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JOB - Posted 11/01/06
Position Announcement - Staff Attorney ACLU Foundation of Arizona
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Arizona seeks applicants for a full-time Staff Attorney position in Phoenix.
ACLU of Arizona: Founded in 1959, the ACLU of Arizona has more than 8500 members and supporters in Arizona. The ACLU of Arizona is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to the defense of the Bill of Rights. Our staff of four employees and numerous volunteers work in a fast-paced, friendly office located in bustling midtown Phoenix. The ACLU of Arizona is an affiliate of the National ACLU – the nation’s foremost organization defending and advancing civil liberties and civil rights principles through advocacy, litigation, legislative lobbying, and public education programs.
The Work We Do: The ACLU litigates a broad range of constitutional cases in federal and state court including, but not limited to, free speech, religious freedom, reproductive rights, LGBT issues, equal protection, due process, and privacy rights.
The Job: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the staff attorney will administer the statewide legal program, which is based in our ACLU of Arizona offices in Phoenix. The staff attorney could personally engage in litigation up to 25% of the time.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinating the legal intake process by reviewing and evaluating requests for legal assistance;
Staffing and providing relevant information to the ACLU-AZ Legal Panel of the Board of Directors;
Coordinating all ACLU litigation in Arizona and monitoring the progress of cases undertaken by the ACLU-AZ;
Recruiting and supervising law students interns;
Conducting litigation in federal and state court, including, discovery, briefs, trials, appellate work and amicus briefs (usually in conjunction with volunteer attorneys);
Researching civil liberties issues, writing legal memoranda and letters;
Recruiting volunteer attorneys and acting as co-counsel with ACLU volunteer attorneys;
Preparing reports on litigation activities to the Executive Director, Legal Panel, and ACLU-AZ Board of Directors; and
Maintaining the legal docket (including an on-line and newsletter docket).
At the direction of the Executive Director, the Staff Attorney also occasionally will be asked to:
Research and prepare legislative testimony and/or fact check public education brochures informing people of their rights;
Engage in public education and speaking in order to articulate ACLU views to the public and the media on a broad range of issues; and
Travel (for which reimbursement is provided) to attend local meetings and, periodically, statewide or national meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A J.D. with at least 2-3 years of legal experience; Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience in constitutional or public interest law.
Applicant must be licensed to practice in at least one jurisdiction; membership in good standing in the Arizona Bar is preferred.
Excellent analytical, writing and speaking skills;
Applicant should be self-motivated and have a commitment to civil liberties and civil rights;
Applicant must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability and willingness to function as a member of the team;
Applicant must be skilled in managerial and administrative tasks, including supervising volunteers and coordinating with others inside and outside the ACLU;
Applicant must have an understanding of organizations and the ability to work effectively with others in a number of different capacities; and
Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
Compensation: Salary up to $50,000 per annum. ACLU-AZ provides excellent benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance with generous vacation, holiday and sick leave policies. Qualifying employees participate in employer paid pension fund and employee funded 401 (K).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please send a cover letter that illustrates your commitment to civil liberties and civil rights, a current resume, a legal writing sample, proof of bar admission in any jurisdiction (a copy of a bar admission card will suffice), and contact information for three professional references to:
Alessandra Soler Meetze
Executive Director
ACLU of Arizona
Re: Staff Attorney Position
P.O. Box 17148
Phoenix, AZ 85011-0148
Starting November 27, 2006, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
(Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this job posting).
The ACLU of Arizona is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
We have a Field Coordinator position available as well. To view the job posting, visit: http://www.acluaz.org/
JOB - Posted 10/31/06
The ADC Sr. Business Manager will support the strategy for the company’s Rural/Native American community development work. Specific responsibilities include:
• Monitor progress in Rural/Native American Projects by developing and monitoring performance measurements.
• Resolve operational and resource bottlenecks to ensure progress.
• Oversee implementation of customer and key stakeholder surveys to assess accomplishments.
• Support relevant corporate and individual community strategies.
• Support the Rural/Native American Project selection process, including application completion and review.
• Provide “best practice” examples and “cutting-edge” research to Community Business Centers including internal and external data sources that provide geo-demographic factors or economic indicators that may impact individual development strategies or FM’s business (e.g. competitive product implementation/availability).
JOB - Posted 10/31/06
PROJECT DIRECTOR – STUDY OF THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE IN INDIAN COUNTRY
UCLA School of Law
UCLA School of Law’s Native Nations Law and Policy Center seeks a Project Director for a two-year study of the administration of justice in Indian country. Principal Investigators for the project, which is funded by the National Institute of Justice, are Professor Carole Goldberg (Law, UCLA), Professor Duane Champagne (Sociology, UCLA), and Professor Kevin Washburn (Law, University of Minnesota). The Project Director will assist the Principal Investigators with the design, implementation, execution, and reporting of the project, including securing necessary permissions from human subjects boards, and managing the collection, analysis, and reporting of data. The Project Director will also recruit, train, manage, and supervise student researchers in the collection, analysis, and coding of data. In addition, the Project Director will plan and organize research site visits, conduct qualitative interviews at the sites, and manage student interviewers. Requirements include an advanced degree in a related discipline (e.g., Law, Sociology, Criminology), experience working in tribal communities, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with qualitative research methods. Starting date is January 1, 2007 or shortly thereafter. Salary range is $50,000-$60,000, depending on qualifications and experience, plus an excellent benefits package. Applicants must submit a letter of application, a CV, two letters of recommendation, and a graduate school transcript. To ensure full consideration, completed applications must be received by November 7, 2006. Position is open until filled.
Interested persons should apply to:
UCLA School of Law is an equal opportunity employer with a special interest in enriching its intellectual environment through diversity.
