Wisconsin Judicare, Inc.
Application Deadline: 9/2/2016, 11:30 PM

Wisconsin Judicare, Inc. is a non-profit organization funded by the federal Legal Services Corporation, the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, and other sources. Wisconsin Judicare provides civil legal services to low-income persons in the northern 33 counties of Wisconsin, as well as the 11 federally recognized Indian tribes.

Job Description
Wisconsin Judicare, Inc. is seeking a full-time staff attorney in the Wausau office located in Wausau, Wisconsin. Wisconsin Judicare’s Indian Law Office has an opening beginning September 1st for an attorney to represent Native American individuals and groups on a variety of issues including criminal defense representation in tribal courts and Indian law litigation in tribal and state courts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
(1) Maintain caseload on behalf of Indian individuals and groups; (2) Participate in tribal court development and community education projects; and (3) Carry out training and back-up assistance to private attorneys.

QUALIFICATIONS
Attorney must be admitted to practice law in Wisconsin; have good communication skills; knowledge of Native American issues is preferred. Attorney must have experience or a strong interest in poverty law and be willing to provide brief services and/or representation to those eligible low-income Wisconsin residents. All staff attorneys are expected to share responsibility for the development and maintenance of good working relationships with community groups, as well as with state and local bar associations. Staff attorneys may be called on to provide training and assistance to Judicare panel private attorneys, and training for community agencies. Travel may be required.

SALARY
Starting salary depends upon experience and qualifications, with a minimum starting salary of $36,000 for a full-time position. This position includes full fringe benefits, which currently consists of health, dental, life and disability insurance, 403(b) retirement plan and vacation and sick time.

TO APPLY Submit resume, references, and writing sample to: Mary Jo Nyenhuis, Executive Secretary Wisconsin Judicare, Inc. P.O. Box 6100 Wausau, WI 54402-6100 info@judicare.org Wisconsin Judicare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

Association of Village Council Presidents
Department: Administration

Job Purpose
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Executive Board.

Leadership
• Participate with the Executive Board and Tribal Governing Bodies in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization

• Identify, assess, and inform the Executive Board of internal and external issues that affect the organization in a timely and routine manner

• Act as an advisor to the Executive Board on all aspects of the organization’s activities

• Foster effective team work between the Executive Board and the CEO and between the CEO and staff

• In addition to serving the Executive Board as spokesperson, as required, act as a spokesperson for the organization in a manner consistent with approved organizational resolutions

• Conduct official correspondence on behalf of the Executive Board as appropriate and jointly with the Executive Board when appropriate

See full job description – Chief Executive Officer

For additional information, see the following link: http://www.avcp.org/avcp/employment/

Applications are being accepted for a vacancy on the Superior Court in Maricopa County created by the retirement of Judge Kristin C. Hoffman.                   

The Maricopa County Commission on Trial Court Appointments will review applications, interview selected applicants and recommend at least three nominees for the vacancy to Governor Doug Ducey, who will appoint the new judge. 

An updated version of the application form can be downloaded at the Judicial Department web site: www.azcourts.gov/jnc. Applications may be also obtained from the Administrative Office of the Courts, Human Resources Department, 1501 W. Washington, Suite 221, Phoenix, by calling (602) 452-3311, or by sending an email request to jnc@courts.az.gov.

Applicants must be at least 30 years old, admitted to practice law in Arizona, a resident of Arizona for the past five years, and a resident of Maricopa County for the past year.

 The original completed application, one single-sided copy and 5 double-sided copies must be returned to the Administrative Office of the Courts, Human Resources Department, 1501 W. Washington, Suite 221, Phoenix, AZ, 85007, by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 31, 2016. 

 Applicants for the recent vacancies in Maricopa County DO NOT need to reapply to be considered for the new vacancy.

 The Commission may, at its discretion, use the applications filed for this vacancy to nominate candidates for any additional vacancies known to the Commission before the screening meeting for this vacancy is held. 

 All meetings of the Maricopa County Commission on Trial Court Appointments are open to the public.  Meeting dates will be announced.  As of January 1, 2017, the new judge will be paid $147,175 annually.

San Carlos Apache Tribe
Position: Public Defender
Department: Office of the Public Defender
Closing Date: 8/5/16

Job Description:
As a Public Defender under the general direction of the San Carlos Apache Tribal Chairman and the general oversight of the Law & Order Committee, the Public Defender shall represent without charge, criminal defendants and parents or custodians in child protection cases as appointed by Judges of the Court with the consent of the defendant. In addition, represent juveniles charged with delinquency. The Public Defender shall take all necessary steps to investigate the facts to make sure each case is fairly represented. Shall prepare or assist in motions, memorandum of law, petitions and other legal documents. Deal with prosecution in the negotiation of pleas, which are fair on behalf of the clients. Recommend appropriate sentences for convicted offenders to the Court, repair and file appeals where warranted. Carry out department needs in order to protect the sovereignty and customs of the Tribe and rights of the people. Coordinate case investigation, preparation and courtroom presentation. Advise defendants of their rights and ensure they have a fair trial. Criminal and Juvenile Procedures, established by the San Carlos Apache Tribe Code of Indian Offenses and San Carlos Apache Tribal Court rules that pertain to defense and courtroom presentation of criminal and juvenile cases.

