JOB: Managing Defense Attorney – SRPMIC

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Scottsdale, Arizona
Managing Defense Attorney
$88,583 to $128,449 per annum (Full Range)

Description: : Under general Administrative direction of the Community Manager or assigned Assistant Community Manager, directs, manages and supervises the overall operations of the Defense Advocate’s Office. Directs all department personnel in duties assigned for the representation of Community members facing criminal, juvenile, and/or traffic charges before the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Community (SRPMIC) Tribal Court. This is treated as an FLSA exempt job class.

Qualification: : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Juris Doctorate degree and three (3) years of experience in the practice of law, which includes general administrative experience. Must have knowledge of the Indian Civil Rights Act, and a working knowledge of Tribal governments and the Tribal Court system. Knowledge of social and economic conditions of tribal communities and governments desirable.

Special Requirements : Membership and good standing in the AZ BAR is required. Must demonstrate a commitment to ongoing training and education.

SUBMIT OFFICIAL SRPMIC APPLICATION OR RESUME TO: SRPMIC -Human Resources, 10,005 E. Osborn Rd. Scottsdale, Arizona 85256

For full job description and to download our application, please visit our website: www.srpmicjobs.com

Closing date: May 5, 2008