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Friday Job Annoucements

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Job vacancies are posted on Fridays. Any posts received prior to 12pm EST on Friday will appear in that Friday’s announcements. If you would like to submit a post for an Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the job and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

View job postings from August 3, 2018.

Table Mountain Rancheria

In-House Legal Counsel, Friant, CA. Serve as legal advisor to the Tribal Council, tribal government departments and economic enterprises. Perform high level legal research and analysis in numerous areas of law and policy related to Federal Indian and California Law. Provide in-house support and legal advice on Tribal, State, Gaming and Federal laws and regulations. Please see the job description for more information.

Sacks Tierney, P.A.

Litigation Associate, Scottsdale AZ. Seeking a candidate with three to five years of experience. Knowledge of tribal law and water law is strongly preferred. Please direct questions and send resumes to Nicole at Nicole.vick@sackstierney.com.

Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger LLP

2019 Summer Clerkships and Fellowships, San Francisco, CA. Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger LLP is a boutique law firm specializing in government, land use, renewable energy, and environmental law. Summer clerkships are open to students who will have completed their 2L year. The three-year fellowship is open to recent law school graduates. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with a deadline of August 15 for the clerkship and Labor Day for the fellowship. Please see the job descriptions for more information.

WildEarth Guardians

(2) Staff Attorneys, Sante Fe, NM. WildEarth Guardians seeks two public interest-focused staff attorneys with a minimum of 5 years experience to join our legal team. Experience with at least some of the laws governing management, land use, and resource protection on public lands is essential. Applications should include, in a single pdf: cover letter; resume; one legal writing sample; and contact information for three professional references. The hiring committee will review applications on a rolling basis, with an ideal start date of no later that September 28. Please see the job description for more information.

Federal Communications Commission

Attorney Advisor (General), Washington, D.C. The position is in the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, Office of Native Affairs and Policy. Incumbent in this position: Serves as a senior attorney advisor to the Chief and Deputy Chief, on all policy matters. Provides expertise on Tribal issues and ensures that the Commission’s telecommunications regulatory policies with respect to federally-recognized American Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, Hawaiian Home Lands, and other Native Communities are implemented and met. Application closes August 21, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Department of the Interior

(2) Attorney Adviser (General), Lakewood, CO. Specific duties will include providing a full array of legal services to the offices and programs of the Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR); Coordinating with colleagues and other offices in the Office of the Solicitor; and reviewing proposed legislation and testimony on proposed legislation related to the ONRR. Application closes August 16, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Department of Justice

(2) Trial Attorneys, Denver, CO. The Natural Resources Section seeks to hire and cultivate talented trial attorneys and provides its lawyers with frequent and meaningful court experience in a variety of jurisdictions on a broad range of issues. The ideal candidate should be comfortable in a “first-chair” role in multiple complex cases. The application closes September 4, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Trial Attorney, Washington, D.C. The Environment and Natural Resources Division, Indian Resources Section seeks applicants with a demonstrated record of complex case management, initiative and creativity, strong courtroom skills, outstanding legal writing, and a commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards. Experience in water rights litigation and knowledge and experience in Indian, administrative, and constitutional law are highly desirable. Application closes August 30, 2018. Please see the job description for more information and to apply.

(8) Trial Attorneys, Washington D.C. The Natural Resource Division seeks attorneys for cases involving the stewardship of our national parks, forests, rangelands, wildlife refuges, and offshore resources; the Nation’s trust relationship with Native Americans and Tribes; vital federal programs ranging from nuclear materials management to military preparedness to energy policy and resource extraction; and original actions in the U.S. Supreme Court to resolve boundary and water allocation disputes. Applications close September 4, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney, Phoenix, AZ. AUSAs represent the interests of the United States of America in the United States District Court of Arizona and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. AUSAs immediately undertake cases, many high profile, in any of several units within each division. Application closes August 16, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal), Portland, OR. The qualified applicant would be expected to (a) assist federal law enforcement agents in structuring and implementing criminal investigative plans and strategies; (b) actively participate in grand jury proceedings; and (c) litigate cases of moderate to high complexity from start to finish with limited supervision. Application closes August 20, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

(2) Assistant United States Attorney (Civil), Portland, OR. Seeking attorneys to fill an Assistant United States Attorney vacancy in the Asset Recovery and Money Laundering Division, Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) unit. Application closes August 20, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal), Medford, OR. The individual selected for this position will be responsible for the investigation and prosecution of violent crime cases that may include drug crimes; firearms offenses; child exploitation crimes; human trafficking; organized crime; criminal immigration matters; and general crimes. Application closes August 20, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Honors Program Entry Level Attorneys, Washington D.C. This job is being filled at many locations nationwide. The Attorney General’s Honors Program is the Department of Justice recruitment program for entry-level attorneys, and attracts applications from law students graduating during the current academic year, and law school graduates serving in judicial clerkships, qualifying full-time fellowships, or attending full-time graduate law programs (LL.M.). Application closes September 4, 2018. Please see the description for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

View job postings from July 27, 2018.

United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

Indigenous Fellows Programme, Geneva.  The summer program includes four weeks of intensive training on international instruments and advocacy strategies and the opportunity to participate in UN sessions. The program offers a chance to learn the substance and process of international human rights law, in a community of indigenous people who become lifelong colleagues. Applicants must be of indigenous origin with a nominating letter from their tribe or organization (need not be law students). Applications for next summer are due on August 30. Please see the description for more details or watch this video introduction.

The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Tribes Reservation

RFP Will Estate Attorney Services. The goals of this Program are to encourage that trust property be devised to CTUIR members without further fractionalization or leaving trust status through BIA probate process. The Program provides individual Clients with legal services that result in completion and confidential filing of a will and estate-planning documents with the CTUIR Enrollment Office. Proposals due August 17, 2018. For more information please see the job description.

Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP

Associate Attorney, Omaha, Nebraska. Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP has developed a reputation as aggressive litigators, advocates, and accomplished negotiators. Our dynamic team of attorneys offer a diverse skill set and are able to tackle the toughest and most complex issues facing tribal governments, tribal corporations, and Native Americans. Deadline for application is Monday, July 30, 2018. Please see the description or our website for more information.

Mille Lacs Band

Tribal Court Staff Attorney, Onamia, MN. The Court Attorney is responsible for research and analyzing complex legal issues and questions raised in cases heard in District Court.  The position will also provide support in the context of drafting, preparing and maintaining legal documents for court cases.  The Court Attorney will serve in a confidential capacity and work with substantial independence; however, collaboration with the judicial body and court administration will be required.  The Court Attorney will supervise the law clerks, interns and externs. Application closes August 10, 2018. Please see the job description for more detail.

