EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
These jobs can also be found at nativeamericanbar.org/job-postings/
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Department of Justice Attorney Vacancy announcements can be found at
http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html
Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP
Position Title: Associate Attorney
Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP is a nationwide law firm dedicated to the representation of American
Indian tribes and organizations. We represent tribes and tribal entities in a wide spectrum of services
including business transactions, litigation and governmental affairs, in many forums, including state,
federal, and tribal courts.
We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 1 – 5 years of tribal and federal Indian law
practice for our Rapid City, South Dakota office.
Minimum qualifications include:
 Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school
 Status as an active member in good standing of the bar with any state jurisdiction
 One to five years of experience working with Indian tribes or tribal entities on a wide array of
legal issues such as business transitions, housing, education, finance, gaming, government
affairs, litigation, energy, natural resources and taxation
 Familiarity with tribal and federal Indian law
 Excellent analytical, research and writing abilities
 Ability to work well independently and as a team in a fast paced environment
 Willingness and ability to travel frequently to attend client meetings and court or administrative
hearings at locations throughout North Dakota and South Dakota
 Proven skills in effectively communicating with Tribal clients, opposing co-counsel and
federal/state/tribal agency representatives
Your contributions are rewarded with a “Total Compensation” Package including a competitive salary,
bonus potential and excellent benefits.
Send your resume today with a cover letter, salary requirements, writing sample, professional references
and law school transcripts, if graduated within the last 5 years to:
Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources
ahacker@ndnlaw.com
3610 N 163rd Plaza
Omaha, NE 68116
Position is open until September 27, 2013
Department of Ethnic Studies, University of Colorado Boulder
Position Title: Assistant Professor in American Indian/Indigenous Studies Search
The Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenuretrack assistant professor position in American Indian/Indigenous Studies to begin in Fall 2014. In line
with building our newly established Ph.D program in Comparative Ethnic Studies, we welcome
comparative, interdisciplinary, and intersectional approaches and innovative theoretical perspectives. The
Department of Ethnic Studies is particularly interested in candidates with areas of specialization that
complement the Department’s existing strengths, and who have the potential to increase the profile of the
program as well as the Department’s ties with other departments/centers on campus (e.g. Native Legal
Studies, Indigenous Governance, Environmental Science, Geography, Sustainability Studies, Political
Science, Critical Prison Studies, Performance Studies, Transnational Indigenous Pacific Studies, and
Community Health, among many other possibilities).
The successful candidate must show potential for, or evidence of, an active research agenda/strong
publication record, and have PhD in hand by fall 2014. We will also consider advanced assistant
professors who have a demonstrable track record of tier one excellence in research productivity. The
successful candidate must also show potential for, or evidence of, a commitment to undergraduate
teaching excellence and to the training and mentoring of doctoral students.
The Department of Ethnic Studies openly embraces diversity and inclusivity, and seeks candidates who
will create a climate that attracts students of all races, genders, classes, sexualities, nationalities, and
religions. The University of Colorado Boulder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a
diverse workforce.
Our campus is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains with easy access to Denver and to the
Denver International Airport. We are located within walking distance of the American Indian Law
Library and the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) with whom we collaborate in a variety of ways.
CU Boulder is home to a variety of nationally funded research centers and Institutes such as the Center
for the American West, Institute for Behavioral Sciences (IBS), the Center for the Humanities, the
Institute for Arctic and Alpine Research (INSTAAR), the National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC),
the Bueno Center, and our own Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in the Americas (CSERA).
Boulder is also home to federally funded research facilities such as the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), as
well as other major research centers in the University of Colorado system.
Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in American Indian Studies, Ethnic Studies, American Studies and/or
other relevant disciplines with a specific focus in American Indian/Indigenous Studies.
Application Instructions: Applications are accepted electronically at: https://www.jobsatcu.com, posting
#F00715, and must include:
1) A letter of application that specifically addresses the candidate’s qualifications for the position,
with areas of specialization, research and teaching interests clearly identified.
2) A current CV/resume
3) Three letters of recommendation
4) Writing sample (limited to 25 pages)
5) Teaching evaluations and sample syllabi
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 21, 2013 and continue until the
position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Arturo J. Aldama, Associate Chair and Associate Professor of Ethnic
Studies at arturo.aldama@colorado. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Applicants who use a portfolio service, such as Interfolio, are asked to list the unique email address
assigned to each recommender as the contact information. An automated message will be sent to that
unique address with instructions on how to upload the references.
Michigan State University College of Law
Two Faculty Positions
Michigan State University College of Law seeks exceptional candidates for two faculty positions. The
first is a tenure-system position in tax. The Law College is particularly interested in candidates whose
teaching interests include basic federal income taxation and decedents’ estates and trusts. The successful
applicant for the second position will teach in the Alvin L. Storrs Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic. The
clinical position may be either a tenure-system appointment or a clinical track appointment culminating in
a rolling, long-term contract. Lateral and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply for either or both
positions.
