Mille Lacs Band Tribal Court
Court of Central Jurisdiction
Onamia, MN

Closing Date: June 18, 2019

Summary:
The Law Clerk is responsible for assisting the Tribal Court judiciary with legal research, drafting of court decisions and special court development projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completion of one year or more at an ABA-accredited law school, including satisfactory completion of a legal research and writing course.
• Demonstrated interest in Tribal and Federal Indian Law.
• Strong legal writing and research skills, including utilization of online legal research database services.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, analyze legal documents, derive pertinent points, and record conclusions.
• Ability to draft legal documents so as to be understood by non-law trained individuals.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Ability to read with speed and comprehension.
• Ability to comprehend and record rapid speech.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite and proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Moderate touch typing ability.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of documents, computer files and oral communications.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Valid driver’s license, dependable transportation and proper insurance is required.

Submit resume, cover letter, and employment application to: Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Employment Coordinator 43408 Oodena Dr. Onamia, MN 56359 Fax # (320) 532-7492 e-mail to hr@millelacsband.com

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