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Job Posting: Chief Judge
Chief Judge – Ak-Chin Indian Community
Announcement #ACIC-12-76Job Title: Chief Judge
Salary: $94,502 – $118,128 per annum
Reports to: Community Council and Community Operations Manager
Supervises: Court Administrator, Bailiff, Probation Officers, Court Programs Coordinator, Deputy Clerk(s)
Salary: $94,502 – $118,128 per annum
Reports to: Community Council and Community Operations Manager
Supervises: Court Administrator, Bailiff, Probation Officers, Court Programs Coordinator, Deputy Clerk(s)
Summary: Under general direction and supervision of the Community Operations Manager, presides over the Ak-Chin Indian Community Court and administers its overall functions. This position is exempt from overtime.
Minimum Qualifications: Prior experience as a Judge preferred. Adult and juvenile experience equivalent to seven years full-time criminal justice, law enforcement, or closely related work, at least two years of which included supervisory/managerial responsibilities. Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited university. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona, or acquire Arizona Bar Certification within one (1) year from date of hire. Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and be able to meet the Community’s insurance carrier requirements. Must successfully complete and pass a background check.
Hiring Preference: The Community affords Indian Preference and Veterans’ preference. In applying Indian Preference, preference will be given to qualified Community members, then to qualified Native Americans, and then other qualified candidates. Except as otherwise stated herein, all candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or other non-merit factor. Applicants wishing to claim Indian Preference must submit a Certificate of Indian Blood or proof of tribal enrollment at the time of application. All applicants wishing to claim Veterans’ Preference must submit a copy of a certified Department of Defense DD Form 214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.”
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Presides over adult and juvenile trials, arraignments, and sentencings at the Ak-Chin Indian Community Court, including informing defendants of their rights, charges, and penalties, hearing pleas/motions, setting trial dates, hearing testimony, evaluating the facts of the case to determine guilt/innocence, determining the legal disposition of the case, and imposing the appropriate sentence.
- Reviews/approves pre-trial settlements/agreements.
- Promulgates and recommends for the Council’s approval local rules of practice that are consistent with applicable law and which are recommended to facilitate the orderly operation of the Court.
- Creates, reviews, and issues a variety of Court orders/documents, including bench warrants, subpoenas, orders to show cause, and formal decisions.
- Identifies, develops, and recommends for the Council’s approval programs that provide alternative methods for the resolution of civil disputes, including promulgating and recommending for the Council’s approval rules to govern the alternative dispute resolution programs so developed.
- Identifies, develops, and recommends for the Council’s approval diversion programs for adult and juvenile offenders for purposes of rehabilitation, including promulgating and recommending for the Council’s approval rules to govern any diversion programs approved.
- Manages the Juvenile Court procedures in accordance to the Community’s Children’s Code.
- Trains/coordinates professional development of subordinate staff.
- Reviews/evaluates staff annually.
- Develops/administers the Judicial Tribal Court Services Department budget.
- Reviews Court policies/procedures and recommends to the Council any amendments necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the Court.
- Ensures all individuals, attorneys, and advocates or legal practitioners practicing within the Ak-Chin Indian Community meet the Qualifications to Practice Law of the Community.
- Makes regular and special assignments of the Associate Judge, pro tem judges, including the assignments of cases.
- Exercises general supervision over all Court personnel.
- Collaborates with the Human Resources Department to prescribe the powers and duties of the Clerk of the Court, in addition to those as may be prescribed by law.
- Other job related duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Must adhere to the Ak-Chin Indian Community Law & Order Code.
- Knowledge of the Arizona Revised Statutes and other State, County, and Federal laws/ordinances, and Indian case law.
- Knowledge of legal reference resource materials.
- Ability to quickly acquire knowledge of the culture, customs, and traditions of the Ak-Chin Indian Community.
- Knowledge of general adult and juvenile judicial proceedings and processes, including arraignment, conducting trials, deciding points of law, and determining appropriate sentences.
- Knowledge of general Court operations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of general criminal justice system operations.
