Tribal Prosecutor

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Tribal Center; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community is seeking a qualified attorney to assist the Tribal Council, provide legal advice, draft documents, conduct research, and represent the council in court on matters including treaty rights, taxation, environmental issues, employment, Indian gaming and civil regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from an accredited law school, is or will be admitted to the Michigan Bar, is eligible for federal bar admission, has knowledge of Indian law, and can work

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan, or commit to secure membership within one year of employment.
• Eligible for admission to practice before the Federal Bar, or commitment to secure such eligibility.
• General knowledge of law with emphasis on applicable current case law, statutes and regulations relating to Indian tribes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, must work effectively with other people at a variety of ages and levels, competency in various computer programs, and able to work independently to get a project completed.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License and be insurable to drive fleet vehicles.
• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory clearance in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Act Background Investigations Policy.
• Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory result of a Security Background Check, pre-employment drug testing, and pre-employment physical.

Responsibilities

• Assist the prosecutor for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and perform general in-house duties for the Tribal Council as directed.
• Provide legal advice and assistance to the Tribal Council, administrators, program and enterprise directors/managers.
• Prepare legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Act as agent of the Tribal Council in various transactions.
• Provide counsel and representation regarding issues such as: treaty rights, taxation, environmental, employment, Indian gaming and civil regulations.
• Represent Tribal Council in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies.
• Provides legal counsel and representation on Indian Child Welfare matters.
• Maintain and revise the Tribal Code. Draft, review, revise and act as a consultant in regard to legal codes and legislation.
• Review contracts for legal sufficiency.
• Advise committees relative to economic and financial development, environmental concerns, employee benefits and employment policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Tribal Attorney.

Skills

Legal research

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Computer literacy

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited Law School

Job description

Opened Oct 30, 2026 Closing Jan 1, 2027 Organization Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Tribal Center Locations Baraga, MI

Skills & Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Juris Doctor from an accredited Law School
• Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan, or commit to secure membership within one year of employment.
• Eligible for admission to practice before the Federal Bar, or commitment to secure such eligibility.
• General knowledge of law with emphasis on applicable current case law, statutes and regulations relating to Indian tribes. Knowledge of and experience with the operation of court systems. Individuals with experience in Indian law and litigation are preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, must work effectively with other people at a variety of ages and levels, competency in various computer programs, and able to work independently to get a project completed.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License and be insurable to drive fleet vehicles.
• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory clearance in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Act Background Investigations Policy.
• Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory result of a Security Background Check, pre-employment drug testing, and pre-employment physical.

INDIAN PREFERENCE :

Preference will be given to qualified individuals of American Indian descent.

VETERAN PREFERENCE :

Preference will also be given to qualified Veterans who do not have bad conduct or dishonorable discharges (DD214 required).

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist the prosecutor for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and perform general in-house duties for the Tribal Council as directed.
• Provide legal advice and assistance to the Tribal Council, administrators, program and enterprise directors/managers.
• Prepare legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Act as agent of the Tribal Council in various transactions.
• Provide counsel and representation regarding issues such as: treaty rights, taxation, environmental, employment, Indian gaming and civil regulations.
• Represent Tribal Council in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies.
• Provides legal counsel and representation on Indian Child Welfare matters.
• Maintain and revise the Tribal Code. Draft, review, revise and act as a consultant in regard to legal codes and legislation.
• Review and assist in revision of personnel manuals, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with tribal and applicable federal laws.
• Review contracts for legal sufficiency.
• Advise committees relative to economic and financial development, environmental concerns, employee benefits and employment policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Tribal Attorney.

Salary & Benefits

• Contracted (Negotiable – Dependent on work experience)