Internship Opportunity-TRIBAL LIAISON SPECIALIST

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

TRIBAL LIAISON SPECIALIST (GRADUATE/LAW STUDENT) –
INDIAN YOUTH SERVICE CORPS (IYSC) INTERNSHIP

Start Date & End Date:
May 16, 2021 to May 14, 2022

Location:
NPS Office of Native American Affairs, Washington, DC Headquarters Office

Summary:
This Tribal Liaison Internship position will report to the Office of Native American Affairs in support of the Office of Native American Affairs for the National Park Service in Washington, DC. The long-term goal of the completion of these four projects is to bring greater relevance to the Office of Native American Affairs by providing current guidance and internal documents and information for National Park Service staff to have available as tools to provide active and robust consultations with Tribes, Tribal representatives, Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian organizations on possible undertakings, and other topics and issues related and of interest to Indian Country. Etc…

Requirements:
• Must be Native American, Alaskan Native or Native Hawaiian.
• Must be 18 to 30 years of age, or a Veteran 35 years of age or younger.
• Must have substantial experience productively working with tribal nations and indigenous communities.
• Must be able to demonstrate a degree of familiarity with fundamental concepts including tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, and federal trust responsibilities to tribal nations. Etc…

See full job announcement:

https://environmentamericas.org/job/tribal-liaison-specialist-graduate-law-student/

Job Opportunity – Attorney-Attorney

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

Attorney-Advisor – Full-Time
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
DHS Headquarters
Office of Chief Counsel

Open & Closing dates:
03/10/2021 to 03/09/2022

Location:
2 vacancies in Washington D.C

Summary:
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the General Counsel, General Law Division.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve the Office of the General Counsel as a legal advisor. The individual will provide legal advice, litigation support, and training for DHS Headquarters activities and programs in the area of acquisitions and procurements within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

Requirements:
• The first professional law degree (LL.B. or JD); or
• The second professional law degree (LL.M.) AND
• Specialized professional legal experience in excess of two years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position or two years of judicial clerkship… Etc

See full job announcement and application details:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/594702600

Agency contact information:
Lori Pollacci
Phone: 2023578668
Email: lori.pollacci@hq.dhs.gov

Job Opportunity – General Attorney

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

General Attorney – Full-Time
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Customs and Border Protection
Office of Chief Counsel

Open & Closing dates:
02/17/2021 to 03/02/2021

Locations: 2 vacancies in Glynco, GA

Summary:
As our nation navigates the COVID-19 pandemic, CBP is committed to delivering our mission to safeguard America’s borders and enable legitimate trade and travel. Staffing mission critical positions remains a high priority. Be reassured that CBP is still hiring, despite potential hiring process step delays due to restrictions to in-person activities.

Requirements:
• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below)
• You may be required to pass a background investigation
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures
• As an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards.

See full job announcement and application details:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/PrintPreview/592501200

Agency Contact Information:
Phone: 952-857-2932

Job Opportunity – General Attorney

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

General Attorney – Full-Time
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Customs and Border Protection
Office of Chief Counsel

Open & Closing Dates:
02/18/2021 to 03/03/2021

Locations: 1 vacancy in Los Angeles, CA

See full job announcement and application details:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/PrintPreview/592628700

For further information please contact:
Shelby Stuntz
Phone: (562) 980-3141

Job Opportunity – Full Time Attorney

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

Arizona Voice for Crime Victims (AVCV)

Summary: The legal representation will be limited to asserting and enforcing victims’ constitutional and/or statutory rights in criminal proceedings.

Requirements:

J.D. from an accredited law school
Membership in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona and the District of Arizona
Having reliable transportation and being able to travel throughout Arizona frequently, occasional out of state travel
Passing a background check
Being able to obtain a fingerprint card

Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of the Federal Crime Victims’ Rights Act and the Arizona Victims’ Bill of Rights

Experience working with members of tribes
Experience in the state and federal criminal justice system
Excellent research, writing, and oral argument skills
Ability to handle a heavy case load
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Duties:

Appearing in court with victims
Conducting research on victims’ right issues
Drafting legal pleadings
Working with social workers/victim advocates to assist victims throughout the criminal justice process
Assisting with office coverage

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to colleen.avcv@gmail.com.