- Knowledge of general office administration/management principles and practices, including budgeting and employee supervision and training.
- Knowledge of the information/documents to be contained in Court records/case files.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other criminal justice system staff, Community officials, offenders from all socio-economic backgrounds, other Court staff, attorneys, and the public.
- Skill in evaluating the facts of a case and determining the appropriate actions to be taken.
- Skill in preparing a variety of narrative and statistical reports, including summaries of Court activities.
- Skill in interpreting and applying complex laws, statutes, ordinances of the Ak-Chin Indian Community, State, County, and Federal governments and agencies.
- Skill in listening to a variety of court cases with impartiality.
- Skill in planning, coordinating, and reviewing the work of subordinate staff.
- Skill in preparing a variety of narrative and statistical reports, including budgets and summaries of Court activities.
Closing Date: Friday, February 15, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.
To be considered for this position, please submit a completed and signed Ak-Chin Indian Community job application (additional resume optional), a 39-month driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, proof of tribal enrollment, if claiming Indian Preference, and copy of DD214, if claiming Veteran’s Preference to:
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Attn: Human Resources Department 12-76
42507 W. Peters and Nall Road
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Email: resumes@ak-chin.nsn.us
Fax: 520-568-1051
Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Ak-Chin Indian Community is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace
Job Posting: Senior Assistant General Counsel (DOE) Gila River Indian Community
Job Title: Senior Assistant General Counsel (DOE)
Closing Date: 02/12/2013
Job Number: 12-1272
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Department: Office of the General Counsel
City: Sacaton
Location: Gov Center, Exec Wing
Area of Interest: Legal
Salary Type: Depending on Experience
Salary / Hourly Rate: $105,776 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: No
Job Posting: Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community Deputy Prosecutor
| Job Title: | Deputy Prosecutor |
|---|---|
| Closing Date/Time: | Wed. 02/20/13 11:59 PM Arizona Time |
| Salary: | $72,090.00 – $102,729.00 Annually |
| Job Type: | Full-Time |
| Location: | 10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona |
Job Posting: Law Clerk/Staff Attorney Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court
Law Clerk/Staff Attorney
Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court (Black River Falls, WI)
| Position Type: | Judicial Clerkship |
| Practice Area(s): | Indian/Native American |
| Geographic Preference: | Midwest (KY, WV, OH, IN, MI, IL, MO, IA, MN, WI) |
| Description: | The Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court is currently seeking a Law Clerk/Staff Attorney to assist
judges with conducting research, drafting opinions, maintaining the Judiciary’s website, preparing monthly bulletins, and answering procedural questions from the general public. A full job description is available at http://www.ho-chunknation.com/?PageId=107. The position’s start date is negotiable, and Spring 2013 graduates are encouraged to apply. Ho-Chunk Nation/Native American Preference will apply during the application process. |
| Desired Class Level: | 3L, RECENT GRADS, Alum 0-3 yrs exp, LLM |
| Posting Date: | January 28, 2013 |
| Expiration Date: | March 1, 2013 |
| contact: | Ms. Mary Thunder
Clerk of Court W9598 Highway 54 East Black River Falls, Wisconsin 54615 United States |
| Resume Receipt: | Other (see below) |
| How To Apply: | Please mail a resume, cover letter, transcript, writing sample not to exceed ten (10) pages,
and list of three (3) references with contact information to the following location: Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court Alternatively, applicants may send the requirement documentation in the form of a single, consolidated PDF file to the following e-mail address: Regardless of submission method, all documents must be received before March 1, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. CST to receive consideration. |
| Additional Documents: | Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, Writing Sample, Other Documents |
| id: | 22035 |
Job Posting – Counselor to the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs
Counselor to the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs
Department:Department Of The Interior
Agency:Office of the Secretary of the Interior
Job Announcement Number:AG-13-PQ824547 (DEU)
SALARY RANGE: |
$105,211.00 to $136,771.00 / Per Year |
OPEN PERIOD: |
Monday, January 14, 2013 to Friday, January 18, 2013 |
SERIES & GRADE: |
GS-0301-14 |
POSITION INFORMATION: |
Full Time – Permanent |
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14 |
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DUTY LOCATIONS: |
1 vacancy in the following location: Washington DC, DC United StatesView Map |
WHO MAY APPLY: |
United States Citizens |
JOB SUMMARY:
Indian Affairs is the lead agency for the United States in carrying on a government-to-government relationship with the tribal nations. A challenging and dynamic place to work, it enhances the quality of life, promotes economic opportunity, and carries out the responsibility to protect and improve the trust assets of American Indians, Indian tribes and Alaska Natives.