Department of Justice

AUSA (Criminal), Muscogee, OK. The applicant will join other criminal AUSAs who handle a wide variety of litigation. The criminal division investigates and prosecutes federal cases arising from a wide array of criminal activity. The typical criminal caseload for an attorney may involve major drug cases, gang-related violent crimes, other crimes of violence, computer crimes including child pornography, and sophisticated white-collar offenses. Application closes August 12, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Hopi Tribe

For the following positions, please see this job ad and employment application. Applications close Monday, August 13, 2018.

Senior Associate Judge, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position performs professional legal courtroom proceedings in the Hopi Trial Court pursuant to the Hopi Code, approved and adopted on August 28, 2012 and implemented on October 28, 2012. The duties performed require the individual to conduct hearings and decide cases in a fair and impartial manner to the end that justice may be administered and law and order maintained. Please see the job description for more information.

Assistant Finance Director, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position is responsible for general direction and supervision over all accounting functions, such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grants & contracts administration, budgeting and financial reporting. Please see the job description for more information.

Behavioral Health Therapist II, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position is primarily responsible for providing direct treatment services with assigned clients, behavioral health assessments, service planning, and implementation, individual and group therapy, case management, crisis intervention, outreach services, and collaborative service documentation, treatment techniques are based on circumstances requiring flexibility. Please see the job description for more information.

Civil Engineer , Kyotsmovi, AZ.Incumbent performs duties in applying specialization of technical expertise to the program of roads and bridges facilitating social and economic development for the Hopi Tribe. Please see the job description for more information.

Community Service Administrator, Kyotsmovi, AZ. The CSA plans, directs, administers and supervises activities associated with the administrative operations of the village of Mishongnovi. Please see the job description for more information.

Certified Emergency Paramedic, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position is responsible for responding to and providing emergency medical care, transporting the sick or injured to medical facilities to prevent loss of life or aggravation of illness or injury in support of the Hopi Emergency Medical Services. Please see the job description for more information.

Deputy Executive Director, Kyotsmovi, AZ. The Deputy Executive Director contributes and participates as the principle strategist, planner and manager regarding the internal administrative operations and related management systems of the Tribe, and is further responsible for providing professional level management oversight, direction and supervision of the major functional units & projects of the tribal administrative departments. Please see the job description for more information.

IT Associate, Kyotsmovi, AZ. The work consists of duties involving various related steps, processes or methods. Decisions regarding what needs to be done involve various choices requiring the employee to recognize the existence of and differences among several alternatives. Please see the job description for more information.

Heavy Equipment Operator, Kyotsmovi, AZ. The position is responsible for the operation of heavy equipment machinery and 1-2 ton trucks/trailers in support of the Hopi Solid Waste Management Project. Please see the job description for more information.

Court Security Officer, Kyotsmovi, AZ. Under the supervision of the Court Administrator or his/her designee, provides a range of court security services. The primary responsibility of the Court Security Officer is to ensure a safe courtroom and workspace environment for the Judges, Court personnel, attorneys and the general public.  Please see the job description for more information.

CPS Social Worker, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position is responsible for the protection of targeted clientele who are suspected of, or subjected to physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse, neglect, or deemed minors in need of care. Please see the job description for more information.

Client Transporter, Kyotsmovi, AZ. The work consists of duties, which are routine in nature and involve various related steps, processes or methods. Decisions regarding needs to be done involve choices requiring the incumbent to recognize the existence of the differences among alternatives. Please see the job description for more information.

Receptionist, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position is responsible for providing reception and clerk/office support for the administrative staff. The incumbent performs duties of moderate difficulty and complexity requiring knowledge and skill in customer service, telephone etiquette, correspondence formatting and records management. Please see the job description for more information.

Grants Administrator, Kyotsmovi, AZ. This position is responsible for administrative and financial management duties in support of the Village Infrastructure Projects, Water Resources Program. The incumbent performs duties of considerable difficulty and complexity. Please see the job description for more information.

Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi

GovWin IQ Specialist and Administrative Assistant, Grand Rapids, MI. The position is responsible for providing GovWin IQ and Administrative support to WDC and subsidiary companies. Conduct research for existing and upcoming Request for Proposals (RFPs). This work will entail soliciting and scheduling communications between employees, teammates as well as collecting and organizing inputs from multiple sources. Provides proposal support and provides a broad variety of administrative duties in the Grand Rapids office. The position works closely with all employees, customers and related agencies and or enterprises to provide support for day-to-day administration. Please see the job description or website for more information.

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. Ideally the position will start in November. Please see the job description for more information.

Department of Revenue

Tribal Liaison, Tumwater, WA. This position’s primary objective is to represent the department in government-to-government relationships and coordinate overall tax policy development with statewide tribal governments. Please see the job description for more information.

Table Mountain Racheria

Legal Counsel, Friant CA. Serve as legal advisor to the Tribal Council, tribal government departments and economic enterprises. Performs high level legal research and analysis in numerous areas of law and policy related to Federal Indian and California Law. Provides in-house support and legal advice on Tribal, State, Gaming and Federal laws and regulations. Please see the job description for more information.

Kickapoo Traditional Tribes of Texas

Staff Attorney, Egale 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 have to represent clients in court or before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. Please see the job description for more information.

 

View job postings from July 27, 2018.

 

Friday Job Announcements

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View job postings from July 20, 2018.

Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP

Associate Attorney, Omaha, Nebraska. Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP has developed a reputation as aggressive litigators, advocates, and accomplished negotiators. The dynamic team of attorneys offer a diverse skill set and are able to tackle the toughest and most complex issues facing tribal governments, tribal corporations, and Native Americans. They are seeking an ambitious entry-level Associate Attorney for our Omaha, Nebraska office. Deadline for submitting resume and required supporting documents is Monday, July 31, 2018. Please see the description or website for more information.

2019 Summer Law Clerks, Louisville, Colorado; Omaha, Nebraska; Rapid City, South Dakota; and Sacramento, California. Applicants must be enrolled in an ABA accredited law school.  Experience or coursework in tribal and Federal Indian Law is required and/or preferred at most FPM office locations.  Applicants must also possess excellent analytical, research and communication skills, and the ability to work well independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment. Applications close on August 31, 2018. Please see the description for more information.

Prairie Island Indian Community

Assistant General Counsel, Welch, Minnesota. Will be responsible for representing the Community’s Family Services Department in child protection, Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), adult conservatorship and other matters in the Community’s Tribal Court and other courts as needed. Application deadline is August 17, 2018. Please visit the Tribe’s website for more information.

