Squaxin Island Tribe

The Legal Department advises and represents the Squaxin Island Tribe in Federal, Squaxin Island and State courts and in administrative proceedings.  The Department’s practice includes legal advice; document drafting and collaboration with a wide range of Squaxin Island policy committees, departments and entities; contract preparation and review; drafting ordinances; economic development; intergovernmental issues; treaty hunting and fishing rights and management; reservation lands governance and management; water rights; environmental protection; Indian gaming; and housing and utilities.

For full job description and application submission, click here: http://squaxinisland.org/staff-attorney/

The Office of Government Relations is seeking candidates for the City of Portland Tribal Liaison position. A primary objective is to assist the City Council and all City bureaus to strengthen relationships and coordinate overall policy development with Tribal Governments and the American Indian/ Alaska Native community in Portland. The position acts as a primary point of contact for City Council and all city bureaus and offices, and convenes the Portland Native American Advisory Commission. In addition to formalizing ongoing relationships with tribal governments and the urban Indian community, this person will provide access to expertise on tribal history, treaties, sovereignty, self-governance, protocols, customs and traditions, natural resources, relevant economic enterprises and cultural properties. The Tribal Liaison will report to the Director of Government Relations and hold a full-time position within the Office of Government Relations.

Closing Date: 7/10/17 4:30 pm

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Blackfeet Tribe

In House Staff-Attorney. Will represent the Tribe in administrative and civil litigation proceedings in federal, state and tribal forums. Primarily responsible for general litigation matters, employment relations, legislative advocacy, and assisting tribal programs.  It is preferred that an applicant have at least five (5) years experience in the practice of law.  The applicant must be licensed in the State of Montana and produce a Certificate of Good Standing with the Montana State Bar. The applicant should have demonstrated interest and knowledge of federal Indian Law, administrative law, and trial advocacy.  The position requires personal integrity and the ability to produce timely and accurate written work.  Salary will be negotiable.  Applicant must submit to a criminal background check and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Please send a resume, three (3) references, and a short writing sample to Blackfeet Legal Department, P.O. Box 849, Browning, MT, 59417-7777 or email blackfeetlegal@gmail.com.  The position will remain open until filled.  If you have questions or need further information, please contact the Blackfeet Legal Department at (406) 338-7777.

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