Assistant General Counsel I/Prosecutor

We are currently looking for a Full Time Assistant General Counsel I/Prosecutor to join our Supervisory Prosecutor Ada team located at the Carl Albert Service Center working . Summary: The Prosecutor represents the Chickasaw Nation in the prosecution of criminal, juvenile deprived and juvenile delinquency cases brought in the Chickasaw Nation District Court. Coordinate with the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police for investigations, evaluation of evidence, and case preparation. Provide case intake on new cases received for tribal prosecution. Assist with development of prosecution and case management protocols, policies and procedures. Input case information into an electronic prosecution case management system. Responsibilities: Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner Greets and engages with a smile Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomes Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment Maintains and promotes professionalism Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards Maintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc. Appear in the Chickasaw Nation District Court and represent the Chickasaw Nation in the prosecution of adults, juveniles committing criminal/delinquent offenses within the Chickasaw Nation jurisdiction Conduct all case preparation necessary to bring charges on behalf of the Chickasaw Nation Draft legal documents for cases assigned to the Prosecutor, which includes criminal complaints, motions, proposed orders, legal briefs, jury instructions, sentencing recommendations and other legal documents on a regular basis Advise the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police regarding investigations, evaluating evidence, case preparation and preparation of legal documents, including subpoenas, search warrants, arrest warrants and pick-up orders Makes regular court appearances for initial appearances, criminal hearings, bench trials and jury trials Performs all other duties as assigned Competencies: Essential: Able to follow instructions, both written and oral Ensures compliance Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines Understand Native American culture and tribal programs Understand Chickasaw law and law enforcement regulations Knowledge of federal, state and local law and law enforcement regulations Knowledge and understanding of electronic prosecution case management Knowledge of Indian Child Welfare Act and Statutes Ability to multitask Define problems, collect data and establish facts Establishes professional working relationships as appropriate Works well within a team Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management Keeps written records Skills: Essential: Basic Computer skills Must be familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of products Experience: Essential: 1 year directly related experience Education: Essential: Juris Doctorate Credentials: Essential: Chickasaw Bar Association Standard Driver's License Pass general background check Working Conditions: Essential: Works in an office setting Computers, printers, phones High pressure Sometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach Use computer up to 50% of shift Sometimes lift and or carry up to 25 lbs Sitting up to 50% of shift May work day shift Work Location: In person

Location: Ada, Oklahoma, US

Posted Date: 10/13/2025