

Associate Attorney, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position provides a variety of legal advice, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as researching and recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. Deadline for applications is November 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. (MST).

Court Solicitor, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ.  This position provides a variety of legal advice, counseling, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch; assists with judicial administrative functions, such as recommending policy changes and improvements for overall Judicial Branch; shall supervise and oversee all licensed attorneys, law clerk, hearing officers, supreme court clerk, and law clerk interns of the Judicial Branch.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. Deadline for applications is November 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. (MST).

Staff Attorney, Widow Rock Judicial District Court, Window Rock, AZ.  The Staff Attorney performs work of considerable difficulty in providing complex legal advice and guidance; conducts legal research and drafts legal documents in support of the judges, court solicitor and court administrators; undertakes special projects for the Judicial Branch. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. Deadline for applications is November 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. (MST).

Human Resources Director, Administrative Offices of the Courts, Window Rock, AZ. This position is responsible for the direction and administration of the human resources function for the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch.  In summary, the Human Resources (HR) Director oversees the implementation of policies, organizational development, compensation, benefits, performance management, performance evaluation, employee relations, recruitment, and retention in compliance with all Navajo Nation laws, Judicial Branch Personnel Policies, and Personnel Policies for Judges and Justices. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. Deadline for applications is November 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. (MST).

District Court Judge, Judicial District Court, Navajo Nation Wide. The District Court Judge is responsible in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation, Window Rock, AZ. This position shall perform work of unusual difficulty, hear arguments, read briefs and conduct research necessary to pass judgment and issue rulings on cases brought before the Navajo Nation Supreme Court.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

Public Defender, Port Angeles, WA. Essential duties and responsibilities of the Public Defender include representing defendants in adult criminal cases; Representing youth in delinquency and status offense cases; Representing parents or other legal custodians in child dependency cases; Representing Elwha Tribal members in contested traffic, housing, and civil regulatory cases; and more. Please see the job description for more information. This position is open until filled.

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.

Kalispel Tribe of Indians

Contract and Intellectual Property Staff Attorney, Usk and Airway Heights, WA. The Staff Attorney provides legal representation to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians including governmental departments and enterprises in the areas of contracts, grants and intellectual property. To apply, click here. For more information, please see the position description.

 

See posts from October 26, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson1 Comment

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Ho-Chunk Nation

Tribal Counsel, Black River Falls, WI. The Tribal Counsel performs a wide variety of legal work representing the Nation as a government, its departments, boards, and commissions. The Tribal Counsel will prepare pleadings for hearings and other legal proceedings; perform legal research; provide court room representation; and more. For more information please see the job description. Click here for the application.

World Intellectual Property Organization

Intern, Geneva, Switzerland. WIPO’s Traditional Knowledge Division is looking for an intern to work with us as soon as possible in 2019 for an initial period of six months, renewable for another six months. The ideal candidate would have a background in intellectual property (IP) law, an advanced degree (Master, PhD etc.) and an interest in the relationship between IP and traditional knowledge, genetic resources and/or traditional cultural expressions. For more information please see the position description. Application closes November 16, 2018.

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Tribal Prosecutor, Ignacio, CO. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in one or more state jurisdictions, must be eligible to waive in to admission in Colorado within a year of hiring, and must have one year of criminal law experience with actual trial experience. The Tribal Prosecutor is part of the Legal Department, which is led by a Director and staffed by five attorneys, a Legal Assistant, and a Legal Aide to the Prosecutor. To apply, please visit the link. The position closes on November 1, 2018.

Operating Director – Energy, Ignacio, CO. Ensures Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund energy activities are conducted in compliance with and to advance the GF Financial & Implementation plan, and applicable company business plans. BS in Engineering, Geology, or Geophysics; AND 20 years project management or development experience including 15 years experience as a Senior Level Manager w/ progressively responsible roles in energy investment, development and project management.  Closing date: 5:00 pm on 11/20/18. For position details and to apply, visit: www.sugf.com

Kalispel Tribe of Indians

Contract and Intellectual Property Staff Attorney, Usk and Airway Heights, WA. The Staff Attorney provides legal representation to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians including governmental departments and enterprises in the areas of contracts, grants and intellectual property. To apply, click here. For more information, please see the position description.

