Office of the Secretary of the Interior
Salary Range: $168,315.00 to $185,100.00 / Per Year
Location: Washington, D.C.
Closing Date: 7/8/16

Established in 1824, Indian Affairs is the oldest bureau of the U.S. Department of the Interior. Within the government-to-government relationship, Indian Affairs provides services directly or through contracts, grants, or compacts to 566 federally recognized tribes with a service population of about 1.9 million American Indians and Alaska Natives. While the role of Indian Affairs has changed significantly in the last three decades in response to a greater emphasis on Indian self-governance and self-determination, Tribes still look to Indian Affairs for a broad spectrum of services.

Are you interested in joining:

• An agency whose responsibilities touch the lives of all Americans, and contributes to the Nation’s environmental quality, economic vitality, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native Americans, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders?

The U.S. Department of the Interior has a multifaceted mission that combines natural resource protection, recreation, natural resource use, services to communities and individuals, and biological and earth sciences.  Indian Affairs offers an extensive scope of programs that covers the entire range of Federal, State and local government services.  The Bureau of Indian Education administers an education system consisting of 183 schools and dormitories, educating approximately 42,000 elementary and secondary students and 28 tribal colleges, universities, and post-secondary schools.  The Bureau of Indian Affairs administers an extensive scope of  programs from social services, natural resources management on trust lands representing 55 million surface acres and 57 million acres of subsurface minerals, estates, economic development programs, law enforcement and detention services, land and water claim settlements, housing improvements, disaster relief, replacement and repair of schools, repair and maintenance of roads and bridges and operates a series of irrigation systems and provides electricity to rural Arizona.  Indian Affairs is seeking individuals who share a passion for our country’s most valuable resources and a commitment to obtaining, training and retaining a highly skilled and diverse workforce needed to accomplish our exciting and challenging mission.

This position is located in the Bureau of Indian Education; and you can find more information specific to our organization at www.bie.edu.

Indian Preference Policy:  Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, U.S.C. Section 472).  Verification Form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.

For full job description and how to apply, see the following link:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/441394400/

National Indian Gaming Commission
Location: Washington, D.C.
Salary Range: $64,650.00 to $100,736.00 / Per Year
Closing date: 6/29/16

This position is located in the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC). The NIGC is an independent Federal regulatory agency whose primary mission is to work within the framework created by the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) for the regulation of gaming activities conducted by tribes on Indian lands to fully realize IGRA’s goals: (1) promoting tribal economic development, self-sufficiency and strong tribal governments; (2) maintaining the integrity of the Indian gaming industry; and (3) ensuring that tribes are the primary beneficiaries of their gaming activities.

The incumbent works with the Director of Public Affairs and Senior Leadership to coordinate NIGC congressional initiatives, external relationship building, government-to-government consultations, and other intergovernmental coordination. Incumbent exercises independent judgment in the performance of difficult and high profile assignments in preparation of briefing and presentation materials, both oral and written, which require familiarity and comprehension with the operations of the NIGC, the federal legislative process, the NIGC Consultation Policy, and tribal and state governmental structures.

For full job description and how to apply, please see the following link:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/442618800

The Position:

The Office of the Mayor is seeking candidates for Tribal Liaison. A primary objective is to assist the City Council and all city bureaus to establish and strengthen relationships with tribal nations, tribal officials and staff, and urban Indian leadership and communities. This position is responsible for overall American Indian/Alaska Native policy development and overall coordination of the city’s relationships with Native American tribal governments and affiliated entities, and also American Indians and Alaska Natives living in Portland. It involves providing expertise on tribal history, treaties, sovereignty, self-governance, protocols, customs and traditions, natural resources, relevant economic enterprises and cultural properties. The position provides a primary point of contact for City and the tribal public, and also involves facilitating the identification and discussion of urban Indian needs in Portland and facilitating discussions of Portland’s interests with Pacific Northwest tribes. The Tribal Liaison will report to the Mayor’s Deputy Chief of Staff and hold a full-time position within the Office of the Mayor.
To Apply:

Please email a résumé and a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position to Sidd Mandava at mayor.intern2@portlandoregon.gov by 5:00 p.m. on July 1, 2016.

If any questions arise, please also direct them to Sidd Mandava at mayor.intern2@portlandoregon.gov and we will respond to you shortly.

For full job description, click the following link: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/oehr/article/580564

Department: Tribal Prosecutor’s Office
Reports to: Tribal Prosecutor

Essential Functions: Essential functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Tasks:

• Represents the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in all criminal, juvenile, dependency and/or comparable actions;
• Represents the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in all appeals of all criminal and juvenile actions;
• Prosecutes violations of tribal laws and ordinances and negotiates plea agreements;
• Effective Representation, Contractor shall provide effective legal representation of the Nation including, but not limited to;
• Working knowledge of the Fort
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

POSITION STATUS: Contract on Case by Case basis.

OPEN DATE: June 2, 2016
CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.ftmcdowell.org

Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Human Resources Department Attn: Recruiter P O Box 17779 Fountain Hills, AZ 85269 Phone: 480-789-7118 Fax: 480-816-0419

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.

