Attorney Advisor (Indian Matters)

Office of Tribal Justice (OTJ) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Attorney Advisor to provide counsel and assistance to the Director and Deputy Director. The duties and responsibilities for an OTJ Attorney-Advisor (Indian Matters) generally include, but are not limited to, the following: * Provide advice on significant federal Indian law matters and assist in policy and legislative development and review to OTJ and Department leadership. * Provide advice to OTJ leadership on Department components litigating, protecting or otherwise addressing Native American rights and/or related issues. * Review proposed legal actions submitted by divisions that require OTJ approval or coordination. * Perform legal research on assigned questions or law or policy and prepare reports and memoranda. * Assist in coordinating with attorneys and officials of the Department, other government agencies, and interested parties to provide guidance and advice to ensure compliance with statutory, re