JOB - Posted 10/16/06
Career opportunity as a "Contract Specialist" with the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Gallup, NM
Contract Specialist, GS-1102-9/11 Announcement No.: CA-07-02
Pos. # 2301203, Entral Office Administration
Division of Acquisition, Navajo Acquisition Office
Gallup, New Mexico
Opening Date: 09/29/06
Closing Date: 10/19/06
JOB - Posted 10/3/06
STAFF ATTORNEY
DEFENSE SERVICES OFFICE
GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
Sacaton, Arizona
THE OFFICE: There are 2 to 3 vacancies for staff attorneys for Defense Services Office due to expansion of the three (3) year old office. We are located in Sacaton, Arizona within the exterior boundaries of the Gila River Indian Community (bordering the Phoenix metro area). We offer legal representation to adult and juvenile Community members before the Tribal courts. Emphasis is on criminal law at this time.
THE JOB: DSO attorneys are responsible for all phases of criminal defense from providing consultation, conducting interviews of witnesses and police, investigation, trials to handling appeals. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to conduct bench and or jury trials for a variety of offenses. This is a great chance to hone writing skills on motions and appeals. We also provide representation in juvenile matters.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the Arizona State Bar in good standing (any jurisdiction) OR be licensed in the State of Arizona within one (1) year of hire. Must possess good driving record.
COMPENSATION: Salary begins at $57,011 + D.O.E.; great benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Announcement opens September 27, 2006 for 15 days. Please send your resume, Motor Vehicle Record (30 months +), and application with job announcement number 2006-691 to:
Human Resources
Gila River Indian Community
P.O. Box 97
Sacaton, Arizona, 85247
http://www.gric.nsn.us/ for the application
JOB - Posted 9/12/06
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER (R/FT)
Salary: RANGE P08-$33,675.20 ANNUALLY
Opening Date: 9/11/2006
Department: HUMAN RESOURCES/OED&C
Closing Date: 09/22/2006
Location: TAHLEQUAH
Link to CN website or job announcement below:
Mark A. Skinner, MS, PHR
OEDC Administrator
Cherokee Nation Human Resources
918-453-5665
918-207-7994 (cell)
JOB - Posted 9/6/06
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
SOUTHERN ARIZONA LEGAL AID, INC
FULL-TIME STAFF ATTORNEY
LAKESIDE, AZ OFFICE
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc has an immediate opening for a staff attorney in its Lakeside office. The program serves nine counties in Arizona and eleven Indian Reservations. The Lakeside office serves Navajo, Gila and Apache Counties, in Northeastern Arizona. The office is located in the cool and scenic White Mountain area, with outstanding recreational opportunities for hiking, skiing, fishing and hunting. The staff consists of two attorneys, a paralegal, and support staff. The practice involves a wide range of civil representation and litigation on behalf of low income people in state and federal courts as well as civil representation in the White Mountain Apache tribal court. Some travel to other communities in Navajo, Gila and Apache counties is required, as well as working in SALA's Whiteriver office as necessary.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1. Applicants must be a member of the Arizona Bar or eligible for admittance pursuant to Arizona Supreme Court Rule 38 (applicants licensed 2 years in another jurisdiction may practice for legal aid by special rule) and have two to five years experience as an attorney.
2. Applicants must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the problems of the low income community and should be able to work with low income and community groups.
3. Applicants should be knowledgeable in the area of general civil practice and specifically general civil practice on behalf of the poor community.
4. Must have valid Arizona driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Staff Attorney will be responsible for the provision of legal services to indigent individuals and eligible groups. The duties may include any of the following tasks: interviewing clients; giving legal advice, case intake and file maintenance, keeping current on the state of the law and procedures within their areas of practice, doing legal research, preparing and drafting legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and appeals, representing clients in court, administrative agencies, and other appropriate forums; participating in training activities and community legal education. May be required to perform any other legal related duties as requested or assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.
SALARY RANGE $29809 - $48,669 Closing Date: Open until filled
Up to 5% additional compensation available to individuals fluent in Spanish. SALA provides financial assistance to attorneys responsible for law school loans. SALA has an excellent benefits package including health insurance, pension plan and generous leave provisions.
SALA, INC. is firmly committed to the policy of affording equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, disability, religion, national origin, sex, age or sexual preference.
Please submit resume, references and writing sample to:
BRUCE PLENK
DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY
SOUTHERN ARIZONA LEGAL AID, INC.
64 E BROADWAY BLVD
TUCSON AZ 85701
520 623-9465 EXT 4131; FAX 520 884-5821
Email:bplenk@sazlegalaid.org
JOB - Posted 9/1/06
Job Title: Assistant Prosecutor
Where: Ak-Chin Indian Community
Salary: $52,716-$61,942
For more information:
JOB - Posted 8/24/06
Subject: Attorney position opening at Rosebud Sioux Tribal Land
Enterprise
In-House Attorney Position
The Rosebud Sioux Tribal Land Enterprise is seeking an attorney
experienced in and dedicated to Indian land-related issues. TLE has
been consolidating fractionated lands on the Rosebud since 1943, and
manages tribal lands on behalf of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. The TLE
attorney works with the Executive Director but reports directly to the
TLE Board of Directors. Requirements: J.D. and membership in good
standing in a state bar, preferably South Dakota, and
willingness to be admitted to the Sicangu Oyate Bar and if necessary,
the South Dakota Bar. At least 3-5 years of practice in the field of
federal Indian law. Experience in the following areas preferred:
Indian land management, water rights, economic development, and trust
reform. Experience in land acquisition and/or fee into trust
transactions a substantial plus. Very competitive salary depending on
experience. Indian preference applies. Submit cover letter, resume,
names and phone numbers of three references, and short (5-7 page)
writing sample to Tribal Land Enterprise, P.O. Box 159, Rosebud, SD
57570, or fax to (605) 747-2400. If you have questions, call TLE at
(605) 747-2371.
