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Friday Job Announcements

January 18, 2019February 1, 2019Monica 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.

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, 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.

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.

Port Madison Enterprises

General Counsel, Suquamish, WA. The General Counsel oversees all legal advice and services, including outside counsel in providing such advice and services, to Port Madison Enterprises and its wholly owned subsidiaries on a broad range of legal and political matters arising in the operation of PME’s various businesses and interests. Please see the position description for more information.

Staff Attorney, Mission, SD. The Mission office serves the Rosebud Sioux Indian Reservation and Gregory, Jones, Mellette, Todd and Tripp counties in South Dakota. Applicants must be a bright, motivated, self-starter and have the tenacity to assume immediate practice responsibilities, including handling a significant caseload touching on many different areas of law. For more information, please see the job description. Closing date is February 28, 1019.

Managing Attorney, Eagle Butte, SD. Applicant must have at least one year’s experience in the practice of poverty law or Indian law, with trial and appellate experience in state and federal courts or two years’ experience in the general practice of law. For more information, please see the job description. Closing date is February 28, 1019.

Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska

Tribal Child Support Attorney, Juneau, AK. The Incumbent will provide legal services and representation to the Tlingit & Haida Tribal Child Support Department by preparing legal documents, drafting policy, reviewing cases, and more. Application Deadline is January 22, 2019, COB 4:30 p.m., electronic applications only. Click on the position link to apply. For questions contact Human Resources: humanresources@ccthita-nsn.gov or call 907/463-7707. Please see the position description for more information.

Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP

Associate Attorney, Louisville, CO. Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP is a nationwide law firm dedicated to the representation of American Indian tribes and organizations. Our firm goes beyond basic legal services to include legislative and governmental issues, corporate and financial affairs, energy and tax issues as well as litigation in many forums, including state, federal, and tribal courts. Please see the job description for more information.

Morongo Band of Mission Indians

Tribal Attorney, Banning, CA. Under the direction of the In House Counsel, the Tribal Attorney shall represent the interests of the Morongo Tribe, Morongo Tribal Government, Morongo Tribal Administration, and Morongo Tribal programs, in matters such as construction, employment law and economic development. For more information please see the job description.

Water Protector Legal Collective (WPLC)

Executive Director, Mandan, ND. The WPLC is a non-profit organization providing legal support, advocacy, and knowledge sharing for Indigenous centered and guided environmental and climate justice movements. The Executive Director will have overall responsibility for the administrative, fiscal and programmatic health and effectiveness of the organization, managing WPLC’s resources soundly, and building WPLC’s overall public image. This position is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

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 request for more information.

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.

New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA)

Executive Director, Albuquerque, NM. NMLA is committed to helping low income people in their struggle to access food, shelter, security and to preserve their unique cultural heritages. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. In order to receive full consideration, candidates are urged to submit their materials by February 8, 2019. Please see the position 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.

See job posts from January 11, 2019.

Friday Job Announcements

January 11, 2019Monica Williamson

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

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.

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

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

Hoopa Valley Tribal Court

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

January 4, 2019January 4, 2019Monica Williamson

Sitka Tribe of Alaska

Paralegal and TERO Officer, Sitka, AK. This position serves two functions: the paralegal function provides full support to the Legal Department and the TERO officer function monitors compliance with STA’s Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance and investigates complaints of noncompliance or discrimination. This position is open until filled. For more information please see the job description. To apply click here.

Tribal Court Clerk, Sitka, AK. The Tribal Court Clerk is the initial point of contact for the tribal court, providing respectful and responsive support to the Tribal Court and working closely with the Tribal Court Judges, Tribal Attorney and Social Services Department. This position is open until filled. For more information please see the job description. To apply click here.

Tribal Reality Specialist, Sitka, AK. The Realty Officer is responsible for providing direct services to restricted property land owners and native allotment applicants within the Sheet’ka Kwaan under supervision of the Tribal Attorney. This position is open until filled. For more information please see the job description. To apply click here.

