We are currently looking for a Full Time Assistant General Counsel I/Prosecutor to join our Supervisory Prosecutor Ada team located at the Carl Albert Service Center working .

Summary:
The Prosecutor represents the Chickasaw Nation in the prosecution of criminal, juvenile deprived and juvenile delinquency cases brought in the Chickasaw Nation District Court. Coordinate with the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police for investigations, evaluation of evidence, and case preparation. Provide case intake on new cases received for tribal prosecution. Assist with development of prosecution and case management protocols, policies and procedures. Input case information into an electronic prosecution case management system.

Responsibilities:

Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types
Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner
Greets and engages with a smile
Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomes
Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment
Maintains and promotes professionalism
Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
Maintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.
Appear in the Chickasaw Nation District Court and represent the Chickasaw Nation in the prosecution of adults, juveniles committing criminal/delinquent offenses within the Chickasaw Nation jurisdiction
Conduct all case preparation necessary to bring charges on behalf of the Chickasaw Nation
Draft legal documents for cases assigned to the Prosecutor, which includes criminal complaints, motions, proposed orders, legal briefs, jury instructions, sentencing recommendations and other legal documents on a regular basis
Advise the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police regarding investigations, evaluating evidence, case preparation and preparation of legal documents, including subpoenas, search warrants, arrest warrants and pick-up orders
Makes regular court appearances for initial appearances, criminal hearings, bench trials and jury trials
Performs all other duties as assigned

Competencies:
Essential:

Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
Ensures compliance
Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
Understand Native American culture and tribal programs
Understand Chickasaw law and law enforcement regulations
Knowledge of federal, state and local law and law enforcement regulations
Knowledge and understanding of electronic prosecution case management
Knowledge of Indian Child Welfare Act and Statutes
Ability to multitask
Define problems, collect data and establish facts
Establishes professional working relationships as appropriate
Works well within a team
Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management
Keeps written records

Skills:
Essential:

Basic Computer skills
Must be familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of products

Experience:
Essential:

1 year directly related experience

Education:
Essential:

Juris Doctorate

Credentials:
Essential:

Chickasaw Bar Association
Standard Driver's License
Pass general background check

Working Conditions:
Essential:

Works in an office setting
Computers, printers, phones
High pressure
Sometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach
Use computer up to 50% of shift
Sometimes lift and or carry up to 25 lbs
Sitting up to 50% of shift
May work day shift

Work Location: In person

the Chickasaw Nation

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