Michigan State University is the nation’s premier land-grant university, established in 1855. More
information about the Law College can be found at
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively
encourages applications from and nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with
disabilities.
Please submit application materials or nominations to:
Professor Anne Lawton
Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee
648 N. Shaw Lane, Room 453
MSU College of Law
East Lansing, Michigan 48824-1300
MSU and MSU COLLEGE OF LAW ARE
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Office of Credit Ratings
Position Title: General Attorney
Position Number:
13-EX-948593-AMT
Location:
New York, NY
Compensation: $133,309.00 to $224,568.00
Grade:
SK-16
Overview:
The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is to protect investors, maintain fair,
orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation.
This position is located in the Office of Credit Ratings located in New York, New York. The Office of
Credit Ratings ("OCR") assists the Commission in executing its responsibility for protecting investors,
promoting capital formation, and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets through the oversight of
credit rating agencies registered with the Commission as "nationally recognized statistical rating
organizations" or "NRSROs." For more information about the Office of Credit Ratings, please visit
http://www.sec.gov/about/offices/ocr.shtml.
The General Attorney (International Counsel) provides expert legal assistance and advice for sensitive
and complex programs, issues, and problems dealing with global examination or inspection activities for
Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations. Work assignments may include the following:
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Analyzing and interpreting new legislation and implement regulations both within and outside the
US and brief key executives on the purpose and effect
Acting as subject matter expert in international rules and regulations related to the credit rating
industry
Identifying potential examination and investigative opportunities and developing strategies for
pursuing those issues
To Apply:
For important information about this position, including details on duties, qualifications, and how to apply
click here. You must apply for this position by September 17, 2013 through www.USAJobs.com.
If you need additional information contact Jeffery Anoka, Outreach Coordinator, Office of Minority and
Women Inclusion (OMWI) at 202-551-6086 or anokaj@sec.gov.
The SEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL
ASSOCIATE DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL / GS-14 – GS-15
NON-REIMBURSEABLE DETAIL OPPORTUNITY
ONLY CURRENT DOJ EMPLOYEES
WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
ANNOUNCEMENT: ODAG ATY-1013
About the Office: The United States Department of Justice, Office of the Deputy Attorney General is
seeking an experienced attorney with a prosecutorial background, to be detailed to the Office of the
Deputy Attorney General for a period of one year. The Office of the Deputy Attorney General is
responsible for advising and assisting the Attorney General in formulating and implementing
Departmental policies and programs and in providing overall supervision and direction to all
organizational units of the Department. The Deputy Attorney General is authorized to exercise all the
power and authority of the Attorney General, except where such power or authority is prohibited by law
from delegation or has been delegated to another official. In the absence of the Attorney General, the
Deputy Attorney General acts as the Attorney General.
Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: The incumbent will work under the general supervision of
the Deputy Attorney General. The incumbent will advise the Deputy Attorney General on significant
matters, provide recommendations and outline options and potential consequences; participate in policy
development and review; and serve as the Deputy Attorney General's representative in meetings and
conferences within and outside the Department. Among other things, the incumbent of this position will:
• Provide advice, guidance, and legal expertise to members of the ODAG staff and to the DAG on a range
of legal and policy issues confronting the Department, principally relating to narcotics, violent crime,
death penalty, and other criminal justice matters.
• Provide leadership to and work constructively with the Department's law enforcement and correctional
components, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Bureau of Prisons (BOP).
• Represent the Department and the ODAG in interagency meetings and on policy working groups
involving criminal justice issues and other matters as requested.
• Develop, coordinate and execute special projects or studies as assigned by the DAG or his designee.
Qualifications: The candidate must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as
an attorney under the laws of a state, territory, or the District of Columbia, and have relevant post-J.D.
legal experience. A minimum of 7 years of legal experience and experience as a federal prosecutor
litigating death penalty, narcotics and other violent crime matters is required. The incumbent is
required to work independently and must utilize sound judgment and diplomacy. Please note that this is
a different position than the recently posted position for ODAG-ATY-0713. Candidates who
applied to ODAG ATY-0713 need not reapply to be considered for this position.
Travel: Occasional travel may be required.
Location: Washington, D.C.; RFK Main Justice Building.
Salary Information: The salary level is in the GS-14 to GS-15 and/or its AD equivalent ($105,211 $155,500) range. This is a non-reimbursable detail assignment.