General Counsel, Suquamish, WA. The General Counsel provides or oversees all legal advice and services, including outside counsel in providing such advice and services, to Port Madison Enterprises and its wholly owned subsidiaries on a broad range of legal and political matters arising in the operation of PME’s various businesses and interests. The General Counsel is subject to the direction and oversight of the PME Board of Directors. Please see the job description for more information.

Lummi Indian Business Council

Paralegal I or II, Bellingham, WA. Works under the supervision of the Legal Director and Staff Attorneys, and is responsible for routine legal issues, performs paraprofessional tasks and carries out a variety of paralegal, clerical and administrative functions to facilitate effective operations of the ORA, as assigned. See the application here and please see the job description for more information.

Mescalero Apache Tribal Court

Associate Judge Lay, 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. A full position description is available upon request. This position is open until filled.

Associate Judge Licensed, 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. A full position description is available upon request. This position is open until filled.

Ho-Chunk Nation Department of Justice

Tulalip Tribal Court

Associate Judge, Tulalip, WA. The Associate Judge will provide a full range of judicial services by hearing cases in the Tribal Court regarding, but not limited to such issues as, criminal, civil, fishing, hunting, youth dependency, traffic, housing, drug/wellness court, and gaming. For more information please see the job description. Application closes February 8, 2019. If interested in the position, please send a resume, cover letter, and writing samples to Alicia Horne by email address ahorne@tulaliptribes-nsn.gov or by mail address: 6332 31^st AVE NE Suite B, Tulalip WA, 98271.

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation

See posts from December 28, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

December 28, 2018December 27, 2018Monica Williamson

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Air Quality Enforcement Coordinator, Ignacio, CO. Under general supervision of the Air Quality Program Manager prepares, coordinates, and tracks air quality enforcement order packages and provides subject matter expertise on technical and regulatory tasks within the Enforcement Section of the Tribal Title V Operating Permit Program. For more information please see the job description. Candidates can apply online at https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/careers/. This position is open until filled.

See posts from December 21, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

December 21, 2018Monica Williamson

National Indian Gaming Commission

Legal Staff Assistant, Washington, DC. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Assists the attorneys, prepares administrative and appeal records and indexes, case files and other records or documents in support of enforcement actions, appellate review and other similar actions. Maintains and organizes files, databases, and office reports; prepares travel vouchers; maintains office calendar and time sheets. For more information please see the job description or visit this link. Application closes December 31, 2018.

Colville Tribal Legal Office

(2) Staff Attorney, Nespelem, WA. Provide representation to minors in tribal dependencies, delinquencies, school discipline, and special education cases and to Colville tribal members in Social Security/SSI disability matters (pre- and post-eligibility); draft wills and other instruments for Colville tribal members; and provide unbundled assistance in civil matters to our membership. People with caring hearts, adventurous spirits and strong minds are encouraged to apply. Please click here to apply and see the job description for more information.

Mescalero Apache Tribe

Economic Development Coordinator, Mescalero, NM. The Economic Development (“ED”) Coordinator oversees the ED Office and works closely with the President, Vice-President, Council, Chief of Staff, Administrator, and the ED Committee. The ED Coordinator develops and implements ED initiatives, as directed; identifies opportunities for regional ED and the development of small businesses; works to secure funding for ED activities; promotes the Tribe in order to expand ED opportunities; and performs other related duties as directed. For more information please see the job description.

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 (NEP A), land use, zoning, and project management. Please see the job description for more information.

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. Applicants must possess both written and oral advocacy skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of American Indians. Please see the job description for more information.

Department of the Interior – Office of the Solicitor – Division of Indian Affairs

Attorney-Advisor, Washington DC. This position will serve in a critical role as a legal adviser within the Dept of the Interior. This position also serves as a liaison among the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), the Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians (OST), the Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA), and other Offices as necessary, regarding implementation and interpretation of both general probate and AIPRA issues. Please visit the link for more information.

