Description
Open To All Applicants
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
This position works independently with minimal supervision to, assist with legal inquiries, prepare and draft legal documents, attend court hearings, maintain a close working relationship with the Indian Child Welfare (ICW) department, and act as a liaison between the Oneida Family Court and Oneida ICW department.
Responsibilities:
* Practice excellent customer service skills at all times to include, but not limited to addressing customer and employee needs courteously and promptly (Customer service provided shall be in line with the organizations "Good Mind" core values)
* Prepare exhibits and other demonstrative evidence for use at trial.
* Participate in special administrative and legal research projects as requested.
* Perform administrative duties including creating and preparing routine materials, proofreading, verifying, and editing all materials with extreme accuracy and clarity.
* Responsible for creating, maintaining and updating department merged documents, forms and other shared documents.
* Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies
* Schedule hearings and coordinate schedules with department staff.
* Manage timelines for legal documentation.
* Draft, review and update legal documents for department staff and attorney
* File legal documents with the court.
* Manage statistical data for the department.
* Data entry as well as ensuring accuracy of department's case management data.
* Update and maintain documentation related to inter-departmental referrals.
* Draft, establish and renew legal contracts.
* Draft Standard Operating Procedures and policies related to the department.
* Assist and participate with department community education/awareness events.
Skills:
Essential:
* Dependable and conscientious, possess initiative, self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
* Inform and communicate verbally and in writing in diverse and challenging situations with the ability to process information effectively, identify and define problems and make objective decisions
* Must present a professional appearance and demeanor as a representative of the Oneida Nation in dealing with the general public
* Advanced computer skills to prepare complex correspondence, reports, charts, tables, graphs, and forms
* Knowledge of computer databases and word-processing tools, including working with forms, macros and other tools for creating shared documents
* Knowledge of tribal, state, federal laws, rules, regulations and policies pertaining to child welfare
* Knowledge of legal terminology and court room procedures
* Excellent writing skills, including proper spelling, grammar and punctuation, for generating legal documents and correspondence
* Ability to identify and resolve issues of a procedural nature.
* Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment, utilizing team resources as appropriate.
* Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of individuals and groups in a complex, multi-cultural environment.
* Ability to function in a continuously evolving environment
* Ability to plan, organize, and schedule priorities efficiently and effectively.
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Legal
* Bachelor's Degree in Business
Credentials:
Essential:
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP) (Hrd), Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training within ninety (90) days of employment.
* notary license, obtain and maintain notary license.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Sit frequently
* Use hands and arms frequently
* Feel frequently
* Reach with hands and arms
* Walk occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Lift 25 pounds occasionally
* Office setting
* Moderate noise level
* Offsite work
Experience:
Essential:
* Paralegal or Legal Assistant
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
2. Background information disclosure (BID) form
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