Prosecutes criminal and juvenile charges in Cherokee Court. Provides assistance and advice to investigators in the field at crime scenes and during investigations. Assists in training Cherokee Police Department in the investigation techniques and the development of criminal cases for successful prosecution. Engage in quality control measures to ensure criminal justice system is operating for successful prosecutions. Prosecutes criminal cases in Federal Court as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA). Communicates and coordinates assistance on a regular basis with Federal and state officials who have concurrent jurisdiction over criminal and juvenile matters on Cherokee land.
- Develop and prosecute criminal cases occurring within the jurisdiction of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), including delinquency.
- Pursues and maintains SAUSA cross-deputization in the Federal courts.
- Maintains good community relations by providing efficient and comprehensive quality of service for the Tribe.
- Assists in drafting legislation affecting criminal and juvenile law for consideration by Tribal Council, as directed by Legal Director of the Criminal Law Department.
- Ensures successful Prosecution of criminal cases by engaging in continuous quality improvement methodologies to improve the overall criminal justice system.
- Is aware and identifies the causes or barriers to successful prosecution.
- Takes action to address and remedy system failures to successful prosecutions.
- Assists Director of Criminal Law Department with training of Cherokee Police Department regarding investigation and prosecution of both criminal and juvenile matters.
- Works closely with Chief of Police to develop training modules and locate outside trainers as necessary.
- Confers with Director of Criminal Law Department, Cherokee Attorney General and United States (U.S.) Attorney in making referrals and developing cases that must be prosecuted in Federal or State Court.
- Complies with all applicable rules of legal ethics including the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct as they relate to criminal prosecutions.
- Attends and provides leadership at multi-disciplinary team meetings, Advisory Committee meetings, and other community based meetings as directed by the Director.
- Performs job duties according to established safety guidelines and Tribal policies.
Assist in supervision as requested by Legal Director of Criminal Law Department. As directed by the Legal Director of the Criminal Law Department. Works under the direct supervision of the Director of the Department and concurrent supervision of the U.S. Assistant Attorney General when prosecuting federal crimes in federal district court. The U.S. Attorney will update the Director of the Department on performance of duties as a SAUSA.
Experience: None
Education: Juris Doctor Degree required
Licenses & Certifications: Valid, insurable NC Driver’s License required. Being a member in good standing of the North Carolina State Bar is required.
- Requires a thorough knowledge of the laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Eastern Band of Cherokee and the Cherokee Court.
- Must be able to compile and analyze legal data.
- A thorough knowledge of Tribal, Federal, and State criminal law and procedure and Indian law as it relates to criminal jurisdiction is required.
- Requires knowledge of North Carolina State Bar Code of Ethics.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Requires ability to operate a computer, facsimile, copy machine, and other related office equipment is required.
- Must have the ability to plan, organize, take initiative to ensure the Tribal criminal justice system operates to provide justice to tribal members and residents of the EBCI.
- Must be a member in good standing of the North Carolina State Bar.
- Nine (9) months would be required to become proficient in most phases of the job.
* Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
EBCI reserves the right to revise the position description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Complete job description is found on application site.
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