REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
COURT SOLICITOR
HOPI JUDICIAL BRANCH
HOPI TRIBAL COURT

The Hopi Tribe is seeking a qualified person to provide Court Solicitor services to the Hopi Tribal Court located in Keams Canyon, Arizona on the Hopi Indian Reservation. The Hopi Tribal Court is located approximately 60 miles northeast of Winslow, Arizona. The Court exercises jurisdiction over a broad range of civil and criminal matters.

A Court Solicitor will be contracted on a short term basis to provide a variety of legal advice, research and related legal services in support of the overall operation and functions of the Hopi Tribal Court and to help ensure that Court proceedings are fair, impartial and efficiently conducted.

TASKS:
– Review statutes, rules, Administrative Orders, policies and procedures, case law, contracts, assessments, strategic plans and other documents;
– Provide opinions, recommendations, alternative solutions and options resulting from review and research.
– Develop forms, policies, procedures, manuals, reports, resolutions, orders, and summaries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
– Proof of graduation from an accredited law school;
– Admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of the United States or the Supreme Court of any state of the United States and currently in good standing;
– Two years of work experience in Indian Law or Tribal Court.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
– Knowledge of applicable Hopi Tribal, state and federal statutes, rules, Administrative Orders, policies and procedures;
– Knowledge of intergovernmental relations and the legislative process;
– Knowledge of court processes and legal terminology;
– Knowledge of the principles and methods of conducting legal research;
– Skill in understanding and interpreting complex legal issues and matters;
– Skill in conducting legal research;
– Skill in compiling and developing reports;
– Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications;
– Skill in establishing and maintaining an effective and cooperative working relationship with others.

Must never have been convicted of or plead guilty to any felony, nor been found guilty of any crime involving fraud or dishonesty. All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of all reference, checks, education verification (including credentials, licenses and degrees) and background investigation.

Term of services is expected to be six months with the possibility of a longer term.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest including compensation requirements and availability, along with a current resume and the names of at least three professional references by June 1, 2016 to:

Kathryn Kooyahoema
Court Administrator
Hopi Judicial Branch
Hopi Tribal Court
P.O. Box 156
Keams Canyon, AZ 86034
Phone No. (928) 738-5171
or via email to: kkooyahoema@hopitelecom.net

The Tulalip Tribes Legacy of Healing (LOH) Program initiated services in 1998 through the STOP Violence Against Indian Women grant. LOH seeks to ensure the rights of all individuals to a safe and secure environment and to empower those who are being oppressed by reducing trauma and ending re-victimization resulting in the protection of future generations. The LOH Legal Advocacy Project is a new grant project funded by the Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women. The LOH Legal Advocacy Project will provide holistic legal representation to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

The LOH Legal Advocacy Project will be supported by the Tulalip Office of Civil Legal Aid (TOCLA). TOCLA focuses on civil legal issues that affect tribal members’ safety, family, and access to services and education. In cooperation with TOCLA, the LOH Legal Advocacy

Job Summary: The Victim Advocate Attorney is an experienced attorney who will provide civil legal assistance to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence victims in cases relating to their victimization.

Closing Date: May 23, 2016

Applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, and list of references to Wendy Church, Court Director, at wchurch@tulaliptribes-nsn.gov or by mail to 6103 31st Ave NE, Tulalip, WA 98271. For more information, please contact Nicole Sieminski at (360) 716-5401.

Materials received after 4:00pm on May 23, 2016 will not be accepted.

See full description here: LOH Victim Advocate Attorney Job Posting.

Administrator Advisor
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Chicago, IL and Denver, CO

Salary Range: $90,779.00 to $120,427.00 / Per Year
Job Announcement Number: 16-HUD-575-P
Closes: Sunday, 5/1/2016

This position is located in the Office of Native American Programs (ONAP).

Duties:
As the Administrator Advisor, you will:

• Prepare policy letters and position papers for the Administrator and review all policy guidance for consistency with regulations, statues; and coordinate all policies for consistency.
• Be responsible for planning and conducting outreach to the public and client groups.
• Plan, coordinate and assemble periodic reports on the Business Operating Plan (BOP).
• Utilize available computer equipment and data systems to maintain current grantee data, track performance trends, compliance issues and generate appropriate work products.
• Provide oversight to local functions such as managing travel, staff and equipment resources, and training.

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Wagenlander & Heisterkamp LLC (Denver, CO)
Associate Attorney

There is an immediate opening for a full-time Associate Attorney. This is for an attorney at least three years legal practice experience. Salary is commensurate with such an experience level and being a small firm. Travel will be required.  Applicants must be licensed and in good standing in Colorado or willing to take the next available state bar exam at own expense. An attorney with interest in Indian, international or cross-cultural issues is being sought. Applicants should be self-starters who want to be immediately and directly engaged with the firm’s long-time clients. Some litigation in tribal, state, and federal court will occur from time-to-time, but the position mostly involves general counsel work including policy making, contracting, dispute resolution and public policy development. Indian preference in hiring is given.  Starting salary up to $61,000 D.O.E. with health insurance and retirement savings benefits when qualified. Bonus possibility at year-end. An opportunity to develop into a firm partner is always offered by the firm to its attorneys and is dependent on achievement, compatibility and commitment to law and the firm.

Desired Class Level: Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp
Posting Date: April 19, 2016
Expiration Date: May 20, 2016
Contact:
Mr. David Heisterkamp
Partner/co-owner
1700 Broadway, Suite 1202 Denver, Colorado 80290 United States
Default email for resumes.: wagenlan@wagenlander.com
How To Apply: Please submit resume, cover letter and references via Symplicity.
Additional Documents: Cover Letter, Other Documents
Requested Document Notes: Please submit resume, cover letter and references via Symplicity.
id: 26688

City of Mesa – City Court
City Magistrate

JOB DESCRIPTION
Classification Responsibilities: A City Magistrate is responsible for presiding over misdemeanor and civil traffic cases filed with the Mesa Municipal Court, and presides over Orders of Protection. A City Magistrate is responsible for applying relevant Supreme Court Rules, state statutes, City ordinances, and case law when presiding over trials to the court, trials to a jury, pre-trial conferences, arraignments, motions, and other hearings. An employee in this class is also responsible for imposing sentences commensurate to the offense and within the parameters allowed by law. In addition, may be required to conduct initial appearances or arraignments in a jail court environment in accordance with the Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure. This class performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Features: A City Magistrate is appointed by the City Council to a specified term. Prior to consideration for reappointment by the City Council, City Magistrates are evaluated by a Judicial Advisory Board, which makes recommendations to the City Council. This class is FLSA exempt- professional.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to 7 – 9 years of experience as a lawyer, judge, or hearing officer in criminal or traffic cases, and graduation from an accredited school of law.

Special Requirements. Admission to the Arizona State Bar Association. For this position, an individual receiving a conditional offer of employment from the City of Mesa must pass a background investigation through the City of Mesa Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Federal Bureau of Investigation prior to commencing employment with the City of Mesa.

Salary: $143,000 / Year
Closing Date: 05/05/2016 11:59 PM

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