JOB - Posted 8/09/06
Position opening at Rosebud Sioux Tribal Land Enterprise:
In-House Attorney Position
The Rosebud Sioux Tribal Land Enterprise is seeking an attorney experienced in and dedicated to Indian land-related issues. TLE has been consolidating fractionated lands on the Rosebud since 1943, and manages tribal lands on behalf of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. The TLE attorney works with the Executive Director but reports directly to the TLE Board of Directors. Requirements: J.D. and membership in good standing in a state bar, preferably South Dakota, and willingness to be admitted to the Sicangu Oyate Bar and if necessary, the South Dakota Bar. At least 3-5 years of practice in the field of federal Indian law. Experience in the following areas preferred: Indian land management, water rights, economic development, and trust reform. Experience in land acquisition and/or fee into trust transactions a substantial plus. Very competitive salary depending on experience. Indian preference applies. Submit cover letter, resume, names and phone numbers of three references, and short (5-7 page) writing sample to Tribal Land Enterprise, P.O. Box 159, Rosebud, SD 57570, or fax to (605) 747-2400. If you have questions, call TLE at (605) 747-2371.
JOB - Posted 8/07/06
Little River Band of Ottawa Indians
Tribal Government
375 River Street
Manistee, MI 49660
231 723 8288
Title: Chief Legislative Counsel
Summary: To provide guidance and direction for the Legislative Legal Department and legal counsel to the Tribal Council
Qualifications:
" J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school and 5 years experience with a major law firm or legal department
" Demonstrative knowledge of Constitutional Law and Federal Indian Law practices
" Strong administrative management experience in the legal field
" Admitted to practice in Michigan or other state bar, must obtain Michigan Bar within one year of employment
" Strong knowledge of litigation, employment law and business law
" Valid drivers license throughout employment
Preferred:
" Active member in Community/Statewide/Federal professional memberships
" Knowledge of Tribal Law
" Strong computer skills with experience in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets
" Excellent project management skills
" Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
" Excellent written and verbal communication skills
" Excellent interpersonal communication skills
" Accurate and detail-oriented
" Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
" Displays professional leadership qualities and the ability to manage all situations
" Must be able to manage departmental budget and control labor and expenses
" Able to maintain high confidentiality
" Able to independently manage multiple tasks in a professional manner
" Able to work well in a team environment
" Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships to analyze the legal ramifications of existing and proposed governmental policies, procedures and best practices
" Ability to negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations
Salary: This is a Level 8, Exempt - Salary - Employment Contracted Position
Individuals, who are interested in the above position, please submit a resume and completed application to the Human Resources Department. Questions should be directed to the Human Resources Department.
JOB - Posted 8/07/06
JobTitle: District Court Judge
Contact: Edward B. Martin
Employer: Navajo Nation Judicial Branch
Address1: Post Office Box 520
CityStateZip: Window Rock, AZ 86515
Phone: 928-871-6762
Fax: 928-871-6761
AcceptingCalls: Yes
Salary: $57,137 per annum
Hours: 40 plus
Description: The Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation has three (3) vacancies for a District Court Judge of the Navajo Nation.
Position Jobsite location is to be determined by the Chief Justice. Basic qualification requirements: Navajo tribal membership; over 30 years of age; an Associate of Arts or Science degree; current regular or inactive membership in good standing with the Navajo Nation Bar Association. Base probation salary is $57,137 per annum with a salary increase when permanent status is attained. The Navajo Nation Judicial Branch provides excellent benefits to employees, including a health insurance plan, a life insurance plan, worker's compensation plan, paid leave and paid holidays, and retirement with optional 401K savings plan. Contact Edward B. Martin, Director of Judicial Administration, at telephone number (928) 871-6762, by fax number (928) 871-6761, or e-mail at edmartin@navajo.org to request a packet which includes an application form and Title 7 N.N.C. Section 354, Qualifications for Judicial Appointment (2003), and other information including information on benefits.
A completed (current) application with all required supporting documents must be received at the Administrative Office of the Courts, Post Office Box 520, Window Rock, Arizona, 86515 by 5:00 p.m., August 21, 2006, or until filled.
Navajo Preference and Navajo Veterans Preference Laws Applicable.
Experience: 3L,Graduate,Current Bar Members,Taking Next Bar,Bar Passage
Submit: Resume,Cover Letter,Writing Sample,References
SubmitOther:
SendBy: Mail,Fax,Email
Deadline: 5:00 p.m., August 21, 2006
JOB - Posted 7/25/06
NORTHWEST JUSTICE PROJECT
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
STATEWIDE NATIVE AMERICAN ADVOCACY COORDINATOR
The Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is seeking applications from qualified persons to work in the capacity of a statewide advocacy coordinator primarily related to the program’s legal representation and advocacy on behalf of Washington’s Indian communities and populations. The position will support both NJP’s Indian law specialized Native American Unit as well as field office and brief service advocate staff in their work on behalf of Indian people within the local service area. Service responsibilities will be statewide and will require significant travel to reservation communities and NJP field offices throughout Washington state. A description of the job responsibilities and desired qualifications follows:
The Native American Advocacy Coordinator will be responsible for supporting high quality client representation in substantive legal areas of specialized Indian Law practice as well as in general legal practice areas that have a significant impact on Indian people and communities, through: Planning; facilitation; case/project management and implementation; training/professional development of legal staff; coordinating with Indian service providers and Indian Law entities and advocates throughout the state; and, leading significant and collaborative outreach efforts to reservations in Washington. The Native American Advocacy Coordinator will work as part of a statewide team committed to technical advocacy support and professional development needs of program staff and other advocates within the statewide Alliance for Equal Justice and will assist NJP’s Native American Unit and field staff in the provision of high quality representation to Washington's Native American/Indian people.
Job Functions:
- Identify, assess and communicate emerging issues, unmet client focused legal needs, including needs unique to Indian populations and communities that experience particular barriers to accessing the justice systems, and develop and promote effective advocacy strategies in cooperation with program staff, administration and equal justice partners.