Attorney-Advisor, Branch of Environment and Lands, Washington DC. Provide legal advice and guidance to the Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs and the Bureau of Indian Affairs on fee-to-trust and environmental issues. Application closes January 11, 2019. Please visit the link for more information.

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ)

Program Director, Program Development and Judicial Engagement, Reno, NV, with an east coast office in Pittsburgh, PA. As a leader in continuing education opportunities, research, publication development, technical assistance, and policy development in the field of juvenile and family justice, the NCJFCJ is unique in providing practice-based resources to jurisdictions and communities nationwide. For an overview of NCJFCJ’s major initiatives, please go to www.ncjfcj.org/about. Application deadline is January 18, 2019. Visit the link or see the job description for more information.

U.S. Attorney’s Office – District of Montana

Tribal Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA), MT. The Tribal SAUSA will be responsible for day-to-day project-related activities to ensure that all activities are performed on time and within budget. She/he will also be responsible for communicating with the United States Attorney’s Office, Law Enforcement, Tribal Court Administrator, Tribal Judges, communicating with witnesses, communicating with victims, and more. For More information please see the job description.

Nevada Legal Services

Staff Attorney, Reno, NV. Provide a wide range of services to both tribal members and tribal governments based upon the needs expressed by each community. In that capacity, act as public defender in a number of tribal jurisdictions and also serve as counsel to the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada. Frequent travel to rural Nevada, including overnight stays is required. For more information please see job description.

Navajo Nation

Posts from December 14, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

December 14, 2018December 20, 2018Monica Williamson

DNA-People’s Legal Services

Multiple positions. DNA-People’s Legal Services (DNA) is a fast-paced non-profit law office committed to providing high quality general civil legal services to persons living in poverty in the Navajo and Hopi Reservations. Staff is passionate about what they do and the clients we serve. And as an organization, they care deeply about our employees and their well-being. They are also committed to providing significant professional development opportunities for staff. Please see the attachment for a list of open positions as well as respective locations.

Lakehead University

Dean of the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law, Thunder Bay, Ontario. This is a unique law school with a focus on Northern Ontario that graduated its first class in 2016. Three mandates are embraced within the Faculty’s curriculum: Aboriginal and Indigenous Law, Natural Resources and Environmental Law, and Sole/Small Town Practice with the Integrated Practice Curriculum. For more information please see the position description.

National Indian Child Welfare Association

Community Development Specialist, Portland, Oregon. is responsible for mobilizing and assisting tribal communities and programs to respond to the needs of tribal children. The position builds and maintains partnerships and networks resulting in resources to support children’s mental health, child welfare, and the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). The community development specialist has the overall responsibility of ensuring the coordination and management of the following specific responsibilities. Please see the position description for more information.

Havasupai Tribe

Chief Judge, Havasupai Tribal Court. Supai, AZ. Chief Judge is a part-time, contracted position and will be responsible for presiding over court hearing in person in Supai every other weekend, and conduct arraignments telephonically, as needed. Chief Judge will also serve as court administrator and supervise court clerks and manage grants. Position open until filled. See attached announcement for details.

General Counsel, Havasupai Tribe. Flagstaff, AZ. General Counsel is the principal legal counsel of the Havasupai Tribe and provides professional, in-house legal counsel to the Tribal government and departments, and manages all outside legal counsel. Position closes on January 11, 2018. See attached announcement for details.

The Nisqually Indian Tribe

In-house Prosecutor, Olympia, WA. The Prosecutor will represent the Tribe in all criminal matters in Nisqually Tribal Court, will advise the Tribe on a wide range of criminal and civil matters, and may also be asked to represent the Tribe in civil or child dependency matters in Tribal, State or Federal Court. While the primary role of this position is Prosecutor, the attorney will also be asked to perform general tribal attorney duties as assigned. Closing date is January 3, 2019. Send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Office of the Tribal Attorney, Nisqually Indian Tribe, 4820 She Nah Num Dr. SE, Olympia, WA 98513. Contact the Nisqually Legal Department at 360-456-5221 with any questions. See job description for more information.

