Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe
Tribal Prosecutor - Court Services
Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe, Kingston, Washington, United States, 98346
Job Details
Job Location Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe - Kingston, WA
Position Type Full Time - 30 - 40 hrs/week
Education Level Juris Doctorate - Required
Salary Range $117768.00 - $141322.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage Occasional travel to trainings
Job Posting Date(s)
End Date 09/09/2025
Description
Job Summary:
The Tribal Prosecutor collaborates closely with and provides legal support to the Tribal Police Department, the Indian Child Welfare Program (ICW), Probation & Pretrial Services, the Natural Resources Department, Victim Services Program, Vulnerable Adult Program, and other Tribal departments and programs to assess Tribal interests and provide vigorous and effective prosecution services across a spectrum of crimes; juvenile delinquency and status offenses, child abuse and neglect, elder abuse and neglect, fish and wildlife offenses, including but not limited to civil exclusion matters, traffic offenses, and other relevant civil offenses with Tribal jurisdiction.
Duties Include: Represent the Tribe in prosecution of adults committing criminal acts within tribal jurisdiction. Represent the Tribe in civil prosecution of juveniles committing delinquent acts or status offenses within tribal jurisdiction. Represent the Tribe in civil prosecution of child abuse and neglect occurring within tribal jurisdiction in dependency actions. Represent the Tribe in ICWA proceedings in state courts, drafting notices of intervention and other actions as provided under federal law. Represent the Tribe in civil prosecution of traffic offenses, fish and wildlife offenses, exclusion matters, vicious dog offenses, and other civil offenses occurring within tribal jurisdiction as well as quasi-prosecutorial matters in Tribal Court Advise the Tribal Police and ICW in investigation, evaluating evidence, case preparation and preparation of legal pleadings including subpoenas, search warrants, arrest warrants, and pick-up-orders. Perform case preparation, including review and production of discovery materials, investigation, interview of witnesses, evaluation of evidence, conduct legal research, and development of case strategy. Prepare written pleadings, motions, legal memoranda and briefs, proposed orders, proposed jury instructions, sentencing recommendations, appellate notices and briefs, and other legal documents and forms as appropriate. Appear and argue cases in the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribal Community Court at all stages of proceedings, including pre-trial, trial, post-trial, and appeal Work with and refer cases, as appropriate, to the U.S. Attorney's Office for Federal prosecution or the Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office for State prosecution of non-Indian offenders for whom the Tribe does not have criminal jurisdiction over. Assist in developing and improving the Tribe's criminal justice system, including development of codes and court rule with the Court Director and the Tribe's Legislative Attorney, participation in meetings and trainings, and preparation and implementation of grants. Advise and assist the Tribal Police Department, the ICW Team, the Domestic Violence Program, Legislative Attorney and other tribal agencies and departments in developing and drafting codes, protocols, responses to victimization issues, and other matters implicating tribal justice on the Reservation. Serve as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney to prosecute cases in federal court as appropriate. Train and consult with the Tribal Police and other agencies as appropriate regarding tribal justice and victimization issues. Attend legal seminars, tribal trainings, and meetings as appropriate and necessary to serve the Tribe's interest and to maintain professional license. Respond to calls from victims, concerned family and friends, and service providers. Foster organizational and infrastructure development. Assist in a variety of department operations; perform special projects and assignments as requested. Present and explain key policy issues regarding tribal justice and victimization to Tribal Council, Executive Leadership and Department Directors. Prepare and distribute education and outreach materials. Assist in organizing or attending community events, forums, and trainings. Ensures the availability of 24-hour legal support services to Tribal Police Department and ICW. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all professional and ethical standards required by the Port Gamble S'Klallam Bar, Washington State Bar Association and any other bar associations of which the Prosecutor is a member. This position is eligible for alternative scheduling. The schedule must be discussed with and approved by supervisor and director and may be subject to change depending on role and department need. Other duties as assigned. Education and Certifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent - Required Driver's License - Required Bachelors and a Juris Doctorate - Required Active member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association, or other State Bar Association, with ability to become member of Washington State Bar Association within one year of hire - Required Experience:
Required number of years: 1 year of litigation experience (civil or criminal): or 1 year as a Judicial Clerk in a court overseeing criminal matters. Experience working in Tribal jurisdictions in a tribal legal system Experience working in criminal law and in child dependency matters. Experience in negotiation and mediation, alternative dispute resolution, and problem-solving courts. Physical Requirements:
Regularly required to finger, handle, reach with hands and arms Frequently required to walk, sit, stand Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Normal audio and visual acuity Travel Requirements:
Local, Statewide, and out of state travel may be required.
This position is eligible for routine remote work up to one day per week, as well as occasional situational remote workas needed.All remote work must be discussed with and approved by the supervisor and director and may be subject to change depending on the role and department needs.