The National Council of Urban Indian Health

Director of Congressional Relations, Washington, D.C. Reporting to the Executive Director and Deputy Director, the Director of Congressional Relations will have both internal and external facing responsibilities grounded in serving Urban Indian Health Programs to advance the mission of NCUIH through excellence in policy, advocacy, outreach, technical assistance, discreet research projects and related programs. Please see the job description for more information.

Congressional Relations Associate, Washington, D.C. The Congressional Relations Associate works under the supervision of the Policy department to support the development, planning and implementation of the legislative priorities of the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH). The key feature of this position is the ability to be an effective policy analyst and advocate in the legislative arena. Effective advocacy relies on several key elements functioning in harmony. Please see the job description for more information.

Federal Relations Associate, Washington, D.C. Reporting to the Director of Federal Relations, the FRA will have both internal and external facing responsibilities grounded in serving UIHPs to advance the mission of NCUIH through excellence in policy, advocacy, outreach, technical assistance, discreet research projects, and related programs. Please see the job description for more information.

The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

Public Defender. The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, located on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula of Washington State, is hiring a fulltime Public Defender to represent defendants/respondents in criminal and civil matters.  Please see job description.

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians

Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA), Onamia, MN. The SAUSA works for the government to try criminal cases. The incumbent will initiate and carry out legal proceedings against a person who has been accused of a crime. On behalf of the national, regional, tribal, or local court system, the incumbent works to evaluate and/or convict criminals to secure other forms of justice. For more information, please see the job description.

San Juan Southern Paiute Tribal Court

Appellate Judge (RFQ), Tuba City, AZ. The San Juan Southern Paiute Tribal Court of Appeals is seeking applicants for a part-time Appellate Judge position. The Appellate Judge of the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribal Court of Appeals is responsible for hearing appeals from the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribal Court. The Appellate Judge shall be responsible for hearing all cases and controversies arising in law or equity under the Constitution of the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe. This is for a four-year appointment contract term. The position will remain open until filled. Please contact Tribal Secretary Tamara Talaswaima at t.talaswaima@sanjuanpaiute-nsn.gov with any questions.

Navajo Nation

Attorney, Department of Justice, Office of the Prosecutor, Tuba City, AZ.  This position serves at the pleasure of the Chief Prosecutor 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. Jaime High, Deputy Chief Prosecutor for further information at jaimehigh@navajo-nsn.gov.   This position is open until filled.

Attorney, Department of Justice, Office of the Prosecutor, Kayenta, 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. Jaime High, Deputy Chief Prosecutor for further information at jaimehigh@navajo-nsn.gov.  This position is open until filled.

Sitka Tribe of Alaska

Guardian Ad Litem, Sitka, AL. This part-time position serves as a resource for the Tribal Court. Interested individuals must submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references. The letter of interest should include a proposed hourly rate and should illustrate the individual’s background and interest in Sitka native culture. Must have comprehensive familiarity and cultural competency with traditions and values. Must be able to pass a criminal background check. For a full job description, questions or to apply; contact Kathy Mathews at 907-747-7178,  via e-mail at Kathy.mathews@sitkatribe-nsn.gov, or mail to 456 Katlian Street, Sitka, Alaska 99835, Attn: Kathy Mathews. Deadline for applications is November 9, 2018 at 4:00pm.

Michigan State University Department of English

Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, East Lansing, MI. Michigan State University is in Anishinaabe homelands, located in the territories of Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa peoples. Communities of Anishinaabe persons and Indigenous persons from all over the world live in the greater Lansing (Nkwejong) area. We applications and nominations for the Audrey and John Leslie Endowed Professorship in Literary Studies with a focus on North American Indian and Indigenous literary studies, preferably pertaining to Great Lakes American Indian and Indigenous writing and culture. We seek an assistant or associate professor to begin in Fall 2019. This position is tenure-system. Please see the description for more information.

See posts from October 19, 2018.

 

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson1 Comment

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the position and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Udall Foundation

Native American Congressional Internship, Washington D.C. This fully funded, ten-week summer internship offers distinctive opportunities for Native American and Alaska Native students who are interested in learning more about the federal legislative process while gaining an insider’s view of the government’s unique trust relationship with tribes. The application deadline is January 31, 2019. Please visit the job description for more information.