Tohono O’odham Nation Office of Attorney General

Legal Assistant, Sells, Arizona. The Office of Attorney General represents the interests of the Tohono O’odham Nation in tribal, state, and federal venues.  The Legal Assistant will assist attorneys in all aspects of tribal governance with an emphasis on Child Welfare cases. The application is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

Dakota Plains Legal Services

Executive Director,  Mission, South Dakota. The Executive Director has overall responsibility for the operation of Dakota Plains Legal Services, including general administration of the program, its fiscal affairs, the securing of funds and the maintaining of funding levels sufficient to meet programmatic needs, personnel management, working with the organized Bar throughout the state, implementing programmatic policies, and providing necessary litigation support. The application closes August 31, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Alaska Native Justice Center

ICWA Attorney I-II, Anchorage, Alaska. The Lead Attorney will provide legal services to Tribes and supervise a team of attorneys and paralegals to provide these services. This position primarily involves representing tribes as clients in proceedings related to the Indian Child Welfare Act (“ICWA”), as well as litigating other Native law and civil matters on behalf of Tribes. Travel to both rural and urban areas may be required. Please see the job description or website for more information.

Anishinabe Legal Services

FTE Staff Attorney, White Earth, Minnesota. ALS is looking for a well-qualified and highly motivated licensed attorney to provide civil legal assistance and court representation to program clients before area Tribal Courts, State Courts and Administrative Forms on or near the White Earth Reservation. Primary duties will include representation of parents in CHIPS matters before the White Earth Tribal Court, civil commitment defense, and landlord/tenant law. Applications are preferred by August 31, 2018, but will be accepted until the position is filled. Please see the job description for more information.

Department of Justice

Civil Division AUSA, Pierre, South Dakota. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Dakota is seeking an experienced attorney to fill one Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) position in the Civil Division in the Pierre office. This attorney primarily will be responsible for the Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) program, which pursues civil actions against corporations and individuals that engage in fraud, violate federal laws, and divert controlled substances. Application closes August 10, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

Criminal Division AUSA,  Pierre, South Dakota. AUSAs in the Criminal Division advise federal law enforcement agents on criminal investigations, present criminal cases to the grand jury, prepare and argue a broad range of motions, and try criminal cases before the United States District Court. Candidates should be capable of handling a variety of significant and complex criminal prosecutions. Application closes August 10, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

AUSA, Tucson, Arizona. AUSAs have the opportunity to represent the interests of the United States of America in the United States District Court of Arizona and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, in performing this important public service, to exercise responsibility that is unparalleled in any other job that a litigator might undertake. AUSAs immediately undertake cases, many high profile, in any of several units within each division. Application closes August 8, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

University of Michigan

Assistant Professor, Ann Arbor, Michigan. The School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) at the University of Michigan (UM) seeks applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Water Policy, Politics and Planning. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in environmental policy or planning, political science, public policy, water resource management, or a closely related discipline, or a J.D. in environmental law with a demonstrated record of scholarly research. Review of applications will begin on September 14, 2018 and continue until the position is filled.  SEAS plans to appoint a faculty member to this position to begin Fall 2019. Please see the job description for more information.

Quinault Indian Nation

Prosecuting Attorney, Taholah, Washington. This position will represent the Nation in criminal proceedings, fish and game proceedings, civil, and juvenile and dependency cases.  To apply, please submit a completed application (available here), cover letter, resume and two writing samples to Raven Bryson (360) 276-8215 ext. 4610 or rbryson@quinault.org.  The Nation is a tribal member and Indian preference employer. Position closes August 24, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.

The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation)

Executive Director, Tuscon, Arizona.Seeking an Executive Director who will take over from the current Executive Director upon his retirement at the end of April 2019. (The anticipated start date for the new Executive Director is March or April 2019 to provide overlap with the current Executive Director.) Please see the job description for more information.

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

View job postings from July 13, 2018.

San Carlos Apache Tribe

Assistant Attorney General, San Carlos, A.Z. Under the supervision of the Tribal Attorney General, the Assistant Attorney General will prepare and review contracts, agreements, leases, rights of way and similar documents in order to promote legal interests of the San Carlos Apache Tribe. Prepare drafts and presents Resolutions and Ordinances to the Tribal Council, provides legal advice and services on legal rights, obligations and privileges of the tribe. Application is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

Morongo Band of Mission Indians

Water Law Counsel RFP, Banning, C.A. The Morongo Band of Mission Indians is issuing this Request for Proposals in order to solicit competitive sealed proposals for legal services related to water issues affecting the Tribe.  Because California law governs certain of the water issues affecting the Tribe, only applicants who are licensed members in good standing of the California State Bar will be considered.   Eight (8) copies of the proposal should be submitted no later than 5:00pm, Friday August 10, 2018.  Proposals should be addressed to the Morongo Legal Department, 12700 Pumarra Road, Banning, CA 92220. Any inquiry regarding this RFP should be addressed to the Morongo Tribal Attorney at the address set forth above or by email (legal@morongo-nsn.gov). Please see the description or website for more information.

Mille Lacs Band Office of the Solicitor

Senior Deputy Solicitor General, Onamia, M.N. The Senior Deputy Solicitor General performs legal work involving interpreting laws and regulations; preparing legal opinions, briefs and other legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel; consulting with trial attorneys; assisting in preparing cases for trial; aiding in the professional development of less experienced staff; drafting bills for legislative consideration, and assisting the Solicitor General in managing the affairs and duties of the function of Solicitor General. The application is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

Deputy Solicitor General, Onamia, M.N. The Deputy Solicitor General performs legal work involving interpreting laws and regulations; preparing legal opinions, briefs, and other legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel; consulting with trial attorneys; assisting in preparing cases for trial; drafting bills for legislative consideration, and assisting the Solicitor General in managing the affairs and duties of the function of Solicitor General. The application is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

The Pueblo of Sandia

Consulting Services – RFP, Bernalillo, N.M. The Pueblo of Sandia is examining the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association, including compact implications, business and regulatory oversight models for a potential emerging market on Pueblo of Sandia lands. To facilitate the Pueblo’s decision-making processes, the Pueblo of Sandia is soliciting Requests for Proposals from expertly qualified Offerors to provide strategic consulting services and legal advice. A qualified consultant will provide expert analysis of the legal and policy landscape, and national trends in the market, working closely with the Tribal Council, Pueblo Leadership and the Pueblo’s General Counsel. Request closes on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Please see the description for more information.

Prairie Island Indian Community

Tribal Court Guardian Ad Litem RFP, Welch, M.N. The Prairie Island Indian Community (PIIC), a federally recognized Indian tribe, is seeking proposals from: attorneys, and non-attorneys who have received appropriate training as guardians ad litem, for minor children in CHIPS and CHINS proceedings, in private custody disputes and/or for elderly or disabled persons in Tribal or State Courts of Minnesota. The deadline for submitting a proposal is August 8, 2018. Please see the description for more information.

Frye & Kelly, P.C.

