TO APPLY: Submit a Cover Letter, Completed Employment Application (available upon request), and Resume with at least three (3) professional references to Samantha Skenandore at Samantha.Skenandore@SkenandoreWilson.com

RESPONSIBILITIES: The General Counsel for the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas (KTTT) represents and advises the Tribal Council, the Tribal Administrator, and the KTTT’s economic enterprises in all areas of law and specifically federal Indian law and tribal law, on all matters affecting the KTTT government, businesses, and all subsidiaries in-person. The General Counsel’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing legal advice and analysis of Tribal, state, and federal laws and regulations, specifically in relation to issues involving Tribal sovereignty, civil and criminal jurisdiction, contracts, employment law, federal Indian gaming, federal grants, placing land into federal trust status, business entity formation, Tribal and corporate governance, construction, the Indian Child Welfare Act, and water and environmental law and policies; drafts and revises the Tribal Constitution, Law and Order Code, other Tribal laws, ordinances, and policies of interest to the KTTT; and represents the KTTT and its subsidiaries in court or before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of any government. Works with and/or supervises other attorneys representing the KTTT as contract attorneys. Collaborates with legal representation in the United Mexican States.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: • Provide timely, practical legal guidance to the Tribal Council on a variety of legal issues facing the KTTT and other Tribal entities, including the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), Tribal enrollment, Tribal civil and criminal jurisdiction, federal and state tribal consultation, and the applicability of federal laws and regulations to the KTTT. • Serve as an advisor to the Tribal Council and the Tribal Administrator; works alongside employees in strategic business units, tribal enterprises, Human Resources, and international divisions of the KTTT. • Ensure and advise the Tribal Council, Tribal Departments and Tribal enterprises on following applicable local, state and federal laws while designing governing policies to lower legal risks. • Supervise the Legal Department, including hiring staff, overseeing other attorneys’ legal work, hiring, supervising, and managing outside counsel, contract attorneys with the advice and consent of Tribal Council, planning for efficient and effective processes to provide the legal needs of the KTTT, and preparing budgets for the Legal Department and contract attorney activities. • Report to Tribal Council on a regular basis and as requested on the activities of the General Counsel, Legal Department, and contract attorneys. • Draft, review, and negotiate government and commercial contracts on behalf of the Tribal Council, the Tribal government departments, and/or Tribal enterprises. • Oversee corporate records, intellectual property, and labor or employment issues affecting the KTTT. • Research legal issues affecting the KTTT by identifying applicable statutes, judicial decisions, and codes. • Keep apprised of legislative changes and new court decisions that may affect the KTTT and timely advise the Tribal Council, accordingly. • Perform pre-litigation work to minimize risks and maximize legal rights, implementing strategies with Tribal, federal, state, and local legislative bodies. • Review advertising and marketing material to ensure compliance with legal requirements. • Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of the KTTT and its subsidiaries for review and approval by authorized entities. • Litigate and/or supervise litigation on behalf of the KTTT and its subsidiaries before Tribal, federal, and state courts and administrative agencies as necessary and appropriate with the approval of Tribal Council. • Draft legislation for Tribal, federal, state and local legislative bodies promoting and defending the legal rights and interests of the Tribal government. • Draft and review legal agreements that promote and protect the legal rights and interests of the KTTT and its subsidiaries. • Lobby on behalf of the KTTT and its subsidiaries before the executive officials, legislative bodies, and administrative bodies of Tribal, federal, state, and local governments. • Participate in public relations promoting and defending the KTTT’s legal rights and interests. • Comply with Tribal laws and administrative policies. • Abide by the disciplinary rules and other requirements of the bar association(s) of which the attorney is a member, as well as any disciplinary rules adopted by the KICKAPOO TRADITIONAL TRIBE OF TEXAS – JOB DESCRIPTION – GENERAL COUNSEL Page 3 of 4 KTTT Court to govern attorney practice within the jurisdiction of the KTTT. Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethics at all times. • Accomplishing duties and responsibilities may require travel throughout the State of Texas, within the United States outside the State of Texas, and to locations in the United Mexican States as necessary or as directed by Tribal Council. • Collaborate with legal counsel from United Mexican States in efforts to work together towards international projects or tasks. • All other duties assigned by the Tribal Council and the Tribal Administrator

Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR THE POSITION: • Knowledge of Tribal, federal, state, and local regulatory matters and ability to effectively achieve compliance as applicable. • Ability to communicate complex legal issues to the Tribal Council and other Tribal Staff. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while remaining organized and meeting deadlines including drafting codes, ordinances, resolutions, memos, briefs, and pleadings. • Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of non-legal staff and policy makers. • Ability to report on lobbying efforts to benefit the KTTT. • Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates. • Commitment to excellence and high standards in all written and oral communications. • Excellent presentation skills. • Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks. • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. • Ability to develop solutions to complex legal issues. • Ability to manage priorities and workflow. • Ability to understand, provide and follow written and verbal direction. • Attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to manage and maintain security of confidential data and information. • Attention to exercise independent and sound judgment. • Cultural awareness of and sensitivity of Kickapoo traditions, religious beliefs and way of life. • Ability to read and write English and Spanish (preferred). • Must maintain a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the KTTT’s organizational policies and applicable laws. The General Counsel is responsible for supervising all Legal Department staff and contract attorneys. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Qualifications: • Earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school; KICKAPOO TRADITIONAL TRIBE OF TEXAS – JOB DESCRIPTION – GENERAL COUNSEL Page 4 of 4 • Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas or gain admission to the Texas Bar of Texas within one (1) year of hire; • Must remain in good standing within any jurisdiction where licensed to practice law; • 3-5 years of demonstrated legal experience representing Native American Tribal governments and businesses in commercial, judicial, administrative, and legislative issues; • Successful completion of background check necessary to obtain attorney licensure; • Must be admitted to practice before the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Tribal Court within one (1) year of hire; • Responsible to ensure that all KTTT and attorney licensure-related documents are current and valid; and • Reports daily on-site at the designated workplace location. Preferred Qualifications: Fluent in Spanish or Algonquin language speaking and writing; experience with international commercial law and diplomacy; Law School certificate, L.L.M. degree, M.B.A., M.A./M.S., or Ph.D./Ed.D. involving federal Indian law, tribal governance or tribal administration, or similar course of study. NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE IS OBSERVED: KTTT recognizes preference for KTTT tribal members and qualified enrolled Native American tribal members including preferential treatment in recruitment, hiring, promotions, layoffs and reductions in force so long as candidates meet all minimum job qualifications. SPECIAL CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: • Must have a valid Texas State Driver’s license and must be insurable within three (3) months of hire. • Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas within one (1) year of hire. • Must adhere to KTTT’s Personnel Policies and Alcohol Policies.

General Counsel 

California Indian Legal Services 

Founded in 1967, California Indian Legal Services (CILS) is the oldest public interest Indian rights law firm in the country, promoting the fundamental rights of California Tribes and Indians through litigation, legislative and administrative advocacy, community development, and other strategies for systemic change. CILS provides a full range of legal representation to California Indian Tribes and Indian organizations, advocates for the rights of California Indians at the local, state, and national levels, and provides direct services and community education to low-income Native American individuals on issues related to Federal Indian Law and Tribal law. Currently, CILS offers services statewide and maintains four offices throughout California – Eastern (Bishop), Southern (Escondido), Northern (McKinleyville), and Central (Sacramento). This position is in the Southern Office, located in Escondido, CA. For additional information about CILS, go to our website at www.calindian.org.


Supervised by the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney will work collaboratively with other staff to provide exceptional legal services in all areas of Federal Indian law. Our fast-paced office provides legal services on issues of jurisdiction, tax, estate planning, trust assets, environmental law, natural resource development, tribal governance, employment, and the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). The Staff Attorney will assume a varied caseload that may include: brief counsel and services to low-income Indian individuals; state and federal court litigation; contract negotiation; advising tribal clients; developing and implementing constitutions, codes, and policies for tribal clients; and making community presentations. The Staff Attorney will be expected to appear on behalf of tribal clients in state dependency actions where the ICWA is applicable. Staff Attorney client development responsibilities include developing and maintaining effective relationships with tribes and Indian organizations in the service territory, including all funding sources, and ensuring that the office pursues and secures meaningful opportunities to work with tribes, Indian organizations, and Indian individuals throughout the service territory. Client development includes all CILS funding sources (grants, contracts, donations, etc.).

Staff Attorneys also collaborate with Directing Attorneys and the Director of Legal Programs for legal work management that includes Staff Attorney mentoring and supervision, assistance and administration of local legal work management systems, and grant and special project development and implementation, as directed by the Directing Attorney and/or the Director of Legal Programs.

J.D. and California bar membership in good standing.

Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Indian law with at least 1-3 years of experience practicing law.

Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Strong work ethic and able to work nights and weekends when many Tribal councils meet.

Ability to travel overnight and a valid driver’s license.

Solid understanding of Native Americans and Tribes in California.

A commitment to providing high-quality legal services for Native Americans.

Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and to take initiative.

Legal Services and/or Nonprofit legal work experience.

Experience working with Native Americans, Tribes, or tribal communities.

Experience in dependency/child welfare law.

Deep connection and commitment to the CILS mission and tribal communities

Staff Attorney 

Build and maintain productive bipartisan relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and relevant committees.

Conduct routine outreach to congressional offices to strengthen awareness of Tribal Colleges and Universities and AIHEC priorities.

Serve as AIHEC's day-to-day point of contact for congressional offices.