Waséyabek Development Company, LLC

Administrative Assistant, Grand Rapids, MI. WDC is a legal entity, created and wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi. The position is responsible for providing administrative support to WDC and subsidiary companies. Assist with scheduling and calendaring of meetings, travel arrangements and expense reports. Provide graphics and formatting for presentations and provide a broad variety of administrative duties. Please see the job description for more information.

Tribal Law and Policy Institute

(2) Program Specialists, West Hollywood, CA. The Tribal Law and Policy Institute (TLPI) is a Native American operated non-profit corporation organized to design and deliver education, research, training, and technical assistance programs which promote the enhancement of justice in Indian country and the health, well-being, and culture of Native peoples. Responsibilities will primarily focus on the Tribal Healing to Wellness Court Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Program. Submissions should be sent to Jessica Harjo, Operations Director, at jessica@tlpi.org. Application deadline: October 26, 2018 5:00pm PST. Please see the job description for more information.

World Intellectual Property Organization

2019 Indigenous Fellowship Program. WIPO has launched a Call for Expressions of Interest to be the next WIPO Indigenous Fellow. In line with the WIPO Indigenous Fellowship Program, the new WIPO Indigenous Fellow will be appointed for one year, renewable once for another year. Please note that the deadline for submitting expressions of interest has been extended until October 8, 2018.

Northwest Justice Project

Staff Attorney, Mount Vernon, WA. The Skagit Justice Project is a collaboration between NJP and Skagit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services (SDVSAS) in an innovative program to provide legal services and advocacy to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking throughout Skagit County. Provide outreach, legal representation, and collaboration with DVSAS and community agencies to improve victim services to underserved Skagit County communities, including immigrants, tribal members, migrant workers and isolated rural residents. Work closely with a DVSAS legal advocate and community groups to lower challenges to access such as language barriers and lack of information about legal rights. The position is funded by a 3-year grant. Please see the description for more information.

The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians, Office of the Attorney General

2019 Summer Law Internship, Valley Center, CA. Seeking one or two law students who have completed at least one year of law school in an ABA accredited institution.  This internship will offer the opportunity to obtain practical knowledge and experience regarding both tribal and federal Indian law.  The selected law student(s) will assist the Attorney General with preparing legal memoranda on a wide-variety of legal matters handled by the office, and researching and drafting Tribal ordinances, policies and resolutions.  This position is full-time, working remotely from home with some scheduled on-reservation attendance required.  Application closes November 19, 2018. Please see the full description for application details.

Frederick Peebles & Morgan LLP 

Associate Attorney, Sacramento, CA. FPM has developed a reputation as aggressive litigators, advocates, and accomplished negotiators. Our dynamic team offers a diverse skill set and are able to tackle the toughest and most complex issues facing tribal governments, tribal corporations, and Native Americans. Candidates must possess strong academic credentials as well as excellent organization, research, writing, and analytical skills. In addition, membership to the California State Bar is required. To be considered, please provide a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your law school transcript to: Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources, ahacker@ndnlaw.com. Accepting applications through October 31, 2018.

Berkey Williams LLP

Indian Law Fellowship, 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. Please see the description for more information. The deadline to apply is October 12, 2018.

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.

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.

Litigation Associate, Green Bay, WI. This business law firm provides legal solutions to clients ranging from privately-held businesses to Fortune 500 companies. We seek an attorney with a minimum of two years of commercial litigation experience (trial experience a plus). Most importantly, we are looking for individuals who bring a positive attitude and team-focused approach to their work. Talented, creative, entrepreneurial, trust-worthy attorneys with a sincere commitment to living in Northeastern Wisconsin are encouraged to apply. In addition to an excellent compensation and benefit package, we offer an award-wining work environment and the opportunity to work with clients doing business both locally and around the globe. Interested candidates should submit their resumé via our website at www.gklaw.com.

The Environmental Law Institute

Intern, Washington D.C. ELI seeks individuals to support the research and publications departments of the Institute. Substantive areas of focus include: air and water quality, climate change, renewable energy, hazardous waste and brownfields, international environmental policy, sustainable land use, biodiversity conservation, wetlands management, freshwater and ocean policy, environmental health, environmental enforcement, and mining law. Applications for the spring internship will be accepted until 11:59 pm Thursday, November 15, 2018. Please direct all inquiries to internsearch@eli.org. Phone calls are not accepted. Please see the description for more information.