- Facilitate the work of the statewide Indian Law related advocacy task force and work groups, and individual advocates, and coordinate with Washington’s Alliance for Equal Justice partners to develop and promote effective strategies to maximize client service delivery and identify, articulate and be accountable to case service priorities for the Native American Unit and statewide service delivery.
- Assist individual advocates, task forces, work groups, in conjunction with others as appropriate, in defining and obtaining client representational objectives, including resolving potential inconsistencies in client representation strategies, funding source compliance requirements, professional responsibility and ethical obligations, and/or competing interests of client communities; co-counseling; and, otherwise serving as a resource to help advocates address client needs.
- Provide limited direct representation to consistent with client needs and the case priorities of the Native American Unit.
- Support and strengthen non-litigation advocacy projects including community legal education and prevention efforts, training and development of legal advocacy resource materials, assisting with maintaining web based client information and advocate resource materials, client/community/program relations, collaboration with the Indian bar and tribal court-related access to justice activities, and similar activities that promote and expand access to justice for low income Indian persons throughout the state.
- Coordinate and assist staff and local equal justice partners with regional and state planning to assure incorporation of Indian legal needs and service delivery strategies in priority setting, outreach, and coordination on local, regional, and statewide service delivery.
- Work with advocate staff to assess professional development needs and performance, and develop training partnerships with other civil legal services providers statewide, expand expertise, and consistent with the State Plan, increase the capacity of equal justice partners in a manner that encourages and promotes access to justice for low income Indian persons throughout the state.
- Regularly assess client representation and advocacy activities to ensure the most effective, efficient, economical and accountable use of program resources consistent with the program mission and Washington Access To Justice Board's Hallmarks and State Plan.
- Maintain awareness of relevant national developments, including proposed or pending legislation and litigation; contribute as appropriate to pertinent activities of national groups including the National Association of Indian Legal Services (NAILS) and the Native American Rights Fund (NARF).
Capabilities:
- An understanding of the civil equal justice legal needs of low-income Indian people and communities, including the unique needs of Native populations and of effective approaches and methods for addressing those needs.
- Significant expertise in Indian Law. Desired expertise in at least one other relevant area of substantive law impacting the civil legal needs areas most often confronting low income Indian persons, including education, health care, community economic development, and/or access to justice issues.
- Significant litigation and other relevant advocacy experience in tribal courts and all levels of state and federal court, and administrative forums.
- Ability to effectively communicate, to motivate others, and to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people with varying perspectives, experience and expertise, and demonstrated cultural competence with Indian communities.
- Initiative, creativity and problem solving abilities; not averse to risk, and able to embrace change and uncertainty.
- Ability and willingness to learn and integrate new technologies and methodologies to efficiently perform responsibilities.
- Law degree and license to practice in Washington.
- Minimum of five years legal experience in Indian Law or tribal courts.
SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary is dependent on experience. NJP offers an attractive benefits package, including medical and disability coverage, student loan repayment and retirement contribution.
APPLICATIONS: SEND LETTER OF INTEREST, RESUME, REFERENCES TO:
Attn: Susan Encherman, Hiring Coordinator
Northwest Justice Project
401 2nd. Ave. S., Suite 407
Seattle, Washington 89104
(206) 464-1519 x.250
WRITING SAMPLES SHOULD BE SUBMITTED ONLY ON REQUEST.
Applicants should send a current resume, including list of recent relevant case work, letter of interest describing areas of specialized expertise, and list of references to:Sue Encherman, Director of Administration at Northwest Justice Project, 401 2nd Avenue South, Suite 407, Seattle, Washington, 98104. For more information contact Deborah Perluss at (206) 464-1519, ext. 251. Application period is open until filled.
JOB - Posted 07/17/06
FULL-TIME PARALEGAL/TRIBAL COURT ADVOCATE
SELLS OFFICE-TOHONO O’ODHAM LEGAL SERVICES
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. (SALA) is seeking applicants for the position of paralegal /tribal court advocate in its Sells Office (Tohono O’odham Legal Services).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. Applicants must have one year experience as an advocate in some capacity. Preferred experience includes work with administrative law, tribal government, a court system, a law office or a governmental agency, preferably assisting low income clients. Previous legal services experience helpful.
2. Applicants must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the problems of Native Americans and the low income community in particular and should be able to work with low income and community groups. They should have initiative, good communication skills and the ability to work well in a multi-cultural setting.
3. Applicants should be familiar with or willing to learn about issues on the Tohono O’odham Reservation and should generally be familiar with issues involving advocacy on behalf of poor people.
Applicants who speak Tohono O’odham will be given preference. Up to a 5% salary premium will be awarded for additional language proficiency.
Applicants must be admitted to or be eligible for admission to the Tohono O’Odham Courts.
Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The paralegal/tribal court advocate will work with and under the supervision of an attorney. Duties will include interviewing potential clients, performing case intake and file maintenance, drafting affidavits and other documents, gathering evidence and/or documentation for cases, conducting clinics/workshops, participating in the community legal education program of SALA, doing legal research, representing clients in tribal courts and administrative tribunals, doing outreach presentations on the Tohono O’odham Reservation and in rural Pima County, and assisting staff attorneys in presenting cases in state and tribal courts.
The paralegal/tribal court advocate may be required to perform clerical and other office duties as requested by the Director of Advocacy.
SALARY RANGE: $20,440 + per year, DOE Closing Date: Open until filled
SALA, INC. is firmly committed to the policy of affording equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, disability, religion, national origin, sex, age or sexual preference.