This position is located in the Office of the Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs in Washington, DC. The mission of the Office of the Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs is to enhance the quality of life, to promote economic opportunity, and to carry out the responsibility to protect and improve the trust assets of American Indians, Indian Tribes and Alaska Natives. The incumbent of this position serves as a Counselor to the Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs, focusing on maintaining liaison with other offices and bureaus that encompass the Indian Affairs organization. The incumbent will consult with tribal leaders and communities, departments, congressional committee staffs and others within the private sector to carry out duties. The role of the incumbent is that of an advisor in policy determining issues and related matters of a confidential and administrative support nature.
This position is being advertised concurrently with (AG-13-PQ824548) using Merit Promotion procedures. Status applicants who wish to be considered under both merit promotion and competitive examining procedures must apply directly to each announcement.__________________________________________________________________________________
Who May Apply
- U.S. Citizens
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- U.S. Citizenship required
- This position is subject to a pre-employment background investigation
- Relocation expenses may be paid.
- Travel may be required.
DUTIES:
The major duties of the position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Coordinates assigned activities to ensure compliance with the Administration’s policies. Provides coordination, liaison and initial review on matters pertaining to the program areas under the supervisor’s purview.
- Assignments are complex, important and diversified in scope and may be within any jurisdiction of the Indian Affairs programs. Assignments may be of a nonrecurring nature, and the incumbent is responsible for research and conducting special studies or surveys of problems, projects, or program implementation.
- Produces briefings, decision memorandum and background papers on a wide variety of issues, problems or matters. Develops strategies on sensitive and controversial issues and serves in a confidential capacity on organizational and internal matters.
- Works with Departmental program and staff officials to assure that projects assigned are coordinated to meet the objectives of Indian Affairs and are ready for action or endorsement by the Assistant Secretary. Participates in meetings called for the purpose of briefing key officials when assignments will require coordination between two or more program offices.
- Participates in staff conferences and meetings called by the supervisor. Contributes to program discussion and developments by citing current status of program involvement. Notes and follows up on assignments made by the supervisor during these conferences and meetings.
- Working closely with the top leadership staff of the Indian Affairs organization, the incumbent develops, coordinates, resolves and implements a variety of special projects which may be highly sensitive, confidential and of national importance. Completes in-depth analysis of issues of importance to top leadership staff within Indian Affairs, which is frequently needed in very short time frames.
- Follows legislative matters of interest to the Indian Affairs organization and programs to keep the supervisor informed of their status and progress. Utilizes knowledge of the supervisor’s viewpoints in the general review of proposed legislation in order to highlight and bring to his/her attention those portions of bills which conflict with current Indian Affairs policy. Recommends policy alternatives to be incorporated as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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GS-14: All applicants must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-13), which includes: 1) analyzing proposed legislation and evaluating the impact such legislation may have on one’s organization; 2) preparing, presenting, and defending proposed recommendations, policies, or regulations; 3) developing and delivering verbal presentations to high level officials on sensitive or controversial topics; AND 4) serving as spokesperson or representative for an organization or senior official.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement Friday, January 18, 2013. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM’s web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.
Applications will be reviewed after the closing date of Friday, January 18, 2013. Qualified applicants will be rated based on their possession of the knowledge and experience requirements identified under the “Qualifications” section. Candidates rated as best qualified will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration.