Rosette Law, LLP

Litigation Attorney, Folsum, CA. Seeking a litigation attorney with 2-3 years civil motion practice and trial experience in tribal, state and/or federal courts. The firm specializes in representing federally recognized Indian tribes and their businesses. Please see the job description for more information.

Transactional Attorney, Folsum, CA. Seeking a transactional attorney with 0-2 years experience for contract review and drafting, secured financing transactions, and in-house counsel work advising clients on material contracts. Please see the second section in the job description for more information.

Osage Nation

Staff Attorney, Pawhuska, OK. Research laws, investigate facts, and prepare letters and documents necessary to assist the Office of the Attorney General in day-to-day activities and litigation. Please see the job description for more information. Here is the direct link to the job details and online application: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=8078&clientkey=C7F1082DFD630A67D2F9CB5635D8679F

The Legislative Commission on Indian Services (LCIS)

Executive Officer, Salem, Oregon. The LCIS was created in 1975 for the purpose of improving services with American Indians in the State of Oregon and promoting communication and relations between the State of Oregon and the federally recognized Indian Tribes in Oregon. For more information please see the job description. Application closed February 4, 2019.

New Mexico Sixth Judicial District Attorney’s Office

State Prosecutor, Silver City, NM. This district is largely rural communities (but only 2 hours to Tucson, AZ and El Paso TX). An opportunity for both new and experienced attorneys. Contact Sara L. Schlack at SSchlack@da.state.nm.us for more information.

Owens Valley Indian Water Commission

Communications Specialist, Bishop, CA. Shall be responsible for building and maintaining a positive public image for the Commission and its member Tribes. Will utilize a variety of platforms to develop strategies that influence public opinion and promote the goals of the Commission with respect to Tribal water rights, land acquisition, land stewardship, and sustainable natural resource management; develop partnerships, promote environmental justice, and assist with coordinating activities related to water and land goals of the Commission and its member Tribes. Please see the job description for more information. Position is open until filled.

Lower Brule Sioux Tribe (LBTC)

RFP for Code Revision. LBCT completed a court assessment recommending comprehensive review and update of the Tribes’ Codes (criminal, civil, juvenile). The LBCT seeks to contract with a firm or attorney to assist in reviewing, editing, amending, and organizing existing codes. Please see the description for more information. Proposals will be accepted until January 31, 2019 and should be submitted via email to Chief Judge Morrie Miner at morrieminer@lowerbrule.net.

National Indian Gaming Commission

Legal Staff Assistant, Washington, DC. Major Duties include, but are not limited to: Assists the attorneys, prepares administrative and appeal records and indexes, case files and other records or documents in support of enforcement actions, appellate review and other similar actions. Maintains and organizes files, databases, and office reports; prepares travel vouchers; maintains office calendar and time sheets. For more information please see the job description or visit this link. Application closes December 31, 2018.

The Hoopa Valley Tribal Court

Request for Qualifications. Request for Qualifications. Soliciting statements of intent from Indian owned economic enterprises/contractor(s) to respond to bid advertisement or request for proposals, limited to Indian owned firms to develop, compose and facilitate a community needs assessment and strategic plan. These two deliverables are sequential and interlinked. Proposals may be sent to Falene Blake Lewis, Court Administrator, FaleneLewis@gmail.com. Please see the description for more information.

See posts from December 7, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

December 7, 2018Monica 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

See posts from November 30, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

November 30, 2018December 5, 2018Monica 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

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

November 23, 2018November 20, 2018Neoshia Roemer

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.

Association of Village Council Presidents

Associate General Counsel, A.K. The Association of Village Council Presidents is searching for an Associate General Counsel to conduct typical in-house counsel duties, provide legal advice to a wide range of social services departments, help ensure federal grant compliance, and research issues pertaining to tribal law. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Alaska or be able to become admitted to practice law in Alaska within one year of hire. Three years of experience in corporate, non-profit, or Native law preferred. Please see the announcement for more information.

