Kenaitze Indian Tribe Kenai , AK 99611
Posted 3 weeks ago
Staff Attorney
Dept./Program: Executive Office
Division: Executive Office
Reports To: Executive Director
Employment Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: Exempt
Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638
Revision Date: 09/11/2018
Job Summary
The Staff Attorney is responsible for researching and interpreting Federal, State and Tribal government policies, regulations, ordinances, laws and publications and compiling reports for the Executive Director and Tribal Council. This position is responsible for overseeing requests for government to government consultations, and providing guidance to the Executive Director in planning the Tribe's self-governance strategies, goals, initiatives and structure in alignment with the Tribe's values and vision. The Staff Attorney will lead the Tribal Government support staff in Tribal Council business to include, but not limited to, meeting planning; logistical support; agenda and meeting packet preparation; recording and taking of minutes, etc.
Essential Functions
Regulatory advisor working with Tribal Council, administration and staff on day-to-day matters as they arise, including policy review and development, personnel and contracts
Assist Tribal Council in drafting resolutions, ordinances, policies and revisions to the Constitution
Legal advisor to Tribal Council during annual negotiations of its Compact and Funding Agreement with IHS, the BIA, and other funding agencies
Review grant submissions and funding plans for legal and risk analysis
High quality and timely legal advice to Tribal Council and Executive Director
Manages all work and relationships with outside and special outside counsel in consultation with the Executive Director
All external proceedings are dealt with to high standards of quality and within agreed time-scales and budgets
Resilient and able to deliver under pressure. Thoroughly organized in a constantly changing environment. Able to prioritize and re-prioritizes workloads as necessary
Takes full ownership of tasks and responsibilities. Demonstrates focused determination to complete work on time. Demonstrates personal flexibility and commitment to get the job done
Responsible for assisting Tribal Council and the Executive Director with governance, strategic, and annual planning
Works with the Executive Director on review and response to requests for Tribal consultations
Provides support to activities in the Executive Office, collaborating with staff throughout the programs
Collaborate with staff to ensure the Tribe's representation at essential local, state and federal Self-Governance meetings, and activities
Participates in development of policy campaigns and other project work planning. Assists in development of policy priorities at Federal, state and local levels
Works in a confidential capacity in accordance with the Tribe's policy
Review Government publications, Government Laws and Policy initiatives
Complete timely short and long-term research and analysis of legislation, budgets, health policies and services, and is responsible for drafting and disseminating communications and presentations to the Tribal Council and the Executive Director
Supervise the Tribal Government Legal Assistant and provides oversight of effective and efficient Tribal Council and Committee/Commission support in all elements of meeting planning, execution and follow up
It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.
Working Conditions
Lifting Requirements
Physical Requirements
OSHA Categories
Travel
Local
In-State
Out-of-State
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with Alaska Native Tribes or Native Organizations
Experience working with Governmental Agencies
Experience working in state, federal and tribal legislative processes is highly desired
Experience in writing summaries and interpretation of governmental initiatives, regulations and laws
Experience in Public Speaking
License/Certification
Valid Alaska Driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
Alaska Bar License
Preferred
Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
Must be familiar with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe community
Knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native/American Indian people
Willingness to learn the language, culture and history of the Dena'ina people.
Special Skills
The ability to effectively write and edit documents, meeting notes, memoranda, and briefings.
Ability to show a high level of discernment and strict confidentiality according to ethical standards as written in the Tribe's Code of Conduct and Tribal Policy
Ability to form and maintain positive/proactive work relationships with a wide variety of people, agencies and personalities as a representative of the office of the Executive Director.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Confidence, sound judgement and self-reliance
Experience in interpreting legislation into practical application
Experience in training and communicating legal requirements and procedures
Strong analytical skills and experience of analysing complex issues
Be proficient in Microsoft Office products.
This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.
Kenaitze Indian Tribe