Attorney,  Albuquerque, N.M. Seeking a highly-motivated entry-level or mid-level attorney with excellent writing, research, and communication skills and a record of significant accomplishments, including a superior academic record. Ideal candidates will have a background (experience or coursework) in Indian law, business development, employment law, and governmental law, as well as either litigation
experience or a judicial clerkship. For additional information about the firm,
please visit their website. Please see the job description for more information.

National Indian Child Welfare Association

Project Coordinator, Portland, O.R. The primary purpose of this position is to support the organization across departments, providing multiple kinds of assistance when needed. Emphasis on support for events, training, and program activities. Application deadline is August 13, 2018. Please see the job description for more details.

Indigenous Peyote Conservation Initiative

Conservation Manager, Jim Hogg County, T.X. IPCI is looking for an individual, couple, or small family to put their experience and commitment to work joining the Native American Churches, Azee’ Bee Nahagha of Dine Nation, the Wixratica Nation and their Allies in conserving the sacred Peyote Medicine. For more information please see the job description.

Center for Court Innovation

Project Manager, Manhattan, N.Y. The Center for Court Innovation’s National Technical Assistance department is seeking three (3) Project Managers to work on a variety of national technical assistance projects, including the Tribal Justice Exchange team, helping courts and justice system partners plan, implement, and enhance innovative programs. To apply for this position, send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to tajobs@courtinnovation.org, with Project Manager, National Technical Assistance as the subject line of the email. For more information please see the website. The application closes July 31, 2018.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday Job Announcements

Neoshia Roemer1 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 Indian law or leadership job, please send a PDF job announcement and a brief description of job to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Department of the Interior

Associate Solicitor for Water Resources, Washington, D.C. The Associate Solicitor has primary responsibility for managing the Division of Water Resources, which includes the Branch of Water and Power and the Branch of Indian Water Rights. Management of the Division includes working with the Solicitor and the Deputy Solicitor in formulating policies of the Solicitor’s Office with respect to organization, budget, personnel, and legal activities. Applications close on July 23, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Legal Aid of Nebraska

Staff Attorney, Native American Program, Omaha, N.E. Legal Aid of Nebraska is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide direct legal assistance to low-income patients through the medical-legal partnership (MLP) program at the Fred LeRoy Health and Wellness Center in Omaha, NE, the Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition in Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska, the Ponca Hills Health and Wellness Center in Norfolk, NE, and other locations in and near Northeast and Eastern Nebraska.  Please see the website for more information.

Morongo Band of Mission Indians 

Healing to Wellness Court Coordinator,  Banning, C.A. The Morongo Band of Mission Indians is seeking a Healing to Wellness Court Coordinator to facilitate planning, development and implementation for the Juvenile Healing to Wellness Court program.  The JHTWC is designed to provide court intervention and early access to therapeutic and treatment services to youth that have entered into the criminal justice system and who may be dealing with issues involving alcohol and/or drug use.  In conjunction with Court staff, the Healing to Wellness Court Coordinator is responsible for forming, coordinating, and staffing a multi-disciplinary advisory team, drafting program policy and procedures to screen and determine eligibility of participants, and produce deliverables required by the grant and funder (Department of Justice) in a timely fashion. Please see the website for more information.

The University of California, San Francisco

Senior Complaint Resolution Officer, Office of Diversity and Outreach, San Francisco, C.A. The Senior Complaint Resolution Officer (Sr. CRO) will function as a member of the Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD) and will serve as a campus subject matter expert on sexual harassment, sexual violence, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-related laws and requirements. The Sr. CRO responds to complaints of discrimination and harassment and discrimination pursuant to the University’s Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy (SVSH Policy) and the University’s Policy on Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace Policy (Nondiscrimination Policy) and must possess the ability to exercise independent judgment, assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations, maintain confidentiality, and maintain neutrality when handling matters. The Sr. CRO conducts intake interviews relating to allegations of violations of the SVSH Policy and/or the Nondiscrimination Policy, assesses documentary evidence and information provided during intake interviews, conducts alternative resolutions when appropriate, and conducts thorough and prompt formal investigations of complaints alleging violations of the SVSH Policy and/or the Nondiscrimination Policy. Please see the website for more information.

Complaint Resolution Officer, Office of Diversity and Outreach, San Francisco, C.A. The Complaint Resolution Officer (CRO) serves as a subject matter expert on sexual harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-related laws and responds to complaints of harassment and discrimination pursuant to the University’s Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy (SVSH Policy) and the University’s Policy on Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace Policy (Nondiscrimination Policy).  The CRO is primarily responsible for conducting intake interviews relating to allegations of violations of the SVSH Policy and/or the Nondiscrimination Policy, assessing documentary evidence and information provided during intake interviews, conducting alternative resolutions when appropriate, and conducting thorough and prompt formal investigations of complaints alleging violations of the SVSH Policy and/or the Nondiscrimination Policy. Formal investigations include preparing notices of formal investigation; developing an investigative plan; conducting party and witness interviews; providing parties and witnesses with information about the investigatory process; analyzing documents and information and assessing credibility to determine whether policy violations have occurred, while ensuring that the investigation is neutral, prompt, and thorough; maintaining accurate and thorough investigatory files and reports; and appropriately working with other university offices as needed. Please see the website for more information.

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians

Assistant Prosecutor, Dowagiac, M.I. Under the direction of the Prosecutor/Presenting Officer and the administrative supervision of the General Counsel to the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, the Assistant Prosecutor represents the Pokagon Band in criminal and child protection matters in the Pokagon Band Tribal Court, and represents the Pokagon Band in child protection matters in state courts. The Assistant Prosecutor performs the duties and responsibilities of the position in a manner that is consistent with applicable ethical standards and will ensure that enforcement of the laws of the Pokagon Band. Occasional travel within and outside Michigan and Indiana will be required. Please see the announcement announcement for more information.

Osage Nation

Staff Attorney, Pawhuska, O.K. The Osage Nation is seeking a Staff Attorney, who is a member of the Oklahoman Bar in good standing, to 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 website for more information.

Dakota Plains Legal Services 

Deputy Director, Mission, S.D. DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES (DPLS), a non-profit legal services program, has an opening for a Deputy Director position in our Mission, South Dakota, office. DPLS provides free legal services to low income and elderly clients located primarily in the western half of South Dakota and to Native American clients located throughout South Dakota and on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation which extends into North Dakota. Please see the announcement for more information.

Managing Attorney, Eagle Butte, S.D. DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES (DPLS), a non-profit legal services program, has an opening for a Managing Attorney position in our Eagle Butte, South Dakota, branch office.  The Eagle Butte office serves Cheyenne River Indian Reservation in South Dakota and Dewey, Haakon, Potter and Ziebach counties in South Dakota. Please see the announcement for more information.