Colorado River Indian Tribes

Associate Judge, Parker, A.Z. The Colorado River Indian Tribes is seeking an Associate Judge. The Associate Judge is responsible for fairly and impartially hearing and deciding judicial cases and matters within the jurisdiction of the Colorado River Indian Tribes Tribal Court pursuant to the CRIT Tribal Laws, Codes, Rules and regulations as assigned by Chief Judge. Applications close on November 30, 2018. Please see the job announcement for more information.

Swinomish Indian Tribe

Staff Attorney, Swinomish Village, W.A. The Office of Tribal Attorney advises and represents the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community in Federal, Swinomish and State courts. The Office of Tribal Attorney has seven attorneys and four legal assistants, and provides legal services covering a broad range of Tribal government, economic development, natural resource and Federal Indian law issues. The Office’s practice includes legal advice, document drafting and collaboration with a wide range of Swinomish policy committees, departments and entities. The Office’s work includes contract preparation and review; drafting ordinances; economic development activities; intergovernmental issues; treaty hunting and fishing rights and management; reservation lands governance and management; water rights; environmental protection; and Indian gaming, housing and utilities, among other areas.

Minimum Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have graduated from an accredited law school; preferably be currently licensed to practice in Washington, but consideration will be given to applicants able to become licensed to practice in Washington within six months of employment through reciprocity or passing the Washington Bar Exam; have or promptly obtain a valid Washington State driver’s license; have excellent written, oral, research and analytical skills; have strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills and an ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary and cross-cultural work environment; work well and bring flexibility to a fast-paced and dynamic work setting; enjoy and excel at creative problem-solving; have a demonstrated commitment to working with Native or other minority communities and/or restorative justice; and a commitment to reside on or near the Reservation. Qualified applicants must have experience or demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following subject-matter areas, with at least five years of experience as a practicing attorney: drafting and negotiating contracts; drafting statutes, policies and procedures; litigation, preferably in Federal Court; representing public or private entities; legal support of incubation or operation of Tribal or commercial enterprises, including gaming, hospitality or health services;; taxation; or Indian law; and ability to use a personal computer with Office and timekeeping software and document database. Salary negotiable depending upon experience. Compensation includes a medical, dental & vision health plan, 401(k) plan, generous leave and other fringe benefits.

Native American hiring preferences under Swinomish Tribal Code 14-01.120 will be in effect during the selection of candidates. Applicants must pass a background check and a drug test. To apply, submit the following: Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Employment Application (you may request this application via email); Office of Tribal Attorney Application Addendum; cover letter including an explanation of the applicant’s interest in the position, along with a current resume, the names and contact information for at least 3 professional references, and two samples of the applicant’s own independent writing to: Wendy A. Otto, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, 11404 Moorage Way, La Conner, Washington 98257, (360) 466-1134, wotto@swinomish.nsn.us.

Last week’s postings: November 16, 2018.

Professor of Tribal Natural Resources

November 20, 2018November 20, 2018Neoshia Roemer

The University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences invites applications for a newly-established tenure-track position (20% outreach/engagement, 30% teaching, 50% research) in Tribal Natural Resources.

In collaboration with Minnesota-based Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) and Dakota tribes and potentially other North American tribes and indigenous groups, the successful candidate will develop a strong and impactful state- and regionally-based research program with national to international relevance. We seek candidates who are highly collaborative, have cross-cultural experience, and who employ integrative approaches to research and outreach. This faculty member must be committed to co-formulation of integrative and collaborative research and outreach agendas in partnership with tribal communities. The focus of the research program will be to advance the integration of traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) and western science systems. A successful candidate will have one or more focal areas of expertise in indigenous customs and knowledge, policy and law, treaty rights, management and co- management of fisheries and wildlife, sustainable forests, habitat protection and restoration, and ecology and conservation of indigenous aquatic and terrestrial biota. The successful candidate’s research will be pursued with a high level of engagement with tribal communities to develop lines of communication that can improve understanding of different ways of knowing. This faculty member will contribute to the academic programs of the college by teaching one undergraduate course every year, plus a graduate seminar every year. Courses envisioned relate to tribal natural resource perspectives and policies and on approaches for integrating TEK and natural resource science information. This faculty member will also be responsible for serving as an undergraduate faculty mentor and advising graduate students. The faculty member will be expected to participate in faculty governance and professional service, and to secure external funding to support research.