Blackfeet Tribe

In House Staff Attorney, Browning, MT. Seeking full time in-house attorney to represent the Tribe in administrative and civil proceedings in federal, state, and tribal forums. The staff attorney will primarily be responsible for general ligation matters, employment relations, legislative advocacy, and assisting tribal programs. Please see the job description for more information.

 

See posts from September 28, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson1 Comment

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 open Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the job and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

See postings from September 21, 2018.

Navajo Nation

Attorney, Department of Justice, Office of the Prosecutor, Tuba City, AZ.  This position serves at the pleasure of the Chief Prosecutor 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 for more information.  Please contact Ms. Jaime High, Deputy Chief Prosecutor for further information at jaimehigh@navajo-nsn.gov.

Attorney, Department of Justice, Office of the Prosecutor, Kayenta, 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 for more information.  Please contact Ms. Jaime High, Deputy Chief Prosecutor for further information at jaimehigh@navajo-nsn.gov.

Procopio

(2) Summer 2019 Native American Law Internships, Native American Internship Program, San Diego CA.  Procopio offers two paid summer internships. Please note the deadline for submission is October 31 at 5pm PST.  You can gain additional information about the applications here, and you can learn about our alumni of the program here.  Should you have any questions regarding the internship or the application process, please contact Ted Griswold at ted.griswold@procopio.com.

The Hopi Tribe

Deputy General Counsel, Kykotsmovi, AZ. The Deputy General Counsel provides professional legal counsel and representation to the Hopi Tribal government – including the legislative and executive branches of the Hopi Tribe, the administrative departments, offices and programs. Please see the job description for more information.

Chief Probation Officer, Kykotsmovi, AZ. This position is responsible for administrative management and supervision of the Probation Unit; and supervision of adult and juvenile probationers to assure adherence to court orders in support of the Hopi Tribal Court, Judicial Services. Please see the job description for more information.

Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP

Associate Attorney, Oklahoma City, OK. Our attorneys are dedicated to promoting and defending sovereign rights, expanding opportunities for tribes, and improving the lives of American Indians and Alaskan Natives. This position is open until filled. Please see the  job announcements for more information. To apply:  Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and recent writing sample to Cindy Bonewitz at cbonewitz@hobbsstraus.com.

Michigan Indian Legal Services

Staff Attorney,  Traverse City, MI. This position will focus on tribal and state law
legal issues; with an emphasis on tribal court child welfare and criminal defense
matters. This position will require overnight travel in the Upper Peninsula. For more information please see the job description.

The Ute Indian Tribe of Northeastern Utah

Tribal Prosecutor, Tribal Courts, Fort Duchesne, Utah. For more information regarding this position and how to apply, please refer to job description. Closing date: October 11th, 2018. To apply, please send application, resume, and certifications to one of the following individuals: Ronevav@utetribe.com or Taunishac@utetribe.com. Closing date: October 11th, 2018

Attorney, Social Services, Fort Duchesne, Utah. Attorney will act as the legal representative for the Ute Indian Tribe Social Services in child welfare and vulnerable adult related matters where court and/or legal interventions are needed to ensure the safety and well-being of clients served by the Ute Indian Tribe Social Services (UITSS). Please refer to job description for more information regarding this position. To apply, please send application, resume, and certifications to one of the following individuals: Ronevav@utetribe.com or Taunishac@utetribe.com. Closing date: October 11th, 2018

Tribal Law and Policy Center

Program Assistant, St. Paul, MN. The Program Assistant is a full-time position responsible for a range of administrative and program support duties to assist the TLPI Minnesota Office staff with the implementation of current TLPI projects. Application closes October 15, 2018. For more information please see the job description.

Native American Rights Fund

Paralegal, Boulder, CO. Application closes October 16, 2018. NARF paralegals provide multiple attorneys with whatever litigation, administrative, and clerical support is required. They coordinate and manage all aspects of cases and matters, including in all phases of the litigation process. Please see the job description for more information.