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Colville Tribal Legal Services
PO Box 150
Nespelem, WA 99155
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Colville Tribal Legal Services
Street address: 
PO Box 150
City: 
Nespelem
State: 
Washington
ZIP: 
99155
Job type: 
Legal - Civil
Position Description: 

Represent children in dependencies in Colville Tribal Court. Assist in making wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, and related instruments. Represent in pre- and post-eligibility SSI matters. Provide school discipline and special education advocacy. Provide unbundled/limited assistance on civil matters to tribal members as time permits.

The Colville Tribal Legal Services' mission is to serve those Colville tribal members whose need is greatest and whose voices are least likely to be heard: specifically, children, the elderly, the disabled and the indigent. We aim to do this work in ways that will bring strength and health to our culture and all members of our community. We provide services based on priorities established by the Colville Business Council, the Tribes' governing body. The bulk of our work involves statutory appointments to provide representation in Colville Tribal Court. We do not charge or claim any fees for our services.

Requirements: 

J.D.
Washington State Bar license preferred.
Valid driver license and vehicle insurance.
Clean background check.
Pre-employment drug screen (position is safety sensitive).

To apply: 

Contact Judy Zunie: (509) 634 2408; [email protected]

Notes: 
Equal Opportunity Employer Benefits include health, vision, and dental coverage as well as 401k. Potential for hybrid work schedule (remote & in person).
Salary range: 
0 years experience in FY2025: $82,722; salary scale with annual step increase of 3% per year of experience and inflation adjustment annually

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