SUMMARY: 

The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe (the “Tribe”), located in Flandreau, South Dakota, is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Corporate Counsel.  The Corporate Counsel, under the interim direction of the Tribal Attorney General, will be tasked with the responsibility of advising on and advocating for economic development ventures and projects of the Tribe and its tribal businesses, including but not limited to Royal River Casino & Hotel, Native Nations Cannabis, and 605 Lending. The Corporate Counsel will work closely with business partners, consultants, vendors, elected officials, and outside legal counsel to fulfill the position’s obligations. The Corporate Counsel will also assist on other matters assigned related to his/her representation of the Tribe. This position will require knowledge of cannabis law, tribal lending, gaming, land acquisitions, and business development.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

   •    Licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of South Dakota, or any other state bar, and is able to be admitted in South Dakota within 10 months of employment.

   •    Must have at least four (4) years of experience as a practicing attorney, with experience in Indian Law, Tribal Economic Development, Cannabis Law, Gaming, and Tribal Lending preferred. 

   •    Must not have been terminated for cause from any position with Tribe within the past three (3) years.

   •    Must have a juris doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

   •    No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving a crime of moral turpitude.

   •    Must be able to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and Westlaw. 

   •    Must have a valid driver’s license. 

Apply online at fsst-nsn.gov

(Click Human Resources Tab and Employment)

Must submit to a background check under PL 101.630, and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

May attach resume to Tribal Application.

Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472). Verification must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. Consideration will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible.

Direct questions to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org.