ATTORNEY POSITION
The Navajo Nation Department of Justice, Human Services and Government Unit (HSGU), is seeking an energetic and motivated staff attorney with 0 to 8 years of legal experience. HSGU primarily provides legal advice and representation to the Navajo Nation Executive Branch’s Divisions of Education, Health, Human Resources, General Services, Public Safety, and Social Services regarding a wide range of legal issues. From time to time, HSGU also provides legal advice to the legislative and judicial branches of the Navajo Nation. Some litigation and travel is expected. Salary is negotiable within the range of $54,000 to $87,000, depending on experience.
Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school. Legal experience concerning federal Indian law and Navajo law preferred. Ability to speak Navajo is a plus, but not required. Current Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah and Navajo bar licensure is preferred, though not required. A successful applicant who is not currently licensed must take the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah bar examination and the Navajo Nation bar examination at the next available opportunities. Applicants must have strong research, analytical and legal writing skills and work well with clients, who are employees of the Navajo Nation government.
Please direct applicant packets consisting of (1) Letter of Interest with current address, telephone numbers, and e-mail address; (2) Navajo Nation employment application; (2) resume; (3) recent legal writing sample; (4) copy of bar membership certificates, if any; and (5) law school graduation documents to Navajo Nation Department of Justice, Attention: Paul Spruhan, Assistant Attorney General, Human Services and Government Unit, P.O. Box 2010, Window Rock, AZ 86515, and to the Navajo Nation Department of Personnel Management, P.O. Box 7080, Window Rock, Arizona, 86515. Please visit www.nndpm.navajo.org/services.htm to obtain a copy of the Navajo Nation employment application. Applications will be accepted beginning June 21, 2010. For any questions, please contact Paul Spruhan at 928/871-6275.
The Navajo Nation Department of Justice complies with the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. This position is open until filled.
Tribal Attorney, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, Port Angeles, Washington
Description: Position as Associate General Counsel for on-reservation Office of General Counsel on beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Many fascinating and challenging issues. Great opportunity to help shape the development of the office and the Tribe’s strategic legal planning.
Qualifications: At least five years as a practicing attorney; Washington bar membership preferred; experience in civil litigation, Indian law, and tribal government.
Deadline: Open until filled; apply ASAP.
How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume with at least three references, and writing sample by e-mail to Stephen Suagee, General Counsel, at steve.suagee@elwha.nsn.us or by mail to: Stephen Suagee General Counsel Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe 2851 Lower Elwha Road Port Angeles, WA 98363
Website: http://www.wsba.org/jobs/new-jobs.htm
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE
Indian Law firm seeks attorney for associate position for its Phoenix metropolitan area office. Rosette & Associates is a boutique law firm specializing in the representation of Indian tribal governments, particularly in the areas of economic diversification and casino development. We offer competitive salaries and benefits. Our offices are located in Chandler, Arizona, San Francisco and Sacramento, California and Lansing, Michigan. More information about our firm is available at www.rosettelaw.com.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
– Bar admission.
– Strong academic and professional background.
– Transactional experience required.
– Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
– Skilled in the use of the MS Office Suite of software (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel).
– Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
– Excellent proofreading skills.
– Employee must be able to respect and adhere to the most rigid and strict rules of confidentiality.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
To apply, please submit your resume, a writing sample, references and a cover letter to rosetteSF@yahoo.com. If you graduated within the last seven years please include your transcript. Attachments should be in WORD or PDF format only. Principals only, please.
Sincerely,
Mary Hastings, Legal Secretary
Rosette & Associates, PC
565 W. Chandler Blvd, Suite 212
Chandler, Arizona 85225
480.889.8990 — Office
480.889.8997 — Fax
Date: 4/30/2010 2:02:38 PM
Contact: Cheri Potter, Human Resource Specialist
Employer: Quinault Indian Nation
Address1: 1214 Aalis Dr.
CityStateZip: Taholah, Wa 98587
Email: cpotter@quinault.org
Website: www.quinaultindiannation.com
Phone: (360) 276-8215 ext. 577
AcceptingCalls: Yes
JobTitle: Attorney General
Salary: DOQ
Hours: 40 hours per week
Description: The Quinault Indian Nation is recruiting for an experienced federal Indian law practitioner to serve as the in-house Quinault Attorney General responsible for the implementation and administration of legal services to the Quinault Tribal Government and it?s entities. This fulltime position is within the 7 member team comprising the Office of Reservation Attorney, under the executive branch of the Quinault government. Our office is located next to the confluence of the Quinault River into the Pacific Ocean on the pristine Quinault Reservation. To apply, please call Human Resources Specialist, Cheri Potter(360) 276-8215 ext. 577 or contact via cpotter@quinault.org. The Nation is a tribal member and Indian preference employer. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, and to explore the Nation?s website at: quinaultindiannation.com.
