Employer: Montana Legal Services Association
Title: Staff Attorney, Indian Law Practice Group

Description: This full-time Staff Attorney position will provide poverty law services to Native American clients, primarily on the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Reservations. Services provided will range from brief counsel and advice, to more extended legal representation. Position will require regular travel to the reservations being served, and occasional travel throughout Montana. This position will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, and hearing and trial work. The staff attorney will also participate in MLSA’s statewide initiatives, implement grant and contract requirements through casework and other activities, and foster pro bono involvement with the private bar.

Specific Duties
• Interviewing, meeting with, advising, and representing eligible clients on civil matters.
• Developing and maintaining specialized knowledge of the legal needs of Native American clients, and of general poverty law issues.
• Providing legal services to clients ranging from brief counsel and advice, to more extended representation on core legal issues affecting MLSA clients.
• As needed, providing legal representation to clients in criminal matters in Tribal Court.
• Composing correspondence, pleadings and other documents.
• Researching the law and preparing memoranda.
• Working with other MLSA staff to recruit, train and support pro bono attorneys when appropriate.
• Participating in MLSA’s statewide initiatives and impact work, and implementing grant and contract requirements through casework.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervising Attorney or MLSA Management.

Requirements
• Law Degree and current license to practice law in Montana, or willingness to become licensed.
• License to practice in the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Tribal Courts, or willingness to become licensed.
• Prior legal services experience preferred, particularly experience working with Native American clients.
• A willingness to assume a varied case load.
• An understanding of the civil legal needs of low-income people, including the unique needs of populations that experience particular barriers to access to justice systems.
• Knowledge of substantive legal areas affecting low income people.
• Ability to effectively communicate, to motivate others, and to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people with varying perspectives, and experience and expertise.
• Ability and willingness to learn and integrate new technologies and methodologies to efficiently perform responsibilities.
• A willingness to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, the public, judges, court personnel and the bar.
• Ability and willingness to work cooperatively and collegially within a decentralized statewide law firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-oriented environment.
• A “can do” attitude and a willingness to pitch in where needed.
• Strong commitment to insuring equal access to justice.
• Proficient at the use of technology, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, internet-based programs and computer-based legal research.
• Ability to travel within the state of Montana, occasionally overnight.

The Montana Legal Services Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Geographic Preference: West (CA, HI, NV, UT, CO, MT, WY)
Position Type: Attorney
Practice Area(s): All Practice Areas, Indian/Native American
Desired Class Level(s): RECENT GRADS, Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp
Compensation Type: Annually
Compensation Details: $45,000 and up DOE. MLSA offers an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement and educational loan repayment

For full description, click here: http://www.mtlsa.org/get-involved/careers/

For full description, click here: Research Advancement Administrator

To submit your application, please proceed to the following link: https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-applicant

ID 26001
Position Type Attorney
Employer Ho-Chunk Nation (Black River Falls, WI)
Contact Carole M. Bedeau
Job Title Staff Attorney-Law Clerk
Resume Receipt Other (enter below)
How to Apply Please visit, www.ho-chunknation.com   Update/overwrite with contact information

Description
Ho-Chunk Nation Staff Attorney-Law Clerk Judiciary Branch Black River Falls, WI. Summary: Assist Tribal Court Judges and Supreme Court Justices with legal research and the drafting of opinions in a timely manner while facilitating public access to the Court through the provision of procedural legal information. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school and in good standing of a State Bar. Strong research and writing skills. Strong word processing and computer research skills. Demonstrated interest in and familiarity with Tribal and Federal Indian Law. Fluency in Ho-Chunk Language desired but not required. Preference to members of the Ho-Chunk Nation, then other Native Americans. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check. No felony convictions, no current open criminal cases or civil matters that would reflect negatively on the Judiciary Branch. Valid driver’s license, dependable transportation and proper insurance, is required. This is an appointed position. Working Conditions: Office setting, courtroom. Occasional travel may be required. We offer 401(K), Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life benefits. APPLICATION/ RESUME & TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED Please submit to: Ho-Chunk Nation Department of Personnel P.O. Box 667 Black River Falls, WI. 54615 (800) 232-0086 FAX: (715) 284-9465 Application/ Resume Deadline: October 16, 2015 at 4:00pm See our jobs & application online at: www.ho-chunknation.com

