Legal Associate General Counsel

PORT MADISON ENTERPRISES

Associate General Counsel

General Position Summary: The Associate General Counsel represents Port Madison Enterprises and its wholly owned subsidiaries (PME) on a broad range of legal and political matters arising in the operation of PME’s various businesses and interests. The Associate General Counsel is subject to the direction and oversight of the General Counsel and the General Counsel shall evaluate his or her job performance.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the General Counsel, complete legal research and writing necessary for the preparation of advice and recommendations to the PME Board of Directors, Executives, Departments, and staff;
• Under the supervision of the General Counsel, complete research and writing necessary for the development of resolutions, agreements, grants, policies, procedures, and protocols for PME;
• Negotiate and review of contracts in accordance with PME’s policies and protocols;
• Handle legal disputes;
• Attend meetings and trainings as directed by the General Counsel;
• Perform all other duties as required or assigned by the General Counsel.

Secondary Functions:

• Maintain confidentiality of all records, materials and communications concerning PME and the Suquamish Tribe;
• Continue professional development, including training in the areas of Indian law, or other issues relevant to his or her job duties; and
• Establish and maintain an effective system of communication throughout PME and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Specific Job Skills:

• Working knowledge of federal Indian law;
• Ability to review and revise contracts with minimal supervision of General Counsel;
• Proficiency in MS Office Software, especially Word and Excel;
• Exceptional writing, communication, research and decision-making capabilities;
• Working experience with WestLaw or LexisNexis;
• Ability to communication well with people of all ages, and to speak clearly and ability to form rapport with groups;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Tribal officials, Tribal members and employees and the general public;
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, and able to work flexibly hours;
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Indian community and its people, including traditions and customs, preferred;
• Research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts and precedents to problems;
• Draft legal documents such as resolutions and contracts;
• Present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form;
• Effectively use and provide training in legal research methods; and
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibility: If delegated by the General Counsel the Associate General Counsel may oversee any or all staff attorneys, and Legal Office staff, including any Legal Office Manager/Board Coordinator, Paralegals, Legal Secretaries and/or Administrative Assistants. However, without such delegation the Associate General Counsel has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:

• JD Degree from an ABA accredited law school;
• An active member of the Washington State Bar Association and in good standing, or ability to attain membership with in one (1) year of employment;
• No minimum years of experience requirement but a strong preference for candidates who have experience working in Indian Country for five (5) years or more;
• Clean disciplinary record;
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug screening; and
• Must pass background check.

Job Scope: Performs duties independently with supervision of the General Counsel. The position requires independent decision-making.

Job Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an indoor office setting with frequent sitting and occasional standing and walking. Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Occasionally necessary to work beyond normal office hours for evening and weekend meetings or projects. Business travel within the state and to other states may be required. Necessary aptitude including understanding instructions; reason to make judgements; numeric aptitude; problem solving and analytic abilities; initiative, ingenuity and imagination; memory and concentration.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 20 lbs. while standing, twisting, or bending. Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time. Manual and finger dexterity for operation of computer and routine paperwork.

This position is subject to PME’s Tribal and Indian Preference Policy.

Port Madison Enterprises (PME) is the economic agent of the Suquamish Tribal Government that develops community resources while promoting the economic and social welfare of the Suquamish Tribe trough commercial activities. Business operated by Port Madison Enterprises include Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort, the historic Kiana Lodge, White Horse Golf Course, three retail gas stations, a construction subsidiary, and a marijuana subsidiary.