Tribal Sovereignty & Governance Counsel

Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizen Potawatomi Nation in Shawnee, OK seeks a Tribal Attorney to perform the duties of tribal attorney general, representing tribal departments, courts, and enterprises; reviewing contracts, personnel matters, asset protection, and administrative hearings. The role requires a JD and bar license, plus at least 3 years of tribal government experience, and on-site work at the Tribal Headquarters.

The position involves advising tribal leaders on legal rights and obligations, overseeing the Legal

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with the public.
• Jurist Doctorate required from ABA-approved law school.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and legal documents.
• Represent the Nation before tribal, federal, and state courts and agencies.
• Assist in preparation of laws and regulations for the Nation.
• Provide legal research and advisory services to the Judicial and Executive Branches.
• Oversee daily operations of the Legal Department and assist in governance matters.
• Must work on-site at Tribal Headquarters and participate in festival duties as needed.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Education

Juris Doctorate (ABA-approved)

Job description

Citizen Potawatomi Nation in Shawnee, OK seeks a Tribal Attorney to perform the duties of tribal attorney general, representing tribal departments, courts, and enterprises; reviewing contracts, personnel matters, asset protection, and administrative hearings. The role requires a JD and bar license, plus at least 3 years of tribal government experience, and on-site work at the Tribal Headquarters.

The position involves advising tribal leaders on legal rights and obligations, overseeing the Legal