Coordinate congressional meetings, briefings, office visits, and Capitol Hill events.

Maintain congressional contact databases and relationship tracking.

Monitor legislation, appropriations activity, committee hearings, and floor action affecting Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Prepare legislative summaries, briefing memoranda, talking points, and background materials.

Track appropriations requests, legislative priorities, and congressional action items.

Assist the Vice President in reviewing legislative language and congressional impacts on Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Assist Tribal College presidents in preparing for congressional meetings.

Coordinate congressional participation in AIHEC events.

Manage congressional scheduling and logistics for the annual Legislative Summit.

Prepare leave-behind materials and congressional briefing books.

American Indian Higher Education Consortium 

The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) is the collective spirit and unifying voice of our nation's Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs). AIHEC advances American Indian and Alaska Native higher education through advocacy, research, member services, and programmatic initiatives designed to strengthen Native languages, cultures, communities and Tribal Nations. Through its unique position, AIHEC serves as a collaborative partner to member institutions and emerging TCUs. AIHEC also publishes the 

(TCJ), a premier national publication highlighting innovations, achievements, and issues impacting American Indian higher education.

The Congressional Relations Associate supports AIHEC's Congressional Affairs strategy by cultivating and maintaining productive relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, committees, and key legislative partners. Working under the direction of the Vice President of Congressional and Federal Relations, the Associate coordinates congressional outreach, monitors legislative activity, prepares briefing materials, supports appropriations efforts, and helps ensure AIHEC maintains a visible and trusted presence on Capitol Hill.

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, Public Administration, Native American Studies, Higher Education, Communications, or a related field.

Three to five years of professional experience in congressional affairs, government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or a related field.

Working knowledge of the U.S. Congress and the federal appropriations process.

Experience coordinating congressional meetings or working with congressional offices.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Experience working with Tribal Nations, Tribal Colleges and Universities, or Native-serving organizations.

Knowledge of post-secondary education policy.

 Understands political dynamics, stakeholder interests, and the legislative environment, and adjusts approaches accordingly.

Builds and maintains productive, trust-based relationships with congressional staff, member institutions, coalition partners, and other stakeholders.

Communicates ideas effectively, builds consensus, and advances organizational priorities through collaboration and credibility.

Demonstrates ownership of assignments, anticipates needs, follows through on commitments, and delivers results with minimal supervision.

Demonstrates respect for diverse perspectives and experiences and works effectively with Tribal Colleges and Universities and their stakeholders.

Ability to communicate information and ideas, detect, determine, perceive, and observe details, particularly on a screen or on paper.

Ability to spend more than half of the time viewing computer monitors.

This position may require remaining in a stationary position 50% or more.

Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and in writing.

Ability to travel independently and attend off-site meetings and events as required by business needs.

Travel up to 25% for meetings and conferences

Congressional Relations Associate 

Center for Alaska Coastal Studies 

This summer, the Community Organized Restoration and Learning (

) Network, based in several locations throughout Southcentral Alaska, and the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies, located in Homer, are hosting the four-week Community Coastal Experience for its fourth year. This program is a paid opportunity for Alaskan adults over 18 to explore career and internship pathways in marine and coastal research, environmental monitoring, archaeology, and Alaska Native cultural history and arts related to the coastal environment of Southcentral Alaska. 

Applications are open for the Community Coastal Experience internship!

Join us for a month of learning and travel in Seward and Kodiak! The Community Coastal Experience (CCE) is an adult internship program organized by the CORaL Network to increase opportunities in marine & coastal research, environmental monitoring, and Alaska Native cultural history & arts. The 2026 CCE will run from June 8 - July 3, 2026, and interns will receive a $3,500 stipend as well as travel, food, and lodging. This program is open to all Alaskans 18+ who live within or who hold strong ties to the region affected by the 

 Oil Spill. At-large Tribal citizens or others who hold lineal ties to the spill-affected region, but who no longer live within Alaska, are also eligible to apply.

$3,500 stipend plus travel, food and lodging 

Community Coastal Experience Internship 

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NCAI welcomes American Indian, Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native businesses, governments and organizations to submit open positions to NCAI.


Employers are welcome to submit postings if they fit one of the following criteria:

The position requires a significant amount of interaction with tribal communities

The position requires specific skills (e.g. fluency in a native language, knowledge of federal Indian law)

The business or organization is a member of NCAI in good standing.

All postings are subject to approval and will remain on the site for no more than 45 days.

 and include a contact email, organization, duties and responsibilities, skills and qualifications and any other relevant information for the job.


 We do not accept individual resumes on behalf of or for non-NCAI job opportunities.

Working in Indian Country

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Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas

Staff Attorney

California Indian Legal Services

Congressional Relations Associate

American Indian Higher Education Consortium

Community Coastal Experience Internship

Center for Alaska Coastal Studies

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