ALL INQUIRIES AND RESUMES SHOULD BE SENT TO:
Bruce Plenk
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
64 E. Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 623-9465 / FAX (520) 620-0443
e-mail bplenk@sazlegalaid.org
JOB - Posted 07/14/06
Assistant Attorney General III and Assistant Attorney General
For more information: Call Tohono O'Odham Nation, Office of Attorney General, 520 383 3410
JOB - Posted 07/12/06
Legal Director - California Indian Legal Services
for more information go to:
JOB - Posted 07/10/06
JOB - Posted 06/12/2006
Job Title: Associate General Counsel
Contact: clarence chee
Employer: Navajo Housing Authority
Address: PO Box # 4980
CityStateZip: Window Rock, AZ. 86515
Website: hooghan.org
Phone: 928-871-2600
Fax: 928-871-2635
AcceptingCalls: Yes
Salary: $29.8779 p/h
Hours: M-F 8-5
Description: Under general supervision of the General Counsel, assists in providing legal representation in all fields of law applicable to the Navajo Housing Authority, including the Board of Commissioners, Executive Officers, Division Directors, and staff, and represents the Navajo Housing Authority before all federal, state, local and tribal agencies and courts.
Experience: Graduate,Current Bar Members
Submit: Resume,Transcript,Writing Sample,References
SubmitOther: NHA application off web site: hooghan.org and copy of degree/certification
SendBy: Mail,Fax,Email
Deadline: June 30, 2006
JOB - Posted 05/22/2006
Yavapai-Apache Nation located in Camp Verde, Arizona
is hiring for the following position:
Attorney General
The Attorney General will be providing legal advice on a wide range of governmental issues affecting the Yavapai-Apache Nation, its tribal departments, economic enterprises and legislatively-created boards and commissions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have at least 10 years legal experience and be a member in good standing of Arizona Bar.
Ability to competently handle wide range of complex transactional and litigation matters.
Prior legal experience in areas of Indian housing, environmental issues. ICWA, employment law, Indian Gaming, contracts, taxation, jurisdictional issues, and economic development in Indian Country.
Must have litigation experience and familiarity with court rules and procedures.
Must have skills interpreting case law, codes, ordinances and administrative rules.
Must have the ability to manage law office staff and maintain department budget.
Must be committed to concept of tribal sovereignty and Indian self determination.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Will need to handle a heavy workload, including review of complex business transactions, contracts and proposals and litigation.
Will represent the Nation in tribal, state and federal court actions.
Interfaces with federal, state and other governmental agencies on behalf of the Nation.
Drafts ordinances, code revisions, resolutions, and legal opinions.
Oversees work of Special Counsel, ensuring cost effective utilization.
Supervises law office staff and administers departmental budget as approved by Tribal Council.
To apply and see a full job description, contact Yavapai-Apache Nation, Human Resources at (928) 567-1073 or email your resume to egarcia@yan-tribe.org or you can mail your resume to 2400 W. Datsi St., Camp Verde, AZ 86322, Attention Human Resources.
Closing Dates: June 30, 2006 Salary Range: Depending on Experience; Full-time
INDIAN PREFERENCE:
Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit you Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.
Success candidate must pass a drug screening and background check.
JOB - Posted 05/19/2006
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
FULL-TIME STAFF ATTORNEY
SELLS OFFICE
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. (SALA) is hiring a Staff Attorney for its Sells office. The attorney to be hired will be required to undertake a variety of civil cases in state court as well as tribal court. SALA provides services to the poverty community of nine counties in southeastern Arizona. The Native American component also serves eleven tribal communities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. Applicants must be a member of the Arizona Bar (applicants licensed 2 years in another jurisdiction may practice by special rule); two years of experience; experience in legal services preferred; experience in tribal courts helpful.
2. Must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the problems of the low income community and should be able to work with low income and community groups. Should have initiative, good communication skills and the ability to work well in a multi cultural setting.
3. Should be knowledgeable in the area of general civil practice and specifically general civil practice on behalf of the poor community.
4. Bilingual English\Spanish helpful
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Staff Attorney will be responsible for the provision of legal services to indigent individuals and eligible groups. The duties may include any of the following tasks: i.e. interviewing clients; giving legal advice, case intake and file maintenance, keeping current on the state of the law and procedures within their areas of practice, doing legal research, preparing and drafting legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and appeals, representing clients in court, administrative agencies, and other appropriate forums; participate in training activities as trainee or trainer; participates in the community legal education program of SALA. May be required to perform any other legal related duties as requested or assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.
SALARY RANGE $28,390 - $48,669 Closing Date: Open until filled
Up to 5% additional compensation available to individuals fluent in Spanish. SALA provides financial assistance to attorneys responsible for law school loans. SALA has an excellent benefits package including, health insurance, pension plan and generous leave provisions.
SALA, INC. is firmly committed to the policy of affording equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, disability, religion, national origin, sex, age or sexual preference.
ALL INQUIRIES AND RESUMES SHOULD BE FOR BRUCE PLENK
DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY
SOUTHERN ARIZONA LEGAL AID, INC.
64 E BROADWAY BLVD
TUCSON AZ 85701
JOBS - Posted 05/15/2006
ASSISTANT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY
UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
Western District of Oklahoma
06-WDOK-07
About the Office: There is a vacancy for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Criminal Division of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Oklahoma located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Criminal Division consists of 26 attorneys.
Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: AUSAs work closely with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to enforce federal criminal laws in all 40 counties within the Western District of Oklahoma. AUSAs are responsible for all phases of criminal prosecution from providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating criminal charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and trials, and handling appeals. The successful applicant will be assigned to one of four teams within the Criminal Division handling counter terrorism and national security, violent crimes and narcotics trafficking, white-collar and public corruption crime, and other federal major crimes.
Qualifications: Required qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the Bar in good standing (any jurisdiction), and have at least 3 plus years of legal practice experience post-J.D.
Preferred qualifications: Applicants should possess first-rate analytical abilities, good judgment, strong writing skills and excellent communication and courtroom skills. Applicants should exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and the employees of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. Trial experience is desirable.
Travel: Occasional travel within and outside the District will be required.
Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorneys' pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number years of professional attorney experience.
