Tribal Spokesperson

Full-time

No

Tribal Spokesperson - Equal Justice Works Fellowship at Northwest Justice Project (NJP) in Omak or Yakima, Washington

Salary Information:
• Annual salary range of $54,568 to $96,729 based on years of experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums
• Non-exempt position

Job Title: Tribal Spokesperson - Equal Justice Works Fellowship
Experience: Experienced candidates preferred

Organization:
• Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is Washington’s state and federally funded civil legal aid program.
• NJP's mission is to combat injustice, strengthen communities, and protect human dignity.
• NJP is a not-for-profit statewide law firm.

Department: Native American Unit - Crime Victims-East Project

Equal Justice Works Crime Victims Advocacy Program:
• Supports a national cohort of 21 attorney or tribal spokesperson Fellows and 21 summer law student Fellows.
• Expands NJP's capacity to provide legal assistance to victims of crime in underserved, BIPOC communities.
• Provides civil legal assistance and legal assistance on victims' rights enforcement.

Responsibilities:
• Provide legal advice, limited and extensive pro se assistance, and representation to Native American crime victims in administrative courts and tribal courts in eastern Washington.
• Provide legal advice and limited and extensive pro se assistance to Native American crime victims in state court matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships with tribal domestic violence (DV) advocate programs and personnel.
• Engage with client communities and conduct legal education events for client groups, social and human services providers, and civil and tribal justice system stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with NAU colleagues and field offices to identify and address the most critical needs of Native American crime victim communities in Eastern Washington.
• Identify and develop online resources and self-help resources and tools for crime victims.
• Serve as a resource to other advocates on tribal court practice and legal issues arising from a client's crime victimization.
• Utilize NJP's case management and timekeeping systems and comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and reporting needs.

Qualifications:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with community outreach and presentations is a plus.
• Litigation experience is a plus, especially experience in Indian and Tribal Law, Tribal Courts, Federal Courts, or State and Federal administrative agencies.
• Knowledge of one or more substantive areas, including family, housing, public benefits, and other legal matters affected by Native American status.
• Experience working with victim communities and a well-developed sense of empathy.
• Lived experience, or experience working with low-income Native American communities.
• Experience working with tribes is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting to facilitate a coordinated community response and provide holistic services to clients.
• Ability to think outside of the box and develop creative solutions to problems.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout Eastern Washington.
• Current membership as a spokesperson in Colville, Yakama, or Spokane Tribal Court required.

To Apply:
• Please apply by uploading your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to the Equal Justice Works Crime Victims Advocacy Program Fellowship Application page.
• Cover letter should include a description of any experience, personal or professional, with low income or other marginalized communities.
• Application deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

NJP's Commitment to Race Equity and Justice:
• NJP has adopted the Washington Race Equity and Justice Initiative (REJI).
• Committed to fighting racism and incorporating equity and inclusion in our advocacy work and our internal systems and work environment.
• Expects all staff to uphold the REJI commitments and approach their role with a desire to learn and grow in this area.

NJP is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
• Committed to a policy of equal opportunity.
• Fosters an environment free of barriers and discriminatory practices.
• Actively promotes mutual respect, acceptance, teamwork, and productivity.
• Maintains an organization whose staff, Board, and clients are diverse in background, experience, race, color, national origin, gender, age, religious reference, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sensory, mental or physical abilities, veteran status, and other qualities that strengthen the program while reinforcing its commitment to basic fairness.
• Encourages people of color, people who identify as transgender, lesbian, gay, or bisexual, and those with disabilities to apply.
• Individuals needing a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process or for more information about the project should contact the Human Resources Department by calling .

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100% paid employee health premiums, significant premium shares for family health premiums, generous time off

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Legal Advice, Pro Se Assistance, Representation, Communication, Community Engagement, Time Management, Problem Solving, Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Law Degree

Upload cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Equal Justice Works Fellowship application

Qualification and Experience Law Degree, Admission to Colville, Yakama, or Spokane Tribal Court

Legal