Additional Documents Unofficial Transcript
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Requested Document Notes  Applicant must fill out an employment application which can be found on www.ho-chunknation.com by selecting employment on the upper right hand corner. Must also include a resume and unofficial transcripts.
Posting Date October 9, 2015
Expiration Date October 16, 2015
Annually Recurring Job No
Geographic Preference Midwest (KY, WV, OH, IN, MI, IL, MO, IA, MN, WI)
Compensation Type Weekly
Compensation Details  The position starts at $26/hr. for 40 hours per week. Employees are paid weekly
Practice Area(s) Indian/Native American
Desired Class Level RECENT GRADS, Alum 0-3 yrs exp
Hide Student Resumes From Employer  No
Approved Yes
Automatic Application Packet Generation  Yes
Location(s)
Nation Wide
No
City
Black River Falls
State/Province
Wisconsin
Country
United States
Degree Level JD

Job Title: Policy Analyst
Department: Department Of The Interior
Agency: Office of the Secretary of the Interior
Job Announcement Number: OS-6010-15-RD-109(DEU)
SALARY RANGE: $107,325.00 to $139,523.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, September 18, 2015 to Thursday, October 8, 2015
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-14
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time – Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy – Washington DC, DC View Map

WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all US Citizens.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Public Trust – Background Investigation
SUPERVISORY STATUS: No
JOB SUMMARY:

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, Office of Policy Analysis, Washington, DC.

This position is located in the Office of Policy Analysis, which reports to the Deputy Assistant Secretary – Policy and International Affairs, and the Assistant Secretary – Policy, Management and Budget (PMB). The Office assists the Deputy Assistant Secretary and the Assistant Secretary and Department leadership in formulating, developing, analyzing, evaluating, and executing the Department’s policies. This position will serve as a policy analyst addressing climate change and the impacts it has on Native Americans.

The Office provides cross-cutting analysis and coordination to support decision-making and policy development; it provides expertise and leadership to evaluate Departmental programs, to develop and coordinate new programs, to conduct studies of policies and programs, and to conduct relevant economic analyses. The Office coordinates and guides inter-agency and multi-bureau program development and policy analysis tasks and undertakes issue analysis and decision documents on behalf of the Secretary, Deputy Secretary, and the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget. The Office also coordinates the Department’s activities related to invasive species, tribal water settlements, ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes resource management, and plays a major policy role in Arctic issues.

This is a permanent, full-time, career/career conditional appointment.

This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.

Salary Information
GS-14 $107,325-$139,523 per annum. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the lower salary range of the grade level.

This vacancy is also announced as OS-6010-15-RD-110(MP) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Merit Promotion procedures.

The Office of Policy Analysis has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Travel may be required up to 1 to 5 nights per month.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No

KEY REQUIREMENTS
You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination
You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.
You must submit ALL required documents and a completed questionnaire.
You must be a U.S. Citizen.

Full job post at the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/416219000

Legal Aid of Wyoming, Inc. in Lander is hiring a licensed attorney or Tribal Advocate. The candidate will assist in domestic violence legal issues. Applicant must be able to obtain a Shoshone and Arapahoe Tribal Court license. Position is full time $29,500 – $59,500/year with benefits including health, vision, 401K and match, paid holidays and vacation. EEOE.

Please send resume, 3 references and cover letter to: Legal Aid of Wyoming, Inc.
1813 Carey Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Fax: 307-432-0808
Email: RMacchia@lawyoming.org

Application deadline: Open until filled

Job Title: Deputy Executive Legal Counsel
Department/Group: Legal
Location: Crow Agency, MT
Pay Range: DOE
Job Category: Crow Tribe Executive Branch
Position Type: Full-time Employee
Date posted: September 22, 2015
Posting Expires: October 6, 2015

Contact: Melissa Holds the Enemy
Managing Attorney
(406) 638-2059

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing samples, and references to the Managing Attorney, Melissa Holds the Enemy.