Job Opportunity – Staff Attorney

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

Four Rivers Indian Legal Services,
a division of Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
Sacaton, AZ

Closing date: Open until filled

The person to be hired will undertake legal representation for members of the Gila
River Indian Community (GRIC) in civil actions involving family law matters,
consumer cases, housing, benefits, wills, and estate administration. Practice will
primarily be before the Gila River Indian Community Court with additional work in
the Pinal and Maricopa Superior Court systems.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must be members of the Arizona State Bar or pass the next exam; applicants licensed two years in another jurisdiction may practice by special rule. In addition, a successful candidate should either be admitted to practice before the Gila River Community Court or be willing to apply for and be admitted to practice at GRIC within three months of hire.
Preferred candidates should have advocacy experience before
administrative tribunals or governmental agencies; education or experience
in Indian law and policy highly preferred.
Applicants must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the legal issues faced
by low-income, rural, and Native populations. They should have initiative,
excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well in a multi-cultural
setting.
Ability to speak the O’otham language and familiarity with O’otham and
Piipaash culture helpful. Bilingual English/Spanish also helpful.

See full job description: 2021 Sacaton Attorney

Cover letter, resume and three references to salahr@sazlegalaid.org

Contact:
Hiring Committee
Southern Arizona Legal Aid Inc.
2343 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite 200
Tucson, Arizona 85719-6007

Job Opportunity – Cultural Resources Director

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

Cowlitz Indian Tribe
Ridgefield, WA

Salary Range: $35 to $45 per hour DOQ
Closing Date: Open until filled

Position Summary:
The Director of the Cultural Resources Director is charged with developing long-range plans andstrategies to highlight and promote the cultural identity of the Cowlitz Tribe. The Director will actively seek to cultivateand maintain local, regional, and national relationships that advance Cowlitz identity and the mission of the Tribe. TheDirector will maintain and promote Cowlitz image and reputation, while protecting Cowlitz traditional knowledge andintellectual property.

Minimum Qualifications:

5 years of supervisory experience in a capacity related to the essential job responsibilities.
Demonstrated ability to manage staff, budgets and schedules.
Demonstrated history of collaboration between diverse community partners, including government, commercial andnon-profit entities, and individuals.
Demonstrated history of NHPA Section 106 consultation
Comprehensive knowledge of Native cultures of the Pacific Northwest
Technology proficient across a variety of platforms and applications, including audio recording, still photographyand video production.
Tribal preference preferred

See full job description: Cultural Resources Director _ Ridgefield.

Please mail or fax Resume and Cover Letter to:
Cowlitz Indian Tribe
Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 2547
Longview, WA 98632
Fax: (360) 578-1641

Job opportunity – General Attorney

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

Department of Homeland Security
Customs and Border Protection
Office of Chief Counsel
Washington, DC

Closing date: 02/16/2021

In this position, you will become a key member of the legal team for The Office of The Chief Counsel. Typical work assignments include:

Providing legal advice and services concerning the laws that relate to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforcement and operational functions with special emphasis on customs, immigration, investigations, national security, counter-terrorism, and intelligence law;
Researching the law and prepares legal memoranda, litigation reports, declarations, and other documents in civil and/or criminal litigation or other actions involving CBP;
Providing current information and legal advice to the field concerning significant changes and other developments in law and jurisprudence;
Advising policy makers and coordinating legal issues with other agencies and components within the U.S. government and in support of international engagements; and
Reviewing CBP regulations, policies, and other materials and develops, reviews, and delivers training or other legal presentations as appropriate to support CBP missions.

See full job announcement and application details here.

Job Opportunity – Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Indian Legal Program

Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP is a prominent tribal law firm providing legal representation and advocacy in a broad range of services, with an emphasis in tribal law and federal Indian law serving tribal nations, tribal business enterprises and tribal organizations throughout the United States.

Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP is seeking candidates with 5-10 years of litigation experience to join our metropolitan Omaha, Nebraska office. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work on cases in a variety of areas including constitutional law, environmental law, real estate, employment, tax issues, corporate/business matters, and complex federal, state and tribal court litigation at both trial and appellate levels.

Apply via Email: careers@bigfirelaw.com

Susie Taylor
HR Director
staylor@bigfirelaw.com
4025138244
1404 Fort Crook Rd S Bellevue – NE

Job Opportunity – Tribal Attorney – Labor & Employment

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Indian Legal Program

Forest County Potawatomi Community
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Summary: Provides legal analysis and counsel on policy, on all labor and employment issues concerning the business and government operations of the Tribe.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides legal guidance and advice involving various areas of law.
Reviews, researches, interprets, and prepares both written and oral opinions on a wide variety of legal issues with respect to employment, wage & hour, work safety, harassment and discrimination
Drafts, reviews, and approves policies and procedures, regulations, bylaws, contracts, leases, and other legal documents; researches legal issues and recommends revisions as necessary.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):

Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school; Licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin. At least three years of legal experience in tribal operations preferred.
Knowledge of corporate and/or governmental management and employment practices with eight years of experience in the field.
Research and knowledge of federal, state, tribal, and local law.
Ability to manage a number of priorities simultaneously.
Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
Seven years of experience preferred.
Must maintain confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.

To apply, click here.