JOB – General Counsel for Pueblo of Tesuque

The Pueblo of Tesuque in New Mexico is seeking a FT In-House General Counsel to provide legal services covering a broad range of tribal, state and federal Indian law issues. The incumbent must possess a juris doctorate degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in New Mexico, or have the ability to become licensed in New Mexico, with education and experience in the field of federal Indian law preferred. The candidate must have at least six years work experience; practice for a tribal government as legal counsel is
strongly preferred. Strong negotiation and interpersonal communication skills, including excellent legal writing skills and demonstrated ability to work on diverse legal issues. Salary DOE, fringe benefits, including 401K. Drug screening and background investigation will be
required as a condition of employment.

Deadline to apply is Friday, June 22, 2007 Submit application or resume to:

Pueblo of Tesuque Human Resources
RT. 42 Box 360T, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Fax (505) 982-2331 Attn: Human Resources
Email: vmartinez@pueblooftesuque.org