Division: Social Services Job Code: 23-2011 Status: Full-time, Exempt

Deadline: Enníska/February 20, 2015

Description of Position: Under the general direction of the Saint Regis Mohawk Social Services Division, is responsible to assist the SSD Attorney by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree with Paralegal certification and three years relevant experience. Familiarity with the basic principles of Federal Indian law including such topics as tribal sovereignty and jurisdiction, and the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Experience with program or operations in the Social Services fields. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all court and/or Tribal Child Support Enforcement Unit case files. Subject to Fleet and Background Policies.

Obtain complete job descriptions online at http://www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-358-2272. Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume and proof of native preference eligibility to: human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

DRUG TESTING POLICY: The successful applicant must pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed. BACKGROUND CHECK: All positions require candidates to successfully pass background check(s) prior to employment. Some require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. FLEET POLICY: Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: A list of qualified candidates is created from interviews that may be used to appoint individuals to similar positions within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for a period of six months.