Rosette, LLP
Attorneys at Law
Indian Law Attorney (0-3 years)
www.rosettelaw.com

Rosette LLP is a majority-Indian owned and operated law firm providing legal services to federally-recognized Indian tribes and their governmental entities and agencies nationwide.

We are currently seeking an attorney for the Firm’s Chandler office, in Arizona, who has zero to 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates must be a member in good standing of at least the Arizona Bar. Preference will be given to attorneys who are licensed in multiple jurisdictions, as well as those who have an established commitment to protecting the interests of federally-recognized Indian Tribes and matters involving Native American heritage, as well as a keen interest and experience in Federal Indian law including in the areas of litigation (in tribal, state and federal courts), transactional law, gaming law, internal tribal governance matters, lobbying, water law and/environmental law.

Please respond to this job posting with your cover letter, resume and writing sample via email to: Christian Cienfuegos at: ccienfuegos@rosettelaw.com.

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DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.
Director of Development

Requirements
At least 5 years non-profit resource development experience, including grassroots fund-raising, direct mail, and special events. Proven success in grant research and writing.  In-depth understanding of DNA’s client community. Ability to communicate and disseminate information about DNA’s services, mission and accomplishments to both legal professionals and our client community. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; excellent organizational skills. Strong computer experience including ability to use fund-raising software, and ability to conduct grant source, foundation and prospect research over the internet. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking. Strong management and supervisory skills. Reports directly to the Executive Director.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to bbenavidez@dnalegalservices.org. DNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and follows the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

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DNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and follows the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.
Human Resource Director Job Description

Qualifications:
Required:
Knowledge of employment law (such as appropriate interview questions to ask, Navajo Preference in Employment Act, US Dept of Labor regulations, state labor regulations). Bachelors’ degree or higher in a relevant field.  Past experience designing and implementing policies/procedures for programs, projects, or an organization as a whole.  2 years’ experience successfully and independently managing a staff, having consistently demonstrated compassion, creativity in solving interpersonal issues, but also a willingness to be authoritative. Cross-cultural competence. Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Positive references (self-provided or independently gathered), including past supervisees. Demonstrated commitment to public service.

Preferred:
Legal education and/or practice preferred.  Willingness to learn and apply cultural dispute resolution techniques, such as Navajo k’e and Peacemaking, and Hopi Kyav’tsi. Experience working within a non-profit organization. Work from Window Rock DNA office.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to bbenavidez@dnalegalservices.org.
DNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and follows the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

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The Office of Attorney General is now hiring an Assistant Attorney General IV, Health, with at least eight years of relevant experience, including experience in health law.  The Office of Attorney General represents the interests of the Tohono O’odham Nation in tribal, state, and federal venues.

The Nation offers generous benefits including paid holidays, sick and annual leave, low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.  Applicants must pass a background check.  Send resume, legal writing sample, and three references to Acting Attorney General Laura Berglan via email at laura.berglan@tonation-nsn.gov.

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians

Position: Staff Attorney-Legal Department
(1 – Full Time – Contractual)

Summary: The Tribal Staff Attorney is a member of the Tribe’s unified Legal Department. The principal duty of the Tribal Staff Attorney is to provide in-house legal services to the Tribe. The duties and obligations of the Tribal Staff Attorney are primarily governed by the Tribe’s Unified Legal Department Act of 2015.

Employment Qualifications: A qualified candidate offers the following:
• J.D. Degree from an ABA-accredited law school; and
• one or more years of law practice experience with a law firm, legal department, non-profit, or legal services organization; and
• a working knowledge of Federal Indian Law; and
• a current license to practice law in any U.S. state.
• If not licensed in Michigan, must obtain license to practice law in Michigan and in the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Court within six months of hire.

Pay Grade: E8
Hiring Range: $75,545 – $100,182
Status: Exempt; Contracted, Bi-Weekly pay

Application Instructions:
Obtain an application form and a copy of the position description by contacting Human Resources at:
LRBOI HR Department, 2608 Government Center Dr, Manistee, MI 49660
phone: (231) 398-6859; Email: jobs@lrboi-nsn.gov ; www.lrboi-nsn.gov

To apply, please submit completed application, cover letter and resume (please include license number), no later than 5 p.m. on April 12, 2016 to:
LRBOI HR Department, 2608 Government Center Dr, Manistee, MI 49660
fax: (231) 398-9101; Email: jobs@lrboi-nsn.gov

Conditions of employment with the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Government include: passing a pre-employment drug test and background investigation. Candidates for this position will be required to have dependable transportation available to them without notice. For further information, please contact the LRBOI HR Department.

Current judicial vacancies include:

Superior Court in Pima County
Judge
Commissioner

Superior Court in Pinal County
Judge

Tempe Municipal Court
Presiding Judge

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community

The Office of Tribal Attorney advises and represents the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community in Federal, Swinomish and State courts. The Office of Tribal Attorney has seven attorneys and four legal assistants, and provides legal services covering a broad range of Tribal government, economic development, natural resource and Federal Indian law issues. The Office’s practice includes legal advice, document drafting and collaboration with a wide range of Swinomish policy committees, departments and entities, with work including contract preparation and review; drafting ordinances; economic development activities; intergovernmental issues; treaty hunting and fishing rights and management; reservation lands governance and management; water rights, environmental protection, Indian gaming, housing and utilities, among other areas.

Application: Submit the following: Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Employment Application (you may request this application via email); cover letter including salary preference, along with current resume, the names and contact information for at least 3 professional references, and a writing sample to:

Wendy A. Otto
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community
11404 Moorage Way
La Conner. Washington 98257
Tel: (360) 466-1134
Fax: ( 360) 466-5309
E-mail: wotto@swinomish.nsn.us

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Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe
Division: Legal
Job Code: 22-1011
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Deadline: Open Until Filled

Description of position:
Under the direction of Tribal Council, General Counsel is responsible for legal advice, representation, assistance and support to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, its government, departments and enterprises. General Counsel represents the Tribe in all aspects of tribal government, including, but not limited to, Commercial Transactions, Contracts, Gaming, application of environment and natural resources laws and other federal laws relating to Tribal and reservation agencies and enterprises, federal-state jurisdiction issues, taxation issues, economic development, construction law, employment law, federal administrative proceedings, Tribal court jurisdiction issues, hunting and fishing rights and tribal taxation law and policy. General Counsel advises Tribal Council on intergovernmental agreements, drafting ordinances and resolutions, advises tribal agencies such as social services, police department, and tribal enterprises, drafts leases and other commercial documents. The General Counsel is responsible for the administration of all assignments to the staff of the Office of the General Counsel including planning, development and legal strategy of all assignments and directives of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council.

Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses) and proof of native preference eligibility (Status Card or letter) by email to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.

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Rosette LLP is a majority-Indian owned and operated law firm providing legal services to federally-recognized Indian tribes and their governmental entities and agencies nationwide.

We are seeking an attorney for the Firm’s Folsom Office, in Northern California, who has zero to 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates must be a member in good standing of at least the California Bar. Preference will be given to attorneys who are licensed in multiple jurisdictions, as well as those who have established commitment to protecting the interests of federally-recognized Indian Tribes and matters involving Native American heritage, as well as a keen interest and experience in Federal Indian law including the areas of litigation (in tribal, state and federal courts), transactional law, gaming law, internal tribal governance matters, lobbying, water law and/environmental law.

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Please respond with resume, writing sample and cover letter via e-mail to:
Marianne Galli at: mgalli@rosettelaw.com