Academic Rank and Department Affiliation This is a tenure-track or tenured position; appointment will be at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor, depending on experience and record of scholarship. The faculty member’s tenure-home and department affiliation will be in the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology or the Department of Forest Resources, depending on the candidate’s expertise and interests.

Salary/Benefits This is a 12-month position. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include employee health, dental, and faculty life/disability insurance, social security, faculty retirement and opportunities for professional development, including sabbatical and semester leave opportunities. Benefits are described at http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/benefits/index.html.

Essential Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.

• Demonstrated experience and strong interest in working with tribal communities on one or more of the focal natural resource areas described above.

• Demonstrated research experience in advancing the integration of TEK and western science systems.

• Demonstrated experience and interest in teaching.

• Ability to communicate effectively. Both orally and in writing.

• Record of scholarship, i.e., publications in area of natural resource expertise.

Preferred Academic Preparation and Experience

• Demonstrated expertise in natural resource co-management or the integration of TEK in natural resource management decision-making.

• Demonstrated leadership in addressing tribal natural resource issues.

• Experience interacting successfully with stakeholders with diverse cultural perspectives.

• Potential to initiate and sustain extramurally funded research.

• Track record of interacting creatively, collaboratively, and productively on interdisciplinary teams.

• Experience in field and/or case based research and outreach methodologies.

To Apply Submit cover letter, CV, and separate statements describing your vision for the position with respect to the following: teaching, research, and tribal community engagement (maximum of 2 pages each). Additionally, applicants will provide the names and contact information for three people willing to write letters of reference, upon request, not at the time of application. All applications must be submitted online at: https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs. Click the “External Faculty and Staff Applicants” tab and enter 327413 in the Search Jobs box. Combine all parts of the application (i.e., letter, CV, statements) into a single document before uploading. Additional documents should be attached after application by accessing your “My Activities” page and uploading documents there.

For questions or inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Kristen C. Nelson (nelso468@umn.edu), Chair of the Tribal Natural Resources Search Committee. Application review will begin on January 7, 2019. The position is open until filled. For questions about the application process, please contact Lori Loberg, CFANS Human Resources, at theis020@umn.edu.

The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from faculty of color, other underrepresented populations and women.

Background Check: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Program Unit Description: The University of Minnesota is a comprehensive land-grant university, based in Minneapolis-Saint Paul. Minnesota’s lakes, forests, prairies, wetlands and rivers are widely valued and the state is known for its progressive and innovative natural resource policies and programs. Natural resource departments at the University of Minnesota are within the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences in Saint Paul. Both Forest Resources and Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology Departments host BS, MS, and PhD programs, support many nationally and internationally recognized research programs, and have a long tradition of public engagement and extension focused on Minnesota. Faculty and scientists utilize several outstate University centers including the 3,400 acre Cloquet Forestry Center, Hubachek Wilderness Research Center near Ely, and North Central Research and Outreach Center in Grand Rapids. The Department of Forest Resources (https://www.forestry.umn.edu/) is one of the oldest and most highly- regarded forestry programs in the country. Its mission is to inform and advance the science and management of forest and related natural resources. The department has 17 faculty and more than 45 full-time researchers, scientists, and postdocs representing a breadth of disciplines in the biological, physical, social, and managerial sciences. The Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology (https://fwcb.cfans.umn.edu/) has 19 faculty and 35 full- time researchers, scientists and postdocs with broad expertise in free-ranging animals, aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and the human dimensions of conservation. The mission of FWCB is to foster a high quality natural environment by contributing to the management, protection, and sustainable use of fisheries and wildlife resources. Natural resource faculty at the University of Minnesota have exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations across the institution, including with the American Indian Studies Program (https://cla.umn.edu/ais).

The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.