Location: The office is located in private lease space in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Recreational, cultural and entertainment attractions are easily accessible by local trolley, including the Cox Convention Center, the Bricktown entertainment district with restaurants and shops on the Canal, the Botanical Gardens, and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
Application Process and Deadline Date: Please send your resumes to:
Robert J. Troester, First Assistant U.S. Attorney
U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District, Oklahoma
210 Park Avenue, Suite 400
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102
Position is open until filled.
Internet Sites: This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.usdoj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.html
Department Policies: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed. See 28 U.S.C. § 545 for district-specific information.
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, status as a parent, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or personal favoritism. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the United States Attorneys’ Offices. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, non-U.S. citizens may apply for employment with other organizations, but should be advised that appointments of non-U.S. citizens are extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
There is no formal rating system for applying veterans’ preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans’ preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans’ preference are encouraged to include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214 or other substantiating documents) to their submissions.
JOBS - Posted 05/04.2006
Gila River Indian Community, Sacaton
POSITION: SENIOR COUNSEL
Gila River Indian Community, Sacaton
POSITION: PROSECUTOR II
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The Quinault Indian Nationis recruiting for a full-time prosecuting attorney. This is a contract position located in Taholah, Washington. The successful candidate will have experience in criminal, minor-in-need-of-care, and ICWA cases. Prefer experience practicing in tribal courts. Must be willing to live on or near the reservation. Pay DOE. Will need to submit résumé and writing sample to QIN HR. For more information, please contact QIN HR at 360-276-8211 ext. 250.
Attorney:Yakama Nation Office of Legal Counsel. Attorney will serve as legal counsel to the YN Tribal Council and government as a whole. Representation includes appearances before tribal, state, federal courts and other hearing bodies and encompasses many subject areas. Knowledge of Indian law, research formulate and present legal issues ideas and arguments. Strong litigation skills. Require minimum of four years' legal experience, two years' Indian law. Requires Admission to WSBA and drug test. Apply: JA #2006-124 YN Personnel 509-865-5121, X4833 Closing: 05/09/06.
Attorney needed to provide the Quinault Nationwith an array of legal services plus handling complex legal affairs, including initiating and defending legal actions on the part of the Nation. Must have a J.D degree from accredited law school, member of WSBA and in good standing, and pass background check. Must be willing to live on or near the Quinault Reservation, have minimum seven years' experience as a tribal attorney or in Indian law. Appreciation of tribal cultures, with a preference to those with experience working in a tribal community. Management experience in a law firm or legal environment preferred. For more info, please contact QIN HR at 360-276-8211 ext. 250 or e-mail gfrancis@quinault.org. Position will close when filled.
JOBS - Posted 04/19/2006 Updated 6/23/2006
AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY
Human Resources
42507 W. Peters & Nail Road
Maricopa, Arizona 85239
Telephone: 520.568.1050 · Fax: 520.568.1051
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Job Announcement
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Job Title: Public Defender
Salary: $64,230 - $75,470 per annum
Reports to: Community Operations Manager
Supervises: Not a Supervisory position
Summary: Under general direction, represents, defends, and advises indigent defendants, misdemeanor and civil dependency cases, and conducts all phases of litigation from preparation through trial and appeal. This is treated as a FLSA exempt position.
Minimum Qualifications: Three to six years experience in litigation, to include one year of legal research and trial work related to criminal litigation. Must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited university, and be licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona.
Hiring preference will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with Indian Preference (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or other non-merit factors. Applicants wishing to claim Indian Preference must submit a Certificate of Indian Blood at the time of application.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Defends indigent clients charged with misdemeanor offenses in Ak-Chin Tribal Court, including driving under the influence, theft, assault, etc.
- Represents parents in civil dependency (Child in Need of Care) cases.
- Performs job related legal research in areas of criminal law and civil dependency cases.
- Plans and implements policies and direction for indigent defense services.
- Drafts legal documents for all stages of criminal and civil dependency cases.
- Consults with clients, interviews witnesses and potential witnesses.
- Participates in plea and case negotiations and pre-trial discovery with prosecutors.
- Prepares a variety of fiscal and administrative reports.
- Maintains a record of all services rendered.
- Trains and supervises others as assigned.
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Knowledge of Indian law and tribal legal systems.
- Knowledge of tribal legal procedure.
- Ability to represent clients in court.
- Ability to perform legal research using Westlaw and other research material.
- Ability to write legal briefs accurately and concisely.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with tribal court officials, prosecutors, Tribal Council and other Community officials.
- Familiarity with the Ak-Chin Community codes.
Closing Date: Open until filled. Review of applications will be Friday, May 5, 2006. Please submit a complete and signed Ak-Chin Indian Community application (additional resume optional) to: Human Resources Director
Ak-Chin Indian Community
42507 W. Peters and Nail Rd.
Maricopa, AZ 85239
Email: resumes@ak-chin.nsn.us
The Ak-Chin Indian Community is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.
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JOBS - Posted 04/10/2006
Yavapai-Apache Nation located in Camp Verde, Arizona is hiring for the following position: Attorney General
The Attorney General will be providing legal advice on a wide range of governmental issues affecting the Yavapai-Apache Nation, its tribal departments, economic enterprises and legislatively-created boards and commissions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have at least 10 years legal experience and be a member in good standing of Arizona Bar.
- Ability to competently handle wide range of complex transactional and litigation matters.
- Prior legal experience in areas of Indian housing, environmental issues. ICWA, employment law, Indian Gaming, contracts, taxation, jurisdictional issues, and economic development in Indian Country.
- Must have litigation experience and familiarity with court rules and procedures.
- Must have skills interpreting case law, codes, ordinances and administrative rules.
- Must have the ability to manage law office staff and maintain department budget.
- Must be committed to concept of tribal sovereignty and Indian self determination.