Contact: Deidre Antonio
Email: d.antonio@scat-nsn.gov

See full job description: San Carlos Public Defender

Native American Bar Association

Indian Law/Tribal Law Opportunities:

1. Ethics & Rules Committee – Three Affiliated Tribes, Mandan, ND (Open until filled)
2. Associate Judge – Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, Winnebago NE (Open until filled)
3. Legislative Director – Native American Contractors, Washington, DC (Open until filled)

Federal Opportunities:

1. Policy Analyst – Office of the Secretary of the Interior, Washington, DC

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

Other Opportunities:

1. Staff attorney – National Center for Law and Economic Justice, New York, NY (Open until filled)

All job application information is posted to the NNABA website at:
http://www.nativeamericanbar.org/job-postings-2/

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Tribal Center
Baraga, Michigan

Click here to download Assistant Tribal Attorney job description.

Click here to download Law Clerk job description.

For more information, see website: http://www.kbic-nsn.gov/?q=content/personnel

Indian Law and Clinic Faculty Position, Alexander Blewett III School of Law

Best place to live and teach in the U.S.: The Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana, the only law school in the state, anticipates hiring a full-time, tenure-track professor beginning in the 2017-2018 academic year to teach Indian law and other courses related to your practice experience, in addition to co-supervising the Margery Hunter Brown Indian Law Clinic. Located in a state with twelve Tribal Nations and seven reservations, we provide an opportunity to teach in a place where Indian law issues regularly arise. Our school’s mission emphasizes Indian law training, and the law school offers a Certificate in Indian Law. We are also committed to integrating theory with practice, making substantial practice experience in the areas to be taught particularly valuable. Situated in the recreational center of Western Montana, the law school has a vibrant faculty, a state-of-the-art facility, and a close connection with our students, the bench, and bar. Missoula is home to a wide range of renowned writers, artists, musicians and outdoor enthusiasts, in addition to being a wonderful place to raise a family. We encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, veterans, minorities, and other individuals historically underrepresented in the legal profession. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran’s Preference.

Tenure Track Faculty: Indian Law / Clinic Supervisor Position
Title: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor Position
Closing Date: Screening begins 8/22/2016; applications accepted until further notice or the position is filled

Schedule: Full time academic year position beginning fall semester 2017
Entry Rate: $80,000
Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, scholarship, and service, as set forth in the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana Faculty Handbook. Teaching duties include both courses and clinic supervision.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school;
• active bar membership and willingness to become a member of the Montana Bar;
• a superior academic background;
• substantial relevant practical experience in Indian Law;
• potential for effective teaching;
• potential for scholarship;
• ability to work with students in a clinical setting;
• the ability to work collegially with students, staff, faculty, and external constituencies of the law school; and
• creativity, resourcefulness, fairness, compassion, and initiative.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• experience advising, with respect to Indian law issues, in a transactional, agency, or litigation setting;
• ability to develop clients for the Margery Hunter Brown Indian Law Clinic;
• ability to communicate effectively with Indian tribes and peoples;
• ability to lead programmatic efforts; and
• interest in recruitment and mentoring of Native American students.

  For more information and to apply, please visit: http://bit.ly/1587law

Nez Perce Tribe
Staff Attorney
Closes: 8/19/16 (4:30 p.m.)

STAFF ATTORNEY with relevant experience with land, water rights, and personnel matters, preferably on behalf of Indian tribes or other governments.  The Office of Legal Counsel provides the full range of legal services to the Nez Perce Tribe (Tribe), in Lapwai, ID, and consists of 5 attorneys.  The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling litigation, transactional negotiations, project management, and strategic planning; be a team player, have sound judgment, accompanied by excellent research, writing and communications skills;  have the ability to analyze complex factual, legal, and policy issues; delve deeply into any area of law; and to respond to the wide array of legal issues that require prompt and accurate analysis on a day-to-day basis.  The Tribe offers an attractive compensation package, including medical and life insurance, 401(k) contribution, and a generous leave policy.

REQUIRED: JD degree, state bar member, 1 year legal practice, Idaho State Bar admission within 1 year of hire, valid driver’s license, insurable under the Tribe’s policy, provide 3 year motor vehicle report, pre-employment drug test.

A complete application includes: NPT application/resume: STAFF ATTORNEY HR-16-173, P.O. Box 365, Lapwai, ID 83540, by 4:30 pm., 8/19/16  (208) 843-7332  Tribal, Indian, Veteran preference applies. INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

For application information, click here: Staff Attorney HR-16-173

Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin
Assistant Tribal Attorney-CS, SS
Close Date: 8/3/2016 11:59:00 PM

The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin Legal Services Department currently seeks an Assistant Tribal Attorney-CS, SS. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and energetic attorney capable to perform work in child support and child welfare and other projects as assigned. The Assistant Tribal Attorney-CS, SS will work as part of a team to protect and preserve the best interests of Menominee children and families. The position is located in Keshena, Wisconsin. The successful candidate may be eligible for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) Program.

Job Description
The Assistant Tribal Attorney (ATA) shall work under and at the direction of the Director of Legal Services-Tribal Attorney (DLS-TA). The primary purpose of the position is providing legal services and representation to the Menominee Indian Tribe’s Social Service / Child Support Department. The ATA will also represent the interests of the Menominee Tribal Government, Menominee Tribal Administration, the Menominee Tribal programs and other Menominee Tribal government/programmatic interests as directed by the DLS-TA.

The position of ASSISTANT TRIBAL ATTORNEY-CS, SS in LEGAL SERVICES with the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin has been posted beginning 7/28/2016 12:00:00 AM with a Close Date of 8/3/2016 11:59:00 PM.

For more information, this posting can be viewed at the following link:
http://www.menominee-nsn.gov/Employment/Jobs.aspx