WILL REQUIRE TO PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN AND COMPLETE A BACKGROUND CHECK WHICH MAY REQUIRE FINGERPRINTING

Gila River Indian Community

Job Number: 16-337 (2)
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Department: Defense Service Office
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 151 S. Bluebird Rd.
Area of Interest: Law
Salary Type: Depending on Experience
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $66,058 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

Closing Date: 06/28/2016

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Tribal Court Advocate-Defense Advocate Office
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Legal Services Office (Scottsdale, AZ)

Description: Under general supervision of the Defense Advocate Office Managing Attorney, represents parents involved in dependency and neglect cases and performs other legal tasks as required.This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Examples of Tasks:
Essential Functions: (Essential functions, which vary among positions, may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification).

Tasks: 
1.Under supervision of the supervising attorney, provides legal services and representation to eligible clients of the Defense Advocate Office through tasks illustrated by, but not limited to, the following: interviewing clients, providing legal advice, conducting necessary research, and drafting correspondence and legal documents.

2.Drafts and prepares legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and appeals; represents clients in matters before the SRPMIC Court, including the SRPMIC Appellate Court.

3.Under supervision, conducts legal research and analysis, performs factual investigations and analysis, and prepares legal memoranda, pleadings and motions, as directed.

4.Ensures that files are kept and maintained in a timely and professional manner.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of SRPMIC laws, ordinances and policies and Federal Indian law.

• Ability to judge when consultation with, or referral to, attorneys is necessary or appropriate.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to acquire and develop skills in communicating with, and instructing others, using both technical and non-technical language as appropriate.
• Ability to provide legal information service and explanations to those for whom the subject matter is unfamiliar and/or difficult to understand.

Important Notes
Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random and alcohol testing. “SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer” Preference will be given to a qualified Community Member, then a qualified Native American and then other qualified candidate

Expiration Date: June 30, 2016

Contact: Sophia Perez
1005 E Osborn Road Scottsdale, AZ 85256-9722

Application instructions: To apply or view full job description go to www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment *Resumes alone will not be accepted. Apply by closing date 6/30/2016

Yakama Nation Human Resources Department
Office of Public Defenders
Department of Justice Services

Hourly Wage: $33.37/Regular/Full-Time
Closing: 6/8/16

Employee serves as attorney for the Yakama Nation Public Defender Office and is responsible for providing professional legal representation and advice to Tribal member clients in Tribal, State and Federal Court systems or administrative agencies as assigned by the Lead Attorney Program Manager. Employee is responsible for providing a full range of legal services to Tribal members in areas of criminal, dependency, children’s court, fish and game, civil, family and Federal Indian Law matters, as assigned by the Lead Attorney Program Manager. Services include, legal research, evaluation of potential cases, analysis and preparation of accepted cases, motions, hearings, trials and appeals. The attorney may be appointed by the court(s) as a Guardian Ad Litem in custody matters.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard court procedures, evidence rules, and application of legal principles relative to practicing law.
• Knowledge of Tribal laws, Tribal regulations, and Tribal government organization.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal/State laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of Yakama Tribal traditions and customs as they may pertain to Tribal Court practices.
• Knowledge of law library research methods and techniques to interpret and explain applicable constitutional provisions, statutes, regulations, case law and precedents.
• Ability to maintain close working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to gain and maintain confidence of clients and professional staff of the Court(s) and other legal systems.
• Ability to be culturally sensitive to traditions and customs of the Yakama Nation.
• Ability to work under stress, independently handle hostile situations and sensitive information in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

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Department: Tribal Court
Reports To: Chief Judge
Hours: Full Time – 40 Hrs/Wk
Salary: Based on Compensation Matrix + Benefits

Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Chief Judge, this position is responsible for researching and analyzing intricate, complex and sensitive legal issues and questions for the Tribal Court Judges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Performs legal research, analysis and writing in such matters as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes.
2. Assists in drafting opinions, concurrences and dissents, orders, calendar notices and decisions.
3. Examines or prepares legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, and case records and other legal documents.
4. Confers with the judge on pending matters.
5. Observes judicial proceedings, attends conferences with attorneys and judges.
6. Acts as arbitrator and liaison between disputing parties and mediates small claims cases and summarizes information for the Judge.
7. Prepares the courtroom for the day’s cases.
8. Assures that all parties involved in the day’s proceedings are present.
9. Maintains order in the courtroom at all times during the sessions of the court.
10. Maintains integrity of the jury and insures that no outside person makes any communication while they are deliberating.
11. Escorts jurors and witnesses to and from the courtroom. Tends to the needs of the jury, answers all non-legal questions and provides all possible assistance.
12. Contacts, by telephone, all those required in the court session, such as attorneys and witnesses. Calls jurors, by telephone, to appear for jury duty at the next day’s session.
13. Acts as law librarian, keeping and monitoring legal volumes and ensuring legal volumes are up-to-date.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

How To Apply:
Submit application and resume postmarked by the closing date to:
Human Resource Department
Puyallup Tribe of Indians
3009 East Portland Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98404
Email: jobs@puyalluptribe.com
Ph.#: (253)573-7863
Fax#: (253)573-7963
Note: Applications & copies of job announcements available at Rm. # 157 or online at www.puyallup-tribe.com

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