Applications Accepted By:
Fax or E-mail:
(406) 638-2614 (fax)
Melissa.Holdstheenemy@crow-nsn.gov
Attention: Melissa Holds the Enemy
Mail:
Attn: Office of Legal Counsel
P.O. Box 340
Crow Agency, MT 59022

Job Description
Qualifications and Education Requirements
The Office of Legal Counsel consists of five (5) In-House attorneys as well as the Prosecutor, Assistant Prosecutor and Child Protection/ICWA attorney.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel completes tasks as assigned by the Managing Attorney and Executive Officials.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel would provide advice to the Executive Officials and various Boards, Committees, Commissions and Executive Branch departments such as the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Economic Development and the Environmental Protection Program.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel’s responsibilities would include: drafting, reviewing and analyzing agreements, cooperative agreements, leases contracts, orders, rights of ways, Memoranda of Understanding/Agreement, insurance claims and proposed regulations; drafting codes and regulations in cooperation with the Crow Legislative Branch; attending and providing input at Legislative Committee meetings and quarterly and special Legislative Sessions; attending on-site and off-site meetings with tribal departments and state, local or federal agencies and entities.

Tribal Member and Indian Preference
Preference will be given to qualified members of the Crow Tribe of Indians, and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes.

COUNSEL, FAIR ELECTIONS LEGAL NETWORK (FELN)

The Fair Elections Legal Network (FELN) is a nonpartisan election reform and advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C. Our overall mission is to remove barriers to registration and voting for traditionally underrepresented constituencies and improve election administration using administrative and legislative advocacy, research, and litigation.

FELN is seeking an attorney with a background in civil rights or elections specifically to help implement the organization’s programmatic objectives and manage a growing election law and policy portfolio.

Qualifications. Policy and advocacy experience, as well as some knowledge of election administration and voting rights, is required. Litigation experience is a plus. Familiarity with grassroots organizations and campaign or organizing experience are strongly preferred. Applicants should have at least 1 year of post-J.D. experience and a good sense of humor.

Duties and Responsibilities. Primary responsibilities include: (1) working with partner election reform, registration, and mobilization groups to advance laws, rules and administrative practices that expand voter participation and combat restrictive measures; (2) engaging in ongoing outreach to state and local election officials to discuss reform initiatives and identify opportunities to collaborate; (3) working with FELN’s legal team to formulate appropriate responses to and/or develop legal theories for voting rights litigation; (4) collaborating on researching and drafting policy reports and legal briefs in pending cases; and (5) drafting blog posts and op-eds to communicate to broader audiences the impact of various election reforms. Additional responsibilities may include speaking engagements, attendance at staff and partner meetings, and assisting with preparation and review of fundraising documents.

FELN is an Equal-Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: jobs@fairelectionsnetwork.com

For more information, please visit www.fairelectionsnetwork.com

Fair Elections Legal Network 1825 K Street NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-331-0114
Fax: 202-331-1663 info@fairelectionsnetwork.com

Attorney
555 S. Telshor, Suite 300
Las Cruces, NM 88011
United States
15-AUSA-NM-5

About the Office: The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico has approximately 165 employees and contractors. The main office is located in Albuquerque. The branch office in Las Cruces is located approximately 225 miles south of Albuquerque, is 50 miles from the Mexican border, and includes approximately 45 of the district employees and contractors. The District also has an unstaffed office in Santa Fe.

This position will be located in Las Cruces, NM. Las Cruces, New Mexico is the second largest city in New Mexico, is nestled in the fertile Mesilla Valley between the majestic Organ Mountains and the meandering Rio Grande. Las Cruces is located 50 miles north of the Mexican border. Las Cruces blends a unique variety of attractions, culture, historical sites, and superb year-round weather with 350 days of sunshine per year.

Job Description: The attorney selected will be working in the in Las Cruces Branch Office and will handle prosecution of a wide variety of federal offenses.

Qualifications: 

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member, in good standing, of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least one (1) year of post-J.D. experience.

Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and the facility to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a case and demonstrate superior oral and writing skills as well as strong research and interpersonal skills, and good judgment. Applicants must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies. Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding office and courtroom environment.