To apply and see a full job description, contact Yavapai-Apache Nation, Human Resources at (928) 567-1062 or email your resume to mailto:egarcia@yan-tribe.orgor you can mail your resume to 2400 W. Datsi St., Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Closing Dates: April 21 , 2006 Salary Range: Depending on Experience; Full-time
INDIAN PREFERENCE:
Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit you Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.
Success candidate must pass a drug screening and background check.
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JOBS - Posted 04/02/2006
Contact: Daniel Jongeling
Employer: Dakota Plains Legal Services
Address1: PO Box 727
CityStateZip: Mission, SD 57555
Phone: 605-856-4444
Fax: 605-856-2075
AcceptingCalls: Yes
JobTitle: Staff Attorney
Salary: DOE
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Description: DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES
Job Description
POSITION: Staff Attorney
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The staff attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in civil cases in accordance with program guidelines and the Code of Professional Responsibility. Staff attorneys occasionally receive criminal appointments from state courts, and represent such clients accordingly.
SPECIFIC TASKS:
1. Circuit rides to outlying communities on a schedule set up by the Managing Attorney in order to provide legal services to persons served by the Branch Office.
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2. Interviews, advises and represents eligible clients on civil matters.
3. Reviews and supervises the work product of non-attorney staff members relating to all clients being advised or represented by him/her.
4. In coordination with the Managing Attorney, communicates and establishes contacts with courts, local and state bar associations, Tribes, community agencies and local client groups.
5. Attends and participates in program training activities.
RELATIONSHIPS:
1. Reports directly to the Managing Attorney of the Branch Office.
GENERAL STANDARDS:
1. Graduate of an accredited law school.
2. Demonstrable interest in the area of poverty law and working with Native American people and the rural poor.
3. Must be willing to stay with the program for a minimum of two years.
  4. Admitted to practice law, or applying for admission to practice law, in South Dakota.
Experience: Graduate,Current Bar Members,Taking Next Bar,Bar Passage
Submit: Resume,Cover Letter,References
SubmitOther:
SendBy: Mail,Fax,Email
Deadline: Open Until Filled
B1: Submit
EmailID: 5657
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JOBS - Posted 04/02/2006
Contact: Daniel Jongeling
Employer: Dakota Plains Legal Services
Address1: PO Box 727
CityStateZip: Mission, SD 57555
Phone: 605-856-4444
Fax: 605-856-2075
AcceptingCalls: Yes
JobTitle: Executive Director
Salary: DOE
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Description: DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SERVICES
Job Description
POSITION: Executive Director
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Executive Director has overall responsibility for the operation of Dakota Plains Legal Services, including general administration of the program, its fiscal affairs, the securing of funds and the maintaining of funding levels sufficient to meet programmatic needs, personnel management, working with the organized Bar throughout the state, implementing programmatic policies, and providing necessary litigation support.
DUTIES: 1. Developing the program's mission and vision in collaboration with the program's board and staff and providing leadership toward achieving that mission and vision. <;/p>
2. Directing the overall operations of the program in compliance with the policies established by the Board of Directors and the guidelines established by the Legal Services Corporation.
3. Setting program objectives and developing organizational structures and functions consistent with those objectives.
4. Evaluating program performance and effectiveness.
5. Directing the financial matters of the program.
6. Building sustainability into the program by gaining support of stakeholders, using effective marketing techniques, collaborating with other organizations, developing volunteers, and diversifying funding.
7. Motivating staff and overseeing employment hiring and termination, as well as all other personnel-related matters of the program, including maintaining trust, confidence, and good working relationship with the staff.
8. Maintaining the public relations activities of the program, i.e., communicating with and establishing contacts and relationships with the courts, bar associations, legislative bodies, governmental agencies, Tribes, and community organizations will be performed directly by the Director unless otherwise delegated.
9. Providing advice to the Board of Directors on the establishment, development and implementation of policy.
10. Overseeing all contacts and communications with the press.
11. Attending the meetings of Officers and Executive Committees of DPLS.
12. Maintaining program priorities and reasonable case load limitations and quality controls.
13. Answering requests for information from board members and maintaining good relations with client and lawyer board members.
14. Staying informed on issues affecting legal services at the federal, state, and tribal levels.
15. Developing and implementing relevant training programs for staff and board.
16. Developing impact litigation around program objectives, taking initiative on developing program reaction to new issues, and encouraging staff initiatives along this line.
17. Assisting attorneys and paralegals in routine matters which require complex advocacy skills.
18. Maintaining research files and how-to-do-it files to facilitate sharing of work product.
RELATIONSHIPS:
1. Directly accountable to the Officers of the Board of Directors of DPLS.
2. Maintains an effective working relationship with the staff, the Bar and other relevant entities.
GENERAL STANDARDS:
1. Admitted to practice in any jurisdiction for a minimum of four years.
2. Admitted to practice law or applying for admission to practice law, in South Dakota.
3. A minimum of two years administrative experience at a policy-making level in legal services or a legal services program.
4. Must be bondable.
Submit: Resume,Cover Letter
SubmitOther:
SendBy: Mail,Fax,Email
Deadline: May 15, 2006
B1: Submit
EmailID: 5656
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JOBS - Posted 04/02/2006
Contact: Juanita Tarbell, Human Services
Employer: St. Regis Mohawk Tribe
Address1: 412 State Highway 37
Address2: Community Building
CityStateZip: Akwesasne, New York 13655
Website: http://www.stregismohawktribe.com/
Phone: 518 358-2272 Ext. 214
Fax: 518 358-9431
AcceptingCalls: Yes
JobTitle: General Counsel
Salary: Negotiable.
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Description: The Office of the General Counsel of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe provides legal advice, representation, assistance and support to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, its government, departments and enterprises. The General Counsel represents the Tribe in all aspects of tribal government, including but not limited to, commercial transactions, contracts, gaming, application of Environmental and Natural Resources Laws and other Federal Laws relating to Tribal and Reservation agencies and enterprises, federal-state jurisdiction issues, taxation issues, economic development, construction law, employment law, federal administrative proceedings, tribal court jurisdiction issues, hunting and fishing rights, tribal taxation, environmental and natural resource law and policy. J.D. from an accredited law school. Must be admitted to practice in any state for a minimum of five (5) years, with a willingness to obtain a New York State License. At least five (5) years previous legal experience, as well as experience working with federal and state legislation and administrative process required. Litigation experience preferred. Native Preference applies; those applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination.
Experience: Graduate,Bar Passage
Submit: Resume,Cover Letter,References
SubmitOther:
SendBy: Mail,Fax,Email
Deadline: None. Open until position is filled.
B1: Submit
EmailID: 5625
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JOBS - Posted 04/02/2006
POSITION TITLE:
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation's General Counsel
Department:Tribal Attorney’s Office
Reports to:Tribal Council
Definition/Purpose:
Oversee and manage the office of the Tribal Attorney. Provide legal advice to the Fort McDowell
Yavapai Nation Tribal Council, tribal departments and economic enterprises. Represent the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in matters brought in state and Federal court.
Essential Functions:
Essential functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Tasks:
Manages staff of the Tribal Attorney’s Office; supervises, assigns and reviews work of subordinate staff; provides/oversees staff training; prepares and presents budget; monitors expenditures; makes purchasing/procurement recommendations; oversees operation of the Legal Advocate office and staff; works at hours and times outside of normal business hours and days.
Serves as legal advisor to the tribal council, tribal government departments and economic enterprises; provides legal advice and analysis of tribal, state and Federal laws and regulations; drafts and revises the Tribal Constitution, Law and Order Code, other tribal laws, ordinances, and policies; drafts, reviews and recommends changes to contracts; reviews other agreements, proposals; represents the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in state and Federal court actions; performs other duties as assigned or required.
Knowledge/Skills:
· Knowledge of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Constitution, Law and Order Code, Arizona Revised Statutes, Federal Indian Law, Indian Civil Rights Act, Indian Child Welfare Act,
· Knowledge of Indian Gaming Regulatory Law,
· Knowledge of Tribal Case Law, Federal Rules of Evidence;
· Knowledge of contract and employment law;
· Knowledge of state and Federal court protocol, proceedings, and practices;
· Knowledge of legal research utilizing books and electronic research systems;
· Knowledge of the principles of management, administration, supervision;
· Knowledge of the principles of budget, personnel management and record keeping;
· Skill in interpreting and applying complex laws, statutes, ordinances, and rules;
· Skill in drafting complex court orders;
· Skill in managing a high case load consisting of a variety of case types;
· Skill in utilizing a computer and in software capable of word processing;
· Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, state and Federal officials, departments, and agencies.
Minimum Qualifications/Education:
An attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona or an attorney who possesses a license to practice law in another state and obtains a license to practice law in the State of Arizona within 12 months of hire. Three years of experience as a trial attorney or advocate that included administrative/management and/or supervisory responsibilities.
PAY RATE:$115,951.85 to $139,142.21 Per Annum (DOE)
POSITION STATUS:Regular, Full-Time
OPEN DATE:March 9, 2006
CLOSE DATE:Open until filled
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Human Resources Dept. Attention: Recruiter PO Box 17779 Fountain Hills, AZ 85269 Phone: 480-816-7119 Fax: 480-816-0419 E-Mail: Leslie GarrawayINDIAN PREFERENCE:
Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.
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JOBS - Posted 04/02/2006
There is a vacancy in the Crownpoint, New Mexico District Office.
Position: Attorney
Requirements: Licensed in one of four states: AZ, NM, CO, or UT and a member of the Navajo Nation Bar Association or willing to take the next NNBA exam. Applicant must have at least two (2) years of professional legal experience, preferably in criminal law or public defender work.
Contact:
Kathleen Bowman, Director/Attorney
Office of Navajo Public Defender
P. O. Box 3210
Window Rock, AZ
Telephone No. (928) 871-6370
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JOBS - Posted 03/07/2006
Position Opportunity
Title: Tribal Lands Program Director, The Trust for Public Land
Contact: The Trust for Public Land, Attn: Tribal Lands Director Search
806 SW Broadway, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97205
Email: voters@tpl.org
The Tribal Lands Program Director manages all aspects of a growing national program that provides planning, financing, real estate transaction, and land management services to Indian tribes that partner with the Trust for Public Land in land conservation. The Director provides overall leadership and direction for the program and is primarily responsible for the fund raising, marketing, and training necessary to build and carry out the program. The Director also supports a program advisory council composed mainly of tribal representatives. This position will be based in TPL’s Portland, Oregon office. As used in this job description the word “tribal” and “tribes” includes Native American and Alaska Native tribal governments, Native Hawaiian organizations and Alaska Native regional and village corporations and regional non-profit organizations.
Contact above for more information, and to send resume and cover letter.
Position Opportunity
Title: Tribal Lands Associate Director, The Trust for Public Land
Contact: The Trust for Public Land, Attn: Tribal Lands Associate Director Search
806 SW Broadway, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97205
Email: voters@tpl.org
The Tribal Lands Associate Director supports and assists the Program Director with planning and accomplishing the goals of the Tribal Lands Program. The position will be based in TPL’s Portland, Oregon office. The Tribal Lands Program is a growing national program that mobilizes TPL’s extensive expertise and resources to assist tribal governments and Native communities with regaining and protecting their traditional lands. This is a small program but we’re building, so the position will handle a wide variety of activities from administrative to substantive. The Associate Director will devote approximately 25% of his/her time to supporting TPL’s Northwest and Rocky Mountain Region. As used in this job description the word “tribal” and “tribes” includes Native American and Alaska Native tribal governments, Native Hawaiian organizations and Alaska Native regional and village corporations and regional non-profit organizations.
Contact above for more information, and to send resume and cover letter.
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