Job Location Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe - Kingston, WA
Position Type Full Time - 30 - 40 hrs/week
Education Level Juris Doctorate - Required
Salary Range $117768.00 - $141322.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage Occasional travel to trainings
Job Posting Date(s)
End Date 09/09/2025
Description
Job Summary:
The Tribal Prosecutor collaborates closely with and provides legal support to the Tribal Police Department, the Indian Child Welfare Program (ICW), Probation & Pretrial Services, the Natural Resources Department, Victim Services Program, Vulnerable Adult Program, and other Tribal departments and programs to assess Tribal interests and provide vigorous and effective prosecution services across a spectrum of crimes; juvenile delinquency and status offenses, child abuse and neglect, elder abuse and neglect, fish and wildlife offenses, including but not limited to civil exclusion matters, traffic offenses, and other relevant civil offenses with Tribal jurisdiction.
Duties Include: Represent the Tribe in prosecution of adults committing criminal acts within tribal jurisdiction. Represent the Tribe in civil prosecution of juveniles committing delinquent acts or status offenses within tribal jurisdiction. Represent the Tribe in civil prosecution of child abuse and neglect occurring within tribal jurisdiction in dependency actions. Represent the Tribe in ICWA proceedings in state courts, drafting notices of intervention and other actions as provided under federal law. Represent the Tribe in civil prosecution of traffic offenses, fish and wildlife offenses, exclusion matters, vicious dog offenses, and other civil offenses occurring within tribal jurisdiction as well as quasi-prosecutorial matters in Tribal Court Advise the Tribal Police and ICW in investigation, evaluating evidence, case preparation and preparation of legal pleadings including subpoenas, search warrants, arrest warrants, and pick-up-orders. Perform case preparation, including review and production of discovery materials, investigation, interview of witnesses, evaluation of evidence, conduct legal research, and development of case strategy. Prepare written pleadings, motions, legal memoranda and briefs, proposed orders, proposed jury instructions, sentencing recommendations, appellate notices and briefs, and other legal documents and forms as appropriate. Appear and argue cases in the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribal Community Court at all stages of proceedings, including pre-trial, trial, post-trial, and appeal Work with and refer cases, as appropriate, to the U.S. Attorney's Office for Federal prosecution or the Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office for State prosecution of non-Indian offenders for whom the Tribe does not have criminal jurisdiction over. Assist in developing and improving the Tribe's criminal justice system, including development of codes and court rule with the Court Director and the Tribe's Legislative Attorney, participation in meetings and trainings, and preparation and implementation of grants. Advise and assist the Tribal Police Department, the ICW Team, the Domestic Violence Program, Legislative Attorney and other tribal agencies and departments in developing and drafting codes, protocols, responses to victimization issues, and other matters implicating tribal justice on the Reservation. Serve as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney to prosecute cases in federal court as appropriate. Train and consult with the Tribal Police and other agencies as appropriate regarding tribal justice and victimization issues. Attend legal seminars, tribal trainings, and meetings as appropriate and necessary to serve the Tribe's interest and to maintain professional license. Respond to calls from victims, concerned family and friends, and service providers. Foster organizational and infrastructure development. Assist in a variety of department operations; perform special projects and assignments as requested. Present and explain key policy issues regarding tribal justice and victimization to Tribal Council, Executive Leadership and Department Directors. Prepare and distribute education and outreach materials. Assist in organizing or attending community events, forums, and trainings. Ensures the availability of 24-hour legal support services to Tribal Police Department and ICW. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all professional and ethical standards required by the Port Gamble S'Klallam Bar, Washington State Bar Association and any other bar associations of which the Prosecutor is a member. This position is eligible for alternative scheduling. The schedule must be discussed with and approved by supervisor and director and may be subject to change depending on role and department need. Other duties as assigned. Education and Certifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent - Required Driver's License - Required Bachelors and a Juris Doctorate - Required Active member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association, or other State Bar Association, with ability to become member of Washington State Bar Association within one year of hire - Required Experience:
Required number of years: 1 year of litigation experience (civil or criminal): or 1 year as a Judicial Clerk in a court overseeing criminal matters. Experience working in Tribal jurisdictions in a tribal legal system Experience working in criminal law and in child dependency matters. Experience in negotiation and mediation, alternative dispute resolution, and problem-solving courts. Physical Requirements:
Regularly required to finger, handle, reach with hands and arms Frequently required to walk, sit, stand Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Normal audio and visual acuity Travel Requirements:
Local, Statewide, and out of state travel may be required.
This position is eligible for routine remote work up to one day per week, as well as occasional situational remote workas needed.All remote work must be discussed with and approved by the supervisor and director and may be subject to change depending on the role and department needs.