Tulalip Domestic Violence Prosecutor Job Opening

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Job Announcement – TUL Prosecutor

Oglala Sioux Tribe Attorney and Judge Vacancy Announcements

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12.02.13 Vacancy Announcements from OST Sec

Tohono O’odham Nation Seeks In House Counsel

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
 ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL I OR II
TOHONO O’ODHAM NATION
SELLS, ARIZONA
The Office of Attorney General represents the Tohono O’odham Nation in litigation and other legal matters.  The Office seeks an attorney with 1 to 5 years of experience in general Indian tribal law and family law to fill an Assistant Attorney General I or II position.  Attached is a statement of qualifications for the position, and the application procedure.  Kindly post or circulate this announcement in your office.

Tilden McCoy Seeks Indian Law Associate

Boulder, Colorado, based Indian law firm has immediate need for a full-time, mid- to senior-level associate for its Boulder office. Candidate should have minimum 3-5 years experience with Indian tribes and Indian law/Indian gaming and related matters, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Salary DOE. Please send resume, law school transcripts, and writing sample to Padraic McCoy at Tilden McCoy + Dilweg LLP, at pmccoy@tildenmccoy.com.

Yurok Tribal Court Staff Attorney Position

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Tribal Court Director (and Chief Judge), the Staff Attorney will assist the Chief Judge and the Yurok Tribal Court in its legal matters.  The Staff Attorney will complete a variety of professional assignments on behalf of the Yurok Tribal Court as assigned. The Staff Attorney will work closely with the Chief Judge and department staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Perform legal research including extensive analysis of legal positions.  Determine and apply legal principles and precedents to problems and issues.
  2. Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to the Yurok Tribal Court in relation to its duties and the operation of the Court and its programs, projects and services.
  3. Assist in legal matters related to negotiating agreements with county justice agencies including Superior Courts in Humboldt and Del Norte Counties, and the drafting of Memoranda of Understanding outlining the roles and responsibilities of partner agencies.
  4. Provides opinions on drafts, documents, and policies, and attends meetings concerning the Court.
  5. Prepares legal briefs, develops strategy, arguments and testimony in preparation for presentation of a case.
  6. May appear in court hearings to represent the concurrent jurisdictional positions of the Tribal Court.
  7. Performs a variety of professional legal work in child support civil and criminal cases.  
  8. Assists in the coordination of Tribal Court programs.

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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes RFP for Casino Gaming Legal Services

The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes are seeking Request for Proposals for a Casino Gaming Attorney.  Interested Attorneys can obtain a complete RFP from Kari Fisher: kfisher@sbtribes.com.  This will close on 5/30/12.
CASINO GAMING ATTORNEY: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR LEGAL SERVICES
Issue Date:                              April 2, 2012
Proposal Deadline:
May 30, 2012, 5:00 PM
Contact: Kari Fisher (kfisher@sbtribes.com), Recruitment Representative for a complete copy of the RFP.
DESCRIPTION:
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes (Tribes) are soliciting Proposals for the purpose of contracting for Gaming Casino legal services covering the entire scope of gaming and gaming business related issues. The contract is for a three (3) year term with a possible renewal option.
Proposals must be time stamped by the General Counsel’s office of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes by the exact date and time indicated above. Late proposals will not be accepted.
It is the intent of the Tribes to obtain qualified legal services for its Casino and gaming operations. The Tribes are seeking a law firm, or an individual specializing in gaming and business laws. The law firm or primary attorney must have at least five (5) years of gaming and business related experience and meet the requirements and qualifications set forth herein.
The Tribes invites interested law firms and individuals to submit written proposals to provide legal services as set forth herein.

Nooksack Tribal Attorney Position Announcement

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Deadline is April 20, 2012.

Job Announcement: Casey Foundation, Denver Office, Indian Child Welfare Program

This is a full-time permanent position based in the Casey Denver office. The position is open until filled. Interested persons should apply on the Casey web page at http://www.casey.org

Job Description:
Casey Family Programs, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is a national operating foundation that provides and improves-and ultimately prevents the need for-foster care. We value a diverse and culturally competent workplace.

Job Summary: Director-Indian Child Welfare Program

The Director – Indian Child Welfare is a nationally recognized expert in the field of Indian child welfare and provides support and consultation to tribes and jurisdictions throughout the country on Indian Child Welfare issues. The Director works on projects involving state and federal jurisdictions to promote and demonstrate high quality, culturally appropriate services to American Indian/Alaskan Native children and families, and with tribes to identify, promote and demonstrate high quality, culturally appropriate services that reflect the sovereignty of tribal nations and advance Casey’s 2020 goals. Responsibilities include, project oversight and management to assure compliance with legal, financial and Casey’s strategic objectives and state plans; research on Indian child welfare best practices, issues, needs, and outcomes; and working positively and effectively with all staff internal to Casey as well as external contacts.

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Little River Band Job Announcement: Legislative Counsel

Position: Chief Legislative Counsel, Legislative Legal Department (Chief Legislative Counsel).

 (Full Time – Contractual)

Summary: The Chief Legislative Counsel shall be responsible for providing consideration to and service concerning legislative matters brought before the Tribal Council or Legislative Branch. As Administrator of the Department, Counsel will coordinate the efforts necessary for the preparation of legislative measures, written opinions, research, and competent representation of the Tribe. 

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Nordhaus Firm Job Announcement

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February 8, 2012 Announcement
for Associate Attorney Position
in Albuquerque Office

Nordhaus Law Firm is seeking an associate attorney with one to four years of experience for our Albuquerque, New Mexico office, starting immediately. While experience in Indian law is preferred, a demonstrated interest may suffice. We represent Indian tribes and tribal entities throughout the United States concerning natural resource management, economic development, financing, legislation, administrative and regulatory matters, and governance. The firm also handles complex litigation on a range of issues, including trust responsibility enforcement, jurisdiction, taxation, employment, and natural resource protection and development. For more information on our firm, please visit our website, http://www.nordhauslaw.com. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified Native Americans are encouraged to apply. To apply, please email to hiringpartner@nordhauslaw.com PDFs of the following: (1) a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position, (2) a resume, (3) a legal writing sample, (4) a list of references, and (5) an official law school transcript.