Submission Process and Deadline: Applicants are required to submit a cover letter (highlighting
relevant experience) and a résumé or OF-612 (Optional Application for Federal Employment). Please
reference announcement ODAG-ATY-1013 in your cover letter. Applications must be received
by September 19, 2013.
Applicants are encouraged to email applications to Selena.Y.Powell@usdoj.gov or fax to (202) 5149077 rather than mail them. No telephone calls please.
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of the Deputy Attorney General (Attn: SeLena Powell)
950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Room 4110
Washington, D.C. 20530
For more information about ODAG, please visit our Web page at: http://www.justice.gov/dag/. This and
selected other legal position announcements may be found on
DOJNet http://dojnet.doj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.php
FALL 2014 FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO THIRD-YEAR LAW STUDENTS AND RECENT GRADUATES
MARVIN M. KARPATKIN FELLOWSHIP [LGLF-06/45]
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
Racial Justice Program, NY
For more than 93 years, the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU) has been at the
forefront of virtually every major battle for civil liberties and equal justice in this country. Principled and
nonpartisan, the ACLU has offices in all 50 states, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, and brings together
the country’s largest team of public interest lawyers, lobbyists, communication strategists, members and
activists in the advancement of equality, fairness, and freedom, especially for the most vulnerable in our
society.
The Racial Justice Program (RJP) of the ACLU National office in New York City invites applications
for the Marvin M. Karpatkin Fellowship, beginning in September 2014 for a duration of one year.
OVERVIEW
The Marvin M. Karpatkin Fellowship was established by the ACLU Board of Directors in memory of
Marvin M. Karpatkin, the late General Counsel of the American Civil Liberties Union, who died in
January 1975, at the age of 48. Mr. Karpatkin was one of the ACLU's most active attorneys during the
1960s and early 1970s. He left his special mark in the areas of selective service and military law. His
interest in those areas grew out of his own strong opposition to the Vietnam War and his desire to help
those who, younger than himself, were faced with performing military service in a war they would not
support.
Racial Justice Program (RJP) attorneys and staff work to challenge racial discrimination and related
issues that have a disparate impact on communities of color, particularly in the areas of criminal justice
and education. RJP also seeks to provide full access to participation in the economic system regardless of
race or ethnicity. In the area of criminal justice, RJP is dedicated to reducing the unwarranted and
disproportionate targeting and incarceration of people of color. In the area of education, it seeks to ensure
that all children have access to quality education, regardless of race or ethnicity. Specifically, RJP has
filed civil challenges to the inadequate provision of indigent criminal and juvenile defense, racial
profiling, and disparate educational opportunities. The Program has also campaigned against the raciallydisproportionate imposition of incarceration and school discipline and is beginning efforts to counteract
the negative effects of discrimination in mortgage lending on communities of color.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Karpatkin Fellow functions as part of the ACLU’s Racial Justice Program’s litigation team.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Providing legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects.
Drafting pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs.
Interviewing witnesses and potential plaintiffs.
Participating in discovery and trial practice.
Providing support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys.
Engaging in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed.
Supervising student interns.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
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J.D. degree, or anticipated graduation by the Spring of 2014.
A demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding.
Excellent research, writing and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law.
Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with
experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation and at least one legal
writing sample by email to hrjobsRJP@aclu.org - reference [LGLF-06 & LGLF-45/NABA] in the
subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address
is specific to the Racial Justice Program postings. In order to ensure your application is received please
make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response
that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Racial Justice Program
RE: [LGLF-06 & LGLF-45/NABA]
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, N.Y. 10004
The application deadline is November 1, 2013.
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this opportunity.
FALL 2014 FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO THIRD-YEAR LAW STUDENTS AND RECENT GRADUATES
NATIONAL SECURITY FELLOWSHIP [LGLF-52]
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
National Security Project, NY
For more than 93 years, the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU) has been at the
forefront of virtually every major battle for civil liberties and equal justice in this country. Principled and
nonpartisan, the ACLU has offices in all 50 states, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, and brings together
the country’s largest team of public interest lawyers, lobbyists, communication strategists, and members
and activists in the advancement of equality, fairness, and freedom, especially for the most vulnerable in
our society.
The National Security Project of the ACLU’s National office in New York City invites applications for
the National Security Fellowship, which will last for a two-year period beginning in September 2014.
OVERVIEW
The National Security Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen
democratic institutions and values, including the values of government transparency and accountability,
and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for
Democracy includes, in addition to the National Security Project, the Human Rights Project and the
Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology.
The National Security Project is dedicated to ensuring that U.S. national security policies and practices
are consistent with the Constitution, civil liberties, and human rights. The Project believes that our
nation’s core democratic values are the foundation of its strength and security, and that our government’s
response to national security concerns must comport with those values. Through its litigation and
advocacy strategies, NSP not only responds to specific government measures, but also strives to educate
the public and shape the law so that the courts, Congress, and citizenry can serve as an enduring check
against abuse.
The National Security Project’s litigation and advocacy focuses on issues including: targeted killing,
unlawful detention, accountability for torture, discrimination, government surveillance, censorship, and
secrecy.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The National Security Fellow functions as an integral part of the ACLU’s National Security Project.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
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Conduct legal and factual research and analysis for pending and potential litigation.
Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs.
Interview witnesses and potential clients.
Participate in discovery and trial practice.
Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials.
Provide support to ACLU affiliates.
Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns.
Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The Fellow is selected from third-year law students, or recent graduates and will serve for a two-year
period starting September 2014.
Applicants must possess:
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J.D. degree, or anticipated law school graduation by the Spring of 2014.
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A demonstrated commitment to public interest law.
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Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
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A demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team.
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The initiative to see projects through to completion and be a self-starter.
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Knowledge of civil rights and civil liberties issues related to national security is preferred but not
required.
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Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with
experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, two letters of recommendation, a legal writing sample,
and a law school transcript via e-mail to HRJobsNSP@aclu.org –reference [LGLF-52 FALL 2014
Fellowship/NABA] in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email
address. This email address is specific to National Security Project postings. In order to ensure your
application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to
receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
[Re: LGLF-52 FALL 2014 Fellowship/NABA]
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity.
We encourage applicants to send materials as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted on a rolling
basis until a decision is made.
FALL 2014 FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO THIRD-YEAR LAW STUDENTS AND RECENT GRADUATES
WILLIAM J. BRENNAN FIRST AMENDMENT FELLOWSHIP [BFRW-01]
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
Speech, Privacy and Technology Project, NY
For more than 93 years, the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU) has been at the
forefront of virtually every major battle for civil liberties and equal justice in this country. Principled and
nonpartisan, the ACLU has offices in all 50 states, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, and brings together
the country’s largest team of public interest lawyers, lobbyists, communication strategists, and members
and activists in the advancement of equality, fairness, and freedom, especially for the most vulnerable in
our society.
The Speech, Privacy and Technology Project of the ACLU’s National office in New York City invites
applications for the William J. Brennan First Amendment Fellowship, which will last for a one-year
period beginning in September 2014.
OVERVIEW
The Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which
works to strengthen democratic institutions and values and advocates for government transparency and
accountability. In addition to the Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology, the Center for Democracy
includes the Human Rights Project and National Security Project.
The Brennan Fellowship, established by a special gift from author Tom Peters and poet Catherine Abbe;
and named after retired Supreme Court Justice William Brennan, was created to give attorneys just
starting their careers an opportunity to receive training and experience in First Amendment advocacy, and
to help the ACLU advance its First Amendment goals.
Freedom of expression as guaranteed by the First Amendment is an area of concern to the ACLU, and the
ACLU has litigated numerous free speech cases before the United States Supreme Court. Historically,
the ACLU has been vigilant in fighting government censorship that disproportionately impacts
marginalized speakers and communities, including immigrants, people of color, lesbians and gay men.
Currently, the ACLU is at the forefront of groundbreaking cases to protect freedom of expression on the
Internet. The ACLU is also fighting government efforts to silence protestors and suppress the free speech
and privacy rights of other individuals. The Brennan Fellow will function as an integral part of the
Speech, Privacy and Technology Project, and will focus on its extensive docket of First Amendment
cases.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Brennan Fellow's responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:
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Participating in trial litigation at all levels of federal and state courts, including conducting
legal and factual research, interviewing clients, drafting briefs and pleadings, and assisting in
discovery and motion practice;
Assisting in drafting amicus curiae briefs;
Providing support for ACLU affiliate litigation;
Serving as a resource for ACLU legislative and policy work;
Advancing ACLU policy goals through public education, organizing and participating in
coalitions.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
The Fellow is selected from third-year law students or recent graduates who possess the following:
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JD, or anticipated graduation by the Fall of 2014;
Skilled at performing complex legal analytical work;
A demonstrated commitment to public interest law;
Excellent legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;
Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team;
Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills;
Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
A knowledge of and interest in First Amendment issues is preferred, but not required;
Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with
experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send application materials, which should include a cover letter, resume, two letters of
recommendation, and at least one legal writing sample to hrjobsSPT@aclu.org – include
reference [BRFW-01/NABA] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU
applicant email address. This email address is specific to Speech, Privacy and Technology
Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the
correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the
submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Speech Privacy & Technology Project
American Civil Liberties Union
RE: [BRFW-01/NABA]
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, N.Y 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this fellowship opportunity.
The application deadline is November 1, 2013.