Staff Attorney, Mission, S.D. DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES (DPLS), a non-profit legal services program, has an opening for a Staff Attorney position in our Mission, South Dakota, office.  The Missionoffice serves the Rosebud Sioux Indian Reservation and Gregory, Jones, Mellette, Todd and Tripp counties in South Dakota. Please see the announcement for more information.

Managing Attorney, Fort Thompson, S.D. DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES (DPLS), a non-profit legal services program, has an opening for a Managing Attorney position in our Fort Thompson, South Dakota, branch office.  The Fort Thompson office serves the Crow Creek and Lower Brule Indian Reservations in South Dakota and Brule, Buffalo, Hughes, Hyde, Lyman, Stanley and Sully counties in South Dakota. Please see the announcement for more information.

Staff Attorney, Sisseton, S.D. DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES (DPLS), a non-profit legal services program, has an opening for a Staff Attorney position in our Sisseton, South Dakota, office.  The Sissetonoffice serves the Lake Traverse, Flandreau and Yankton Indian Reservations in South Dakota and Grant, Roberts and Charles Mix counties in South Dakota, as well as Native Americans in the eastern half of South Dakota. Please see the job announcement for more information. 

Staff Attorney, Sioux Falls, S.D. DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES (DPLS), a non-profit legal services program, has an opening for a Staff Attorney position in our Sioux Falls, South Dakota, office.  The Sioux Falls office serves primarily Native Americans in the vicinity of Sioux Falls and in the eastern half of South Dakota.  This job requires at least two days of travel every week. Please see the job announcement for more information. 

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

Senior Assistant General Counsel, Fountain Hills, A.Z. The Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation is seeking a Senior Assistant General Counsel to serve under the general oversight of the General Counsel and acts in the General Counsel’s absence with the authority of the General Counsel in fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of the Office of General Counsel; to provide legal advice to the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Tribal Council, tribal departments and economic enterprises; and to represent the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in matters brought in Tribal, State and Federal court. Please see the job announcement for more information.

Department of Justice 

Asssitant United States Attorney, Oklahoma City, O.K. The office is currently seeking applicants to fill one or more Assistant U.S. Attorney positions in the Civil Division. Assignment to the Civil Division may include responsibility for all phases of civil prosecution from providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating civil charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and trials, and handling appeals. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Applications close on July 12, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney, Oklahoma City, O.K. The office is currently seeking applicants to fill one or more Assistant U.S. Attorney positions in the Criminal Division. Assignment to the Criminal Division may include responsibility for all phases of criminal prosecution from providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating criminal charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and trials, handling appeals, or asset forfeiture matters. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Applications close on July 12, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney, Minneapolis/St. Paul, M.N. Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) in the Criminal Division prosecute federal criminal cases in the District. Criminal Division AUSAs advise federal law enforcement agents on criminal investigations, present criminal cases to the grand jury, try criminal cases before the United States District Court, and represent the United States in criminal appeals before the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Candidates should be capable of handling a variety of significant and complex criminal prosecutions. Applications close on July 5, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Last week’s postings: June 22, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Neoshia Roemer1 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 Indian law or leadership job, please send a PDF job announcement and a brief description of job to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

Staff Attorney, Racial Justice Program, New York City, N.Y. The Racial Justice Program is seeking a full-time attorney to handle Indian Rights cases, along with other racial justice cases, in its National Office in New York City. A J.D. is required, eligibility to be admitted to the New York Bar within one year of hire, and a minimum of five years of experience is strongly preferred. Please see the website for more information.

Indigenous Justice Legal Fellow, Missoula, M.T. Reporting to the Legal Director, the IJ Legal Fellow will work with Indigenous communities throughout Montana and provide litigation support based on community initiative and demand. The ACLU-MT works on a variety of issues that impact Indigenous people – including tribal sovereignty, voting rights, education equity and school discipline, discrimination in employment and housing, and the criminalization of poverty. Over the past two years we have worked to build Indigenous Justice into every aspect of our organization through building relationships with Indigenous leaders and community members and prioritizing issues identified by Indigenous communities. We have increased our organizing presence in Indigenous communities throughout the state, and are now ready to expand the program by hiring a Legal Fellow committed to supporting Indigenous Justice. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal for a second year. This position is designed to help attorneys in the early stages of their careers develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of Indigenous Justice litigation. Please see the website for more information.

Cowlitz Indian Tribe

Staff Attorney, Longview & Ridgefield, W.A. The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is seeking a Staff Attorney to work in the Cowlitz Legal Department. The Staff Attorney is responsible for preparing and analyzing contracts, legal documents, and the Tribal Constitution, codes, and ordinances. The Staff Attorney will be the Prosecutor for the Cowlitz Tribal Court in criminal and civil actions for Tribal issues on the Cowlitz Indian Reservation areas. The Staff Attorney will report directly to and assist the General Counsel with issues and activities concerning tribal legal rights, obligations, and privileges. Starting salary ranges from $80k to $120k, depending on qualifications. Please see the announcement for more information.

Yavapai-Apache Nation

Chief Judge, Camp Verde, A.Z. The Yavapai-Apache Nation is seeking a Chief Judge to serve a two-year term. The Chief Judge presides over and ensures the proper operation of the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court. The Chief Judge is the primary judicial officer of the Tribal Court and the administrator of the Nation’s courts. Applications close on July 27, 2018. Please see the announcement for more information.

Water Protector Legal Collective

Bookkeeper/Office Manager, Mandan, N.D. The Water Protector Legal Collective is looking for a Bookeeper/Office Manager. Applicants for this position must be proficient in Excel, Word, and QuickBooks; have excellent written/verbal communication skills; the ability to multitask and work in a timely manner; experience in bookkeeping and records management; and maintain confidentiality at all times. WPLC is seeking applicants with a commitment to water protector and indigenous defense and have no ties to law enforcement or the oil industry. Preference will be given to candidates who have a degree in bookkeeping or closely related field from an accredited institution. Please see the announcement for more information.

Staff Attorney, Mandan, N.D. This is a unique opportunity for a prospective movement lawyer to obtain extensive criminal defense and movement legal support training and mentorship. Recent law grads are welcome to apply, and WPLC is willing to support the right candidate through writing the bar in North Dakota and possibly elsewhere as needed. Extensive training and mentorship opportunities will be provided, working alongside some of the most dedicated and experienced movement lawyers in the country. The Staff Attorney will play a key role in WPLC’s ongoing efforts to defend Water Protectors with state criminal charges in North Dakota, and engage in new legal work to support the broader Indigenous-led movement to protect the earth and efforts to expand and advance Indigenous sovereignty and rights that was inspired by the historic gathering of Indigenous nations that occurred at Standing Rock. Please see the announcement for more information.