Applicants will be expected to conduct their own legal research and writing and must be substantially self- sufficient in preparing day to day correspondence and pleadings. Applicants must also possess computer literacy skills to include experience with automated research, electronic court filing, electronic e-mail and word processing systems.

United States citizenship is required.

Salary: $51,916-$153,176 including locality pay, depending on experience.

Travel: Moderate travel may be required.

Application Process: Any interested applicant should submit a cover letter and resume by electronic mail no later than September 29, 2015.

No telephone calls please. We will contact you if we believe an interview is appropriate or if further information is required.

mail to:USANM.HR@usdoj.gov

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Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Relocation Expenses: Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized.
Number of Positions: 1 -As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html.

DEPARTMENT: Legal Department
REPORTS TO: General Counsel

DEFINITION/PURPOSE:
Provide legal advice to the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Tribal Council, tribal departments and economic enterprises. Represent the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in matters brought in Tribal, State and Federal court.

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

TASKS: Serves as legal advisor to the Tribal Council, tribal government departments and economic enterprises; Provides legal advice and analysis of tribal, state and Federal laws and regulations; Drafts and revises the Tribal Constitution, Law and Order Code, other tribal laws, ordinances, and policies; Works at hours and times outside of normal business hours and days; Drafts, reviews and recommends changes to contracts; Reviews other agreements, proposals; Represents the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in Tribal, State and Federal court actions; Performs other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Constitution, Law and Order Code, Arizona Revised Statutes, Federal Indian Law, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, Indian Civil Rights Act, Indian Child Welfare Act, Tribal and Federal Indian Case Law, Federal Rules of Evidence; Federal Rules of Civil Procedures

• Knowledge of contract, gaming and employment law;

• Knowledge of state and Federal court procedures, proceedings, and practices;

• Knowledge of legal research utilizing books and electronic research systems;

• Skill in interpreting and applying complex laws, statutes, ordinances, and rules to the facts and evidence in individual cases;

• Skill in drafting complex court orders;

• Skill in utilizing a computer and in software capable of word processing;

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, state and Federal officials, departments, and agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
1) An attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona; 2) Two years of experience as an attorney; 3) Current AZ driver’s license and meet FMYN insurance standards.

POSITION STATUS: Regular-Full-Time Job Code: 114-71 Revised 9/15

PAYRATE: $69,965.48 to $83,958.57

OPEN DATE: September 24, 2015 CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
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
Email: recruiter@ftmcdowell.org or
sgonzales@ftmcdowell.org

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

Job Title: Deputy Executive Legal Counsel
Job Category: Crow Tribe Executive Branch
Department/Group: Legal
Location: Crow Agency, MT
Pay Range: DOE
Position Type: Full-time Employee
Contact: Melissa Holds the Enemy
Managing Attorney
(406) 638-2059
Date posted: September 22, 2015
Posting Expires: October 6, 2015
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing samples, and references to the Managing Attorney, Melissa Holds the Enemy.

Applications Accepted By:
Fax or E-mail: (406) 638-2614 (fax)
Melissa.Holdstheenemy@crow-nsn.gov
Attention: Melissa Holds the Enemy

Mail:
Attn: Office of Legal Counsel
P.O. Box 340
Crow Agency, MT 59022

Job Description
Qualifications and Education Requirements

The Office of Legal Counsel consists of five (5) In-House attorneys as well as the Prosecutor, Assistant Prosecutor and Child Protection/ICWA attorney.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel completes tasks as assigned by the Managing Attorney and Executive Officials.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel would provide advice to the Executive Officials and various Boards, Committees, Commissions and Executive Branch departments such as the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Economic Development and the Environmental Protection Program.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel’s responsibilities would include: drafting, reviewing and analyzing agreements, cooperative agreements, leases contracts, orders, rights of ways, Memoranda of Understanding/Agreement, insurance claims and proposed regulations; drafting codes and regulations in cooperation with the Crow Legislative Branch; attending and providing input at Legislative Committee meetings and quarterly and special Legislative Sessions; attending on-site and off-site meetings with tribal departments and state, local or federal agencies and entities.

Tribal Member and Indian Preference

Preference will be given to qualified members of the Crow Tribe of Indians, and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes.