Associate Legal Counsel

Pechanga Band of Indians

Temecula (CA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

A Tribal government in Temecula is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal services to the Tribal Council, addressing legal issues and representing the Tribe. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor Degree, California Bar license, and experience in American Indian law. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

Must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in American Indian law.
Strong written and oral advocacy skills required.
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice to the Tribal Council.
Enhance and protect the Tribe's sovereignty.
Draft legislation, ordinances, and resolutions.

Skills

American Indian law

Employment law

Administrative law

Legal research

Oral advocacy skills

Written advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

California Bar license

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The Associate General Counsel will work in the Office of the General Counsel under the direct supervision of the General Counsel for the Pechanga Band of Indians.The Associate General Counsel will work with the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel to provide legal services, representation and advice on legal issues confronting the Tribal Government, its entities and enterprises; provide guidance and assistance to Tribal Government departments; and provide limited service to tribal members in matters relating to tribal status.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide legal advice and assistance to the Tribal Council on legal issues as needed.
Enhance and protect the Tribes sovereignty, jurisdiction, and authority.
Provide a broad range of legal services such as, but not limited to contract law, employment law, administrative law, tribal jurisdiction, environmental law, cultural resource preservation, and child welfare.
Representation in administrative proceedings.
Work with the General Counsel and Tribal Council, to draft Tribal legislation, ordinances, resolutions, administrative rules and regulations and other documents and instruments.
Advise tribal government, environmental, finance, fire, law enforcement, water departments and other governmental departments as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must possess Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school.
Must be a Member of the California state Bar and licensed to practice law in the state of California.
Must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in all aspects of American Indian law, with knowledge and experience in employment law, Intellectual Property, Indian Child Welfare Act, gaming law, contracts and litigation. Knowledge and experience in environmental and natural resources law.
Tribal, State and Federal experience dealing with Tribal Cultural/Sacred Site protection issues.
Ability to conduct legal and general research that is accurate and thorough.
Ability to provide accurate, useful, and understandable information and reliable legal advice.
Excellent capacity to organize and establish priorities.
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and meet firm deadlines.
Strong written and oral advocacy skills required.
This position must comply with the Pechanga Tribal Government’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy. This includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident or injury, and random testing.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation

BENEFITS:

The Pechanga Band offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package for all full-time employees. Benefits include the following:

Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick and Holiday pay
Retirement - 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match
Health & Wellness Coverage - Medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and Long-Term Disability - Employer paid life and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent care reimbursement accounts
Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment(AD&D) Insurance
Supplemental Coverage – Disability, Accident, Cancer, Life, and Hospital Confinement
Legal Shield and Identity Shield
Pet Insurance
Education Reimbursement Opportunities – For pre-approved specific, job related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Face-to-face counseling, Legal assistance, Financial assistance, ID recovery, Tobacco cessation, Dependent care and Daily living resources, and Crisis consultation