Ho-Chunk Nation

Senior Staff Attorney, Black River Falls, W.I. Under minimal direction, this professional management-level classification provides legal support to the court; advises the court on legal aspects of administrative and operational issues; performs difficult and complex legal work; provides oversight of individuals or agencies having professional contracts with the court; and directs subordinate staff. Receives general direction from the Chief Judge. This position is distinguished from the Staff Attorney/Law Clerk position in that it provides direction and supervision to other research staff, if any, and has oversight responsibility for contract employees providing professional services. Please see the announcement for more information.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe

Assistant Attorney General, Tucson, A.Z. The Assistant Attorney General represents the Pascua Yaqui Tribe by providing nonpartisan legal advice and representation to officials, agencies, departments, divisions, enterprises, and other entities of the Tribe’s government. Please see the website for more information.

Frederick Peebles & Morgan, LLP

Associate Attorney, Omaha, N.E. Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP has developed a reputation as aggressive litigators, advocates, and accomplished negotiators. Our dynamic team of attorneysoffer a diverse skill set and are able to tackle the toughest and most complex issues facing tribal governments, tribal corporations, and Native Americans. We are seeking an ambitious entry-level Associate Attorney for our Omaha, Nebraska office. You must possess excellent legal writing and research, communication, and interpersonal skills. Please see the job announcement for more information. 

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

Tribal Prosecutor, Mashpee, M.A. The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe is seeking a Tribal Prosecutor to represent the tribe in criminal prosecutions and civil code violations in tribal court. Please see the job announcement for more information.

Last week’s postings: June 15, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Neoshia Roemer1 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 Indian law or leadership job, please send a PDF job announcement and a brief description of job to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Department of Justice

Assistant United States Attorney, Asheville, N.C. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of North Carolina encompasses 32 western counties in North Carolina. Our mission is to seek justice. Protect the rights and safety of the public by vigorously, ethically and impartially enforcing the laws of the United States and Safeguard the Federal funds and resources. The duties of a Civil AUSA will include filing civil complaints and enforcing civil and criminal judgments, conducting legal research, writing briefs, taking deposits, appearing in court, and conducting investigations. Applications close on June 15, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Oglala Sioux Nation

Justices, Pine Ridge, S.D. The Supreme Court of the Oglala Sioux Nation is looking to fill three (3) Supreme Court Justice positions and one (1) Alternate Justice position. All Justices of the Supreme Court must have a Juris Doctorate from an A.B.A. accredited law school and must be licensed to practice law in any state or federal jurisdiction. Justices of the Supreme Court shall be appointed to the Supreme Court by the Tribal Council and shall serve a six year term. Please see the announcement for more information. Applications open until positions are filled.

Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission

Habitat Policy Analyst II, Olympia, W.A. The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) is looking for a Habitat Policy Analyst to provide policy analysis, support and coordination on emerging habitat issues for Commission and member tribes to advance habitat protection and restoration objective necessary to the protection of tribal treaty rights and resources. NWIFC is looking for someone with a Master’s degree in environmental science, public administration, legal or related fields and seven years of pertinent work experience. Applications open until July 6, 2018. Please see the announcement for more information.

Last week’s postings: June 8, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Neoshia Roemer1 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 Indian law or leadership job, please send a PDF job announcement and a brief description of job to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Yavapai-Apache Nation

Prosecutor II, Camp Verde, A.Z. The Prosecutor investigates, evaluates, and prosecutes juveniles and adults accused of violating the criminal laws of the Yavapai-Apache Nation. The Prosecutor also represents the Nation in dependency and neglect proceedings, including Indian Child Welfare Act proceedings, before tribal and state courts. Pay depends on experience. Please see the announcement for more information.

Nisqually Indian Tribe

Special Prosecutor, Olympia, W.A. The Nisqually Indian Tribe is now  requesting proposals for a Special Prosecutor to conduct a criminal investigation. Deadline to submit proposals is June 29, 2018. Please see the announcement for more information.

Oglala Sioux Nation

Clerk of Court, Pine Ridge, S.D. The Oglala Sioux Nation is looking for a Clerk of Court, who under the direct supervision of the Supreme Court’s Chief Justice, carries out all orders of the Supreme Court of the Oglala Sioux Nation. Some duties of the Clerk include: recording examinations and testimony, transcribing recorded material, preparing reports, and more. Please see the announcement for more information.

Justices, Pine Ridge, S.D. The Oglala Sioux Nation is looking for three Supreme Court Justices (one chief justice and two associate justices) and one alternate justice to serve a six year term. All candidates must possess a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school. Position is open until filled. Please see the announcement for more information.

National Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

Climate and Clean Energy Legal Fellow, Washington, D.C. NRDC is seeking an Attorney to serve as a Climate and Clean Energy Legal Fellow. This two-year fellowship is available starting immediately. The Fellow will focus on the administrative processes and expected litigation over agency actions to weaken climate, clean air, and clean energy standards, such as standards for power plants, vehicles, and other industries. The Fellow will work closely with attorneys from NRDC’s Climate & Clean Energy Program and Litigation Team. Please see the website for more information.

Clean Energy Advocate, Washington D.C. NRDC is seeking an Advocate to work with the Sustainable FERC Project team, preferably in our Washington, DC office. The Project is an initiative housed in NRDC’s Climate & Clean Energy Program that represents many national and regional environmental organizations on issues related to the nation’s wholesale energy markets and bulk transmission system. We advocate for policies that will accelerate the deployment of renewable energy, demand response, energy efficiency, and energy storage. Please see the website for more information.

Environmental Justice Project Attorney, Sacramento, C.A. NRDC is now accepting applications for a Project Attorney position to join its Environmental Justice (EJ) Team. NRDC’s EJ Team is committed to partnering with and fighting for low-income communities of color, when invited, to hold the government and polluters accountable and to protect the health of communities. We accomplish this by providing legal and technical assistance to communities fighting for clean air, clean water, climate justice, and a healthy environment, as well as for environmental benefits such as open space, healthy housing, and access to healthy foods. The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of attorneys, policy advocates, and other staff advancing environmental justice within the Healthy People & Thriving Communities program, as well as across the organization. Please see the website for more information.

