Paralegal

Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska; Winnebago (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska's Winnebago Tribal Court is seeking a Paralegal to support the Presenting Officer and Prosecuting Attorney in child abuse and adult criminal cases. You will perform legal research, draft documents, and manage files under supervision.

The position requires a paralegal or legal secretary credential or degree, familiarity with ICWA, and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include attending hearings, preparing subpoenas, and coordinating with witnesses and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree with Paralegal/Legal Secretary certification preferred.
• Equivalent relevant legal experience considered.
• Familiarity with ICWA and social services experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend court proceedings, draft orders and legal documents.
• Receive, catalog, file and disseminate legal correspondence.
• Coordinate and perform legal research.
• Prepare subpoenas and organize exhibits for trial.
• Maintain legal files and assist with filing pleadings.
• Schedule witnesses and manage hearings.

Skills

Paralegal cert

ICWA knowledge

Legal drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Tools

Solid Circle

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness resources

Closes: 10/23/2026

Paralegal

Reports to: Court Administrator

Salary (Grade): $26.32/hr

Status: Reg. Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Location: Winnebago Tribal Court, Winnebago NE 68071

Job Purpose & Position Overview

Under the direction of the Presenting Officer and Prosecuting Attorney, serves as liaison to tribal members in child abuse, neglect and sexual abuse and adult criminal matters. cases, and provides legal research and clerical assistance to Presenting Officer and Prosecuting Attorney.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values
• Attend all court proceedings, take comprehensive notes, and draft all court orders or other required legal documents from said proceedings
• Receive, catalog, file and disseminate all legal correspondence
• Retrieve documents as requested
• Coordinate and perform legal research
• Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes and documents
• With presenting officer and prosecuting attorney, draft, proofread and check petitions/complaints, documents and correspondence for accuracy
• Prepare reports, correspondence, declarations, affidavits and other legal documents as necessary
• Organize and maintain legal files and documents in paper or electronic form using Solid Circle
• Assist the Presenting Officer and Prosecuting Attorney in preparing for trial by performing tasks such as preparing subpoenas and organizing exhibits, drafting witness list and other legal assistance.
• Assist the Presenting Office and Prosecuting Attorney in filing pleadings with court, file and coordinate/monitor the service of all orders/documents to the court and the necessary parties
• Assist the Presenting Officer and Prosecuting Attorney in investigating facts of cases and search pertinent sources
• Phone and schedule witnesses to testify at hearings
• Maintain and monitor calendar for hearings
• Screens calls, visitors, and mail and routes accordingly.
• Duties listed are only an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.
• Work with Probation and Pre-Trial Services in client management
• Coordinate with the Victim Advocate with victim needs

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree with Paralegal/Legal Secretary certification preferred. Will consider candidates with equivalent relevant legal experience; Familiarity with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and experience with programs or operations in the Social Services fields a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Training Requirements:

• As Directed by management

Physical Requirements:

• Normal office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
• While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

Mental Requirements:

• Reading, writing, calculating
• Above average social interaction skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with minimal to no supervision

Language Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & registrations:

• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.