Category Rating will be used in the ranking and selection process for this position. The categories are Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified. Veterans’ preference rules for category rating will be applied.
- Analytical Ability
- Communication
- Knowledge of legal research procedures, methods, and sources
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
Public Interest Indian Law Fellowship Program
Public Interest Indian Law Fellowship Programs
Berkey Williams LLP (Berkeley, CA)
Position Type: Fellowship
Practice Area(s): Indian/Native American
Geographic Preference(s): West (CA, HI, NV, UT, CO, MT, WY)
Description: Berkey Williams Public Interest Indian Law Fellowship
Berkey Williams LLP (BW) established the Public Interest Indian Law Fellowship Program in 2005. The aims of the Fellowship are to encourage recent law graduates to work in the field of Indian law and to provide the Fellows with an opportunity to pursue public interest projects in Indian country. The Fellow is encouraged to develop innovative legal strategies for projects which may not traditionally be feasible endeavors for a private law firm. The Firm’s intent is to provide bright, creative law graduates with the time and resources to tackle public interest, social justice, and related issues in Indian country. The Fellowship intends to contribute to the development of public interest Indian law leaders of the future, whatever their career paths might be.
About Berkey Williams
The firm is a private, for-profit partnership with a significant public interest focus. The firm has three attorneys and two paralegals in Berkeley, California, one attorney in Washington, DC, one attorney in Bozeman, Montana, two attorneys in New York, and one attorney in New Mexico. The firm works exclusively for Indian tribes and tribal organizations, and currently has clients throughout the United States. Natural resources protection, environmental justice, water and fishing rights, recovery of ancestral lands, tribal sovereignty, self-governance, economic development, Indian child welfare, employment, and health care are representative areas of work. The Firm’s work is funded primarily by its fee-paying tribal clients, as well as generous contributions from private foundations. More information may be found at the firm’s web site: www.berkeywilliams.com.
About the Fellowship
The one-year Fellowship offers a competitive salary, full benefits, training, flexibility in balancing work and a private life, and the opportunity to work with experienced attorneys in an established firm focused exclusively on serving Indian tribes and tribal organizations. The Fellow will work in the California office. The Fellowship begins in September, 2013, with some flexibility depending upon the candidate’s schedule. Berkey Williams is committed to recruiting attorneys who will bring a variety of experiences to the firm’s clients, and to supporting them by providing the resources necessary to building a strong career in Indian law.
The projects on which a Fellow might work are subject to the creativity of the Fellow and the needs or demands of a particular client tribe or tribal organization. In the past, the Berkey Williams Fellow has worked for organized but unrecognized California tribes seeking to protect cultural sites threatened by land development, and tribes whose children are subject to state juvenile dependency proceedings. The Firm’s public interest and pro bono work includes projects intended to protect cultural sites, promote Indian-organized educational institutions, connect Indian communities to electric and telecommunications grids, recover ancestral lands, expand economic development opportunities for tribes, and others.
Qualifications and Selection Criteria
Applications are encouraged from recent law graduates with a demonstrated commitment to Indian law. Preference is given to candidates, both Indian and non-Indian, who demonstrate personal or professional experience and identification with Indian communities. High academic achievements are certainly considered, but they are weighed with other equally significant factors: personal accomplishments, professional goals, cultural competence, and the capacity to work conscientiously and independently as needed. Candidates with interest in specific public interest projects are encouraged to bring their proposals to the firm. Candidates are encouraged to seek their own funding as well, as the firm’s ability to offer the fellowship is contingent on funding. Membership in the California Bar, or the Bar of another state, though not essential, is a significant factor in the firm’s evaluation of candidates.
Applying for the Fellowship
Interested law graduates should send a resume and a writing sample to Gloria Coronado, Administrative Assistant, at gcoronado@berkeywilliams.com. If you have any questions, please email. Deadline to apply is January 31, 2013.
Desired Class Level: RECENT GRADS
Posting Date: December 17, 2012
Expiration Date: January 31, 2013
Contact: Gloria Coronado, Administrative Assistant
2030 Addison Street