Job Opportunity – Assistant General Counsel

OPENING DATE: 11/09/15
CLOSING DATE: 12/08/15 11:59 PM
Salary: $118,122.00 – $174,233.00 Annually

DEFINITION:
This position will primarily provide legal advice to the Community’s Treasury Department and the Community’s Risk Management and Benefit Committees.  Primary consideration will be given to applicants who have experience in tribal taxation, employee benefit plans, self-funded insurance plans, and risk management. Applicants must have experience and knowledge of the IRS Code, ACA, ERISA, and other relevant federal, state, and tribal laws.
Under general supervision of the General Counsel, provides legal review and advice to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC or Community) government. Ensures that applicable laws are followed so that tribal sovereignty is protected and enhanced.  Provides assistance to avoid or prevent expensive legal disputes and litigation and protects the Community’s legal interests. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Application instructions: To apply or view full job description go to www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment *Resumes alone will not be accepted. Apply before closing date 12/08/2015