　　
Experience: Current Bar Members
Submit: Resume,Cover Letter,Writing Sample
SubmitOther: Interested applicants must submit an application, letter of interest, resume and writing sample to cpotter@quinault.org.
SendBy: Mail,Email
Deadline: May 18, 2010
Associate Litigation Attorney – Civil litigation firm seeking an associate litigation attorney with 5 or more years experience who is licensed in New Mexico. A legal services and Indian law background desirable but not mandatory, the salary is competitive with an excellent benefit package. All inquires are confidential. Please email or fax resumes to Georgia Miller at 505-242-2236; email: Georgia.Miller@jaaffiliates.com
DATE: February 9, 2010
JOB TITLE: SELF-GOVERNANCE LEGISLATIVE ASSOCIATE
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe
STATUS: Exempt, Full Time with Benefits
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for oversight of the Tribal Self-Governance program including related planning, budget, legislative and regulatory issues. Coordinates with relevant federal agencies regarding national policy issues which affect the implementation of Self-Governance at the Tribal level. Performs other duties to support the CEO on general Tribal legislative advocacy and monitoring of federal and state American Indian and Alaska Native issues. Duties include preparation of correspondence, position papers, background documents, talking points and reports, organization and maintenance of related issue files and communication with Tribal government representatives and national, regional, state, inter-Tribal and Tribal organizations. Expected to ensure that all goals and objectives within the BIA/IHS Self-Governance Project are met, and monitor budget and relevant legislative/regulatory progress. WiIl coordinate with Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Planning, and other Tribal Departments in the identification of all BIA/IHS monies (other federal agencies as required) including contract support costs associated with programs, services, activities or functions which are available, and appropriate for inclusion in the Tribal BIA/IHS Self-Governance Compact(s) and Annual Funding Agreement(s). Must provide and coordinate annual Self-Governance funding information as it relates to the Tribal/BIA and IHS negotiations. Will act as liaison with other Self-Governance Tribes for general communication and generate new ideas, ensure uniformity and establish working relationship that will benefit the Self-Governance program internally and on the national level. This may include participation in the Technical Workgroup meetings of the respective BIA and IHS Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee(s), and other duties as assigned by CEO. Frequent travel may be required at times to participate in various meetings, workgroups and conferences. A complete job description is available at www.jamestowntribe.org.
From: Bessie O’Rourke Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2010 9:05 AMTo: Bessie O’RourkeSubject: Please spread the word re attorney jobs
Dear All,
My office is still looking for someone who wants to be an assistant borough attorney, in Barrow. There may be two positions opening up, but we are now hiring for a contracts and real estate-focused position. (Later this year there may be another position which would be focused on environment and natural resources, which we have also started advertising for.)
I am having a heck of a time hiring, so thought I would just write people I know and ask you to spread the word, in case there are people you know, or people you know who may know people who may know people……who could be interested. (We are also using different ads, in papers, schools, bar associations, other associations, other municipalities, other agencies who must hire for the more remote parts of Alaska, etc.)
Depending on the candidate, we are willing to work with people who have less than two years experience practicing law, and who have to take the Alaska bar after they get here. The assistant attorney positions pay $110,964. The Borough pays relocation expenses up to a given max, has good insurance benefits, leave benefits, and PERS.
The work I think is interesting and varied, the staff is friendly and collaborative, and the town, the region and the indigenous and other cultures make life here different than on the road system. You know I like it. People who want to try something different should check it out.
Any referrals would be so helpful. Anyone interested is welcome to call or email me. Thanks.
Bessie
Bessie O’Rourke
Borough Attorney
North Slope Borough
Attorney Jobs in DOJ, Civil Rights Division
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Trial Attorney, Employment Litigation Section 10-ATT-001 Closes 3/02/10
Trial Attorney, Education Section 10-ATT-002 Closes 3/18/10
Deputy Chief, Criminal Section 10-ATT-003 Closes 2/11/10
Trial Attorney, Criminal Section 10-ATT-004 Closes 2/18/10
Attorney Position Available
January 19, 2010
ATTORNEY POSITION Experienced litigation attorney wanted for general practice law office. Full time position with a minimum of six years experience in the areas of Indian law, Water law, Natural Resources, and Oil and Gas. Candidate must be a member of the NM State Bar. Exceptional organizational and professional skills required. Please email resume, references, salary requirements and writing samples to: Bruno.m adrid@jaaffiliates.com or fax to 505-242-2236.