Prosecutor - Little River Band Of Ottawa Indians

Indian Preference applies in accordance with Ordinance #15-600-02

Summary: This position serves as the chief law enforcement officer responsible for the prosecution of violations of the Tribe?s Constitution, criminal laws, conservation laws, ordinances, regulations, and resolutions in Tribal Court. The incumbent acts independently, exercising his/her own prosecutorial discretion. Start date to be December 2024.

Employment Qualifications: Minimum Necessary Qualifications

A qualified candidate offers the following:

• J. D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• A license to practice law in the State of Michigan.
• Previous litigation experience in a tribal court system.
• A minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience, prior criminal law experience is preferred.
• A demonstrated understanding of the ICWA and the MIFPA, prior experience in the child welfare system is preferred

Duties and Responsibilities:

Other Skill and Abilities:

During the course of employment, the employee will consistently utilize and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, strong project management skills, strong presentation skills, strong reasoning and judgment skills, strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, a heightened attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to work cooperatively with other departments, the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct supervision of legal staff. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, rewarding and disciplining of subordinates, in addition to planning, assigning and directing work.

Physical Demands:

Sitting for long periods of time, frequent walking, and occasional reaching, bending, kneeling, or stretching is to be expected. The nature of the work also involves manual dexterity to operate office equipment and while keyboarding. An employee will need normal, or corrected to normal range of sight and hearing and will carry work related materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in a climate-controlled office environment. The employee?s work schedule may periodically need to be flexible and adjusted according to business need. The employee must be able to effectively handle stressful and compromising situations while remaining focused and professional, as well as be able to deal with difficult people without losing perspective. Occasional overnight or local travel will be necessary to attend meetings or trainings.

Application Instructions:

Obtain an application form (fillable online) on the Tribe?s website www.lrboi-nsn.gov (under ?Employment? heading) or a copy of the position description by contacting Human Resources at:
LRBOI HR Department, 2608 Government Center Dr., Manistee, MI 49660
Phone: (231) 398-6859; Email: apply@lrboi-nsn.gov ATTN: HR

To apply: Please submit completed application, and a copy of Tribal ID Front/back (if applicable); to:
LRBOI HR Department, 2608 Government Center Dr., Manistee, MI 49660
Fax: (231) 331-1233; Email: apply@lrboi-nsn.gov .

Conditions of employment with Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Government includes superior performance in the selection process, including but not limited to all of the following; any pre- employment interviews, skills testing, credentialing, drug screening, background investigations, reference checks and previous work history, passing a pre-employment drug test and background investigation, possession of a valid Driver?s License throughout employment and being insurable under the Tribe?s insurance policy, and successfully completing a ninety (90) day introductory period.

For further information, please contact the LRBOI HR Department