Department of Justice

Assistant United States Attorney, Phoenix, A.Z. The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO), District of Arizona, is seeking an experienced defensive Civil attorney to serve as a Civil Assistant United States Attorney in the Phoenix, Arizona office. The work of the Civil Division mirrors the varied activities of the federal government and offers a challenging and diverse caseload. Phoenix Civil Division AUSAs handle affirmative and defensive civil cases at both the trial and appellate level. Defensive matters include, employment discrimination claims, Bivens suits filed against federal employees, tort suits brought under the Federal Torts Claims Act, immigration, bankruptcy, land dispute matters, and prisoner litigation, among others. Affirmative cases are similarly diverse, including, suits brought under the False Claims Act, the protection of civil rights, property rights and land use. Although there can be a degree of specialization amongst the AUSAs in the Division, each attorney handles a wide variety of cases depending on the needs of the office. Given the breadth of caseloads, flexibility and a willingness to learn new subject areas are valued traits for any applicant. Applications close on June 14, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney, Portland, O.R. This position is located in the Civil Division. Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) located in the Civil Division of our Portland office will be responsible for representing the United States and its departments, agencies, and employees in civil actions brought against the United States at both the trial and appellate levels. The Civil Division’s defensive cases include suits alleging negligence under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), including medical malpractice; allegations of unlawful discrimination in federal employment; challenges to agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); suits seeking release of records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act; the defense of government officials sued in their individual capacities for constitutional violations (Bivens actions); responses to prisoner habeas petitions; and motions to quash subpoenas that fail to comply with applicable federal regulations. The Civil Division also handles some affirmative civil rights matters in which it seeks enforcement of statutes that prohibit discrimination in areas such as housing, education, or employment. Applications close on June 13, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Assistant United States Attorney, Tulsa, O.K. The Criminal Division’s current staff of eighteen Assistant United States Attorneys and ten support personnel investigate and prosecute all federal crimes in our jurisdiction. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Oklahoma seeks an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division for combating violent crimes. Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) located in the Criminal Division of the Northern District of Oklahoma will be responsible for prosecuting a variety of violations of federal laws such as immigration, drugs, firearms, public corruption, and white collar crime. This position will focus primarily on combating violent crimes. Applications close on June 13, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Queen’s University

Faculty, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The Faculty of Law at Queen’s University invites applications for at least two tenure-stream appointments, to begin July 1, 2019. While the primary focus of this search is for an entry-level tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered for a truly outstanding candidate. The Faculty welcomes applicants in all areas of legal study. Without limiting the call for applications, the Faculty signals a special interest in receiving applications in the areas of aboriginal and indigenous law, intellectual property law (particularly patent law), private law, labour and employment law, tax law, legal ethics and professionalism, international economic law, land use planning and land transactions, and public and constitutional law. Applications close on August 15, 2018. Please see the website for more information.

Suquamish Tribe

Tribal Attorney, Suquamish, W.A. The Suquamish Tribe seeks a Tribal attorney with legal experience in Indian Country, a J.D. from an accredited law school, and membership or eligibility for membership within one year in the Washington State Bar.   Knowledge of federal Indian law is required, prior experience working for an Indian Tribe is preferable.  Litigation experience is a plus. The Suquamish Tribe is a progressive, energetic Treaty Tribe located on the West side of Puget Sound just thirty-five minutes by ferry from Seattle. To apply:  Download a hardcopy application from our website at www.suquamish.nsn.us.  The online application is an option from our website as well.  If you have difficulties with the online application, the hardcopy version will suffice.  To request a copy of the job description, call the Suquamish Tribe HR Department Job Hotline at (360) 394-8414, or e-mail sbayes@suquamish.nsn.us.  Salary DOQ.  Position will be open until 6/18/18. EEO/Indian Preference applies.

San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians

Finance Grants Manager, Valley Center, C.A. The Grants Manager position is responsible for the administration of all Tribal grants, as well as State and Federal allocations, which includes but not limited to the selection of expenditures to charge to grants, preparation of grant budgets for approval by granting agencies, creation of annual grant budgets for approval by the General Council; correspondence with granting agencies and other work needed to facilitate execution of the grants. Candidate will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer of the Finance Department. Please see the announcement for more details.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Assistant Legislative Attorney, Sells, A.Z. Under the direction of the Legislative Attorney, provides legal advice and representation to the Legislative Council and standing committees on a wide range of issues affecting the Tohono O’odham Nation; works with tribal, federal and state officials as well as national- and state-level tribal advocacy groups, other tribes, private individuals and entities; maintains confidentiality of all privileged information. This position pays $85,983-$144,415, depending on experience. Please see the job announcement for more information. Position open until filled.

Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Court

Assistant Tribal Prosecutor, Fort Yates, N.D. The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is soliciting applications for employment, as an independent contract employee, for an Assistant Tribal Prosecutor for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Court. This is a full time position.  The number of hours, days of employment and compensation are all negotiable. The terms of employment will be determined by the agreement of the parties. The contract shall be compensated on an hourly basis. Employment beyond one year will be contingent upon funding. Please see the announcement for more information.

Last week’s posting’s: June 1, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Neoshia Roemer1 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 Indian law or leadership job, please send a PDF job announcement and a brief description of job to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Office of Indian Education

Program Manager, Washington D.C. This position serves as the Director, Office of Indian Education (OIE), Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE). The OIE administers the Indian Education Program, Title VI, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act. The office executes program requirements and provides technical assistance for supporting local education agencies, Indian tribes and organizations, post-secondary institutions and other entities in meeting the unique educational and culturally relevant academic needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Formula grants are provided to school districts and tribal schools for the purpose of meeting the unique educational needs of Indian students. In addition, discretionary grants are awarded to support tribal education agency planning and development, demonstration projects serving Indian children, professional development for American Indian/Alaska Native teachers and administrators, and Native American language projects. OIE also supports national research activities. Please see the website for more information. Applications close on June 22, 2018.

Department of Justice

Assistant United States Attorney, Rapid City, S.D. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Dakota is seeking an experienced attoreny to fill one Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) position in the Criminal Division of its Rapid City office. AUSAs in the Criminal Divsion advise federal law enforcement agents on criminal investigations, present criminal cases to the grand jury, perpare and argue a broad range of motions, and try criminal cases before the United States District Court. Candidates should be capable of handling a variety of significant and complex criminal prosecutions, including Major Crimes Act violations involving murder, child sex abuse, rape; white collar and economic crime; narcotics and immigration. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Please visit the website for more information. Applications close on June 8, 2018.

