Deputy Prosecutor (TI-41944)

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation; Nespelem (WA); On-site; USD 70,243 - 79,060; Full time

Job summary

The Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation is looking for a Deputy Prosecutor in Nespelem, WA. This role is essential for ensuring proper legal representation in various hearings before the Colville Tribal Court.

Minimum qualifications include a law degree, membership in the Washington State Bar, and at least four years of experience. The position offers a salary range of $50.99 - $57.39 per hour, depending on experience, and is open until filled.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Attorney must be a member of the Washington State Bar Association.
• Minimum of four years of previous attorney work.
• Requires license to practice law in Washington State.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper representation in criminal proceedings and hearings.
• Represent the Tribes in the Healing to Wellness Court.
• Handle appellate cases before the Colville Tribal Court of Appeals.

Skills

Knowledge of Federal Indian Law

Effective communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Human relations skills

Education

Graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association

Member of Washington State Bar Association

Job description

Job Details

Location: Nespelem, Washington (Nespelem - Nespelem, WA 99155)

Salary Range: $50.99 - $57.39 per hour, DOE

Closing Date: Open until filled

Position: Deputy Prosecutor

Reports to: Managing Prosecutor's Office

Basic Functions

This exempt position is responsible for ensuring proper representation is given to the Tribes in criminal proceedings, MINOC proceedings, Range lmpoundment hearings, Natural Resource Enforcement hearings, and a variety of civil infraction hearings before the Colville Tribal Court. The Deputy Prosecutor will represent the Tribes in the Healing to Wellness Court and in appellate cases before the Colville Tribal Court of Appeals.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Attorney must be a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the Colville Tribal Bar in good standing throughout employment.
• Attorney is admitted to practice before all Washington State Courts and the United States District Court.
• Minimum of four (4) years of previous attorney work; preference given for prior experience in criminal law, dependency, prosecution, and/or Indian Law.
• Requires license to practice law in Washington State, ability to pass the Colville Tribes Bar within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Washington State Driver License required.
• Ability to exercise due diligence and adhere to the ethical standards of the WSBA Rules of Professional Conduct.

Education and Training

• Graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Attorney must be a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the Colville Tribal Bar in good standing throughout employment.
• Attorney is admitted to practice before all Washington State Courts and the United States District Court.
• Minimum of four (4) years of previous attorney work; preference given for prior experience in criminal law, dependency, prosecution, and/or Indian Law.
• Requires license to practice law in Washington State, ability to pass the Colville Tribes Bar within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Washington State Driver License.
• Ability to exercise due diligence and adhere to the ethical standards of the WSBA Rules of Professional Conduct.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of areas of Federal Indian Law.
• Knowledge of cultural competence or willingness to learn, understand, appreciate, and adapt to the Tribal Court environment and Indian culture.
• Understanding how advocacy may differ within the context of the Colville Tribal Court versus Anglo Court systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of criminal and MINOC procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products to create documents.
• Knowledge of the Colville Tribe Law and Order Code or willingness to learn, understand, appreciate, and adapt to the Code.
• Working knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment, including filing systems, receptionist and telephone techniques, and letter/report writing.
• Business mathematics skills to compute sums and statistics.
• Strong command of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading/editing for professional correspondence.
• Human relations skills to present a positive image of the department, convey technical information to others, and use patience and sensitivity in dealing with a diverse population that can be hostile and confrontational.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work as a team player with varying levels of professionals.
• Ability to learn and utilize Indian Law as it relates to MINOC proceedings, criminal matters, and jurisdictional issues in Indian Country.
• Capability to manage a large caseload.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.
• Ability to work with other courts, law enforcement, legal offices, and the public.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to work as a contributing member of a team and collaborate productively.
• Computer literacy to produce correspondence and reports, including typing accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of private and sensitive information, including a willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement.
• Capacity to work varying flexible and extended hours, and to function in a high‑stress, multi‑tasking environment.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, operate microcomputers, use a keyboard and pointing device, lift a minimum of twenty (20) pounds, and perform tasks requiring near vision and auditory communication.
• Successful clearance of a criminal background inquiry with no violations, maintaining clearance throughout employment.

Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre‑employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post‑accident drug testing.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

If required, the position holder must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance. This position may also be subject to pre‑employment background clearances; if applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P. O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, [e-mail], Phone number 509-634-2201