Department of the Interior

Regional Solicitor-Pacific Southwest, Sacramento, C.A. The Regional Solicitor represents the Solicitor, Secretary or other Departmental officials in meetings, negotiations and conferences with Governors and key officials of state and local governments, Members of Congress and their staffs, State and Federal Judges, distinguished private attorneys, and high officials of other Federal agencies and the Department. Please visit the website for more information. Applications close on June 25, 2018.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Summer Legal Intern, Sells, A.Z. The Office of Attorney General (OAG) is hiring two (2) Interns, for an exciting eight (8) week Summer Internship that starts on June 18, 2018 and continues through August 10, 2018. The Office of Attorney General represents the interests of the Tohono O’odham Nation in tribal, state, and federal venues. Attorneys and staff in the office enjoy a diverse practice and challenging jurisdictional issues while protecting the sovereignty of the Nation. The OAG is committed to investing in the next generation of Native leaders. An internship with the OAG offers a unique opportunity for young Tohono O’odham students with an interest in tribal legal affairs, to help the Nation with legislative efforts, legal advocacy, research and analysis, and policy development from within the Nation’s top legal agency. Duties will vary, depending on the nature of the issues being addressed by the OAG and the interests and experience each student brings to the position. Legal Interns will have an opportunity to attend legislative committee hearings, attend meetings of attorneys and departments that work on government matters related to the Nation’s priorities; research and analyze important issues; assist attorneys and staff; and perform additional duties to support the work of the OAG. Please see the announcement for more information. Applications close on June 11, 2018.

Last week’s postings: May 25, 2018.

Friday Job Announcements

Neoshia Roemer1 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 Indian law or leadership job, please send a PDF job announcement and a brief description of job to indigenous@law.msu.edu.

Spirit Lake Tribe

Prosecutor, Fort Totten, N.D. The Spirit Lake Nation is hiring a Prosecutor to perform all phases of criminal prosecution of offenses committed in violation of the Spirit Lake Tribe Criminal Code within the jurisdiction of the Spirit Lake Tribe. The Prosecutor will be responsible for present and prosecuting all criminal complaints in tribal court, along with other duties as prescribed. A J.D. from an accredited degree and state bar membership are required. Please see the job announcement, or visit the website, for more information about the job and how to apply.

Zuni Pueblo

Attorney, Zuni, N.M. The Zuni Pueblo is seeking a part-time prosecutor with three years or more trial experience and qualifications sufficient to be admitted to practice before the Zuni Tribal Court in Zuni, New Mexico. Email letter of interest and resume to dfc@catchlaw.com.

New Mexico Court of Appeals Staff Attorney

THE NEW MEXICO COURT OF APPEALS is seeking applications for a full-time Associate Staff Attorney position. The position will be located in Albuquerque. Regardless of experien­ce, the beginning salary is limited to $66,000, plus generous fringe benefits. New Mexico Bar admission as well as three years of practice or post-law-school judicial clerkship experience is required. The position entails management of a heavy caseload of appeals covering all areas of law considered by the Court. Extensive legal re­search and writing is required; the work atmos­phere is congenial yet intellectually demanding. Interested applicants should submit a completed New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, along with a letter of interest, resume, law school transcript, and short writing sample of no more than 5 pages to Paul Fyfe, Chief Staff Attorney, P.O. Box 2008, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 25, 2018. The materials may also be submitted by email to coapgf@nmcourts. gov. To obtain the application please call 827- 4875 or visit www.nmcourts.com and click on “Job Opportunities.” The New Mexico Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer.

DNA People’s Legal Services

Staff Attorney, Flagstaff, A.Z. and Farmington, N.M. DNA People’s Legal Services is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent clients in court or before government agencies, prepare and draft legal documents, advise clients on business and legal transactions, negotiate settlements for legal disputes, comply with all legal standards and regulations, perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law. J.D. and bar membership required. Starting salary is $37,500. Please see the announcement for more information.

Public Defender Managing Attorney, Keams Canyon, A.Z. DNA-PEOPLE’S LEGAL SERVICES (DNA), a non-profit legal services program, is accepting applications for a Public Defender Managing Attorney position in our Hopi Public Defenders office, Keams Canyon, Arizona. The Hopi Public Defenders office serves the Hopi Indian Reservation in Arizona. J.D. and bar membership required. Please see the announcement for more information.

Finance Director, Window Rock, A.Z. The Director of Finance is a full-time position that provides overall financial management and analysis for DNA. The position will oversee annual budget of $4 Million and review all financial transactions; perform complex budgeting and accounting functions, conduct financial, statistical and analytical studies and projections; prepare financial reports for management, the board and others; oversee all DNA law offices budgets in the preparation for and execution of the annual audit, tax and other regulatory filings; periodically consult with the program team on financial reports of grantees; and ensure that DNA adheres to the best, most reliable and most transparent financial policies and procedures.

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians (Employment Application)

Deputy Solicitor General, Onamia, M.N. The Deputy Solicitor General performs legal work involving interpreting laws and regulations; preparing legal opinions, briefs, and other legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel; consulting with trial attorneys; assisting in preparing cases for trial; drafting bills for legislative consideration; and assisting the Solicitor General in managing the affairs and duties of the function of Solicitor General. A J.D. and bar membership are required. Please see the announcement for more details.

Senior Deputy Solicitor General, Onamia, M.N. The Senior Deputy Solicitor General performs legal work involving interpreting laws and regulations; preparing legal opinions, briefs, and other legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel; consulting with trial attorneys; assisting in preparing cases for trial; drafting bills for legislative consideration; and assisting the Solicitor General in managing the affairs and duties of the function of Solicitor General. A J.D. and bar membership are required. Please see the announcement for more details.

Tonkawa Tribal Committee

Substance Abuse Program Director, Tonkawa, O.K. The Substance Abuse Program (SAP) Director is in charge of managing and operating the Substance Abuse Program with services including, but are not limited to, assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy for clients and their families, educational presentations, and therapeutic interventions. Please see the job announcement for more information.

MSPI Coordinator/Counselor, Tonkawa, O.K. The Meth and Suicide Prevention (MSPI) Director is in charge of managing and operating the MSPI Program, establishing and maintaining the Tribal MSPI Program, and provides methamphetamine and suicide prevention services to the youth and young adults. Please see the job announcement for more information.

MSPI Assistant, Tonkawa, O.K. The Meth and Suicide Prevention (MSPI) Assistant provides culturally sensitive services to Native Youth and young adults under the age of 25. The MSPI Assistant will support young people, work with them and their families, help them build healthy connections, and provide activities that will help prevent methamphetamine use and suicides. Subject to evening and weekend assignments. Please see the job announcement for more information.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Legal Assistant, Office of Attorney General, Sells, A.Z. The Tohono O’odham Office of Attorney General is hiring one (1) Legal Assistant.  The Office of Attorney General represents the interests of the Tohono O’odham Nation in tribal, state, and federal venues.  The Legal Assistant will assist attorneys in all aspects of tribal governance with an emphasis on Child Welfare cases. Salary is $35,004 to $43,715 DOE. Please see the announcement for more information.

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

District Court Judge, Mashpee, M.A. This position is a per diem position.   A District Court Judge shall be appointed for a term of (5) five years.  A District Court Judge shall have the duty and power to conduct all court proceedings, and issue all orders and papers incident thereto, in order to administer justice in all matters within the jurisdiction of the Court. Please see the announcement for more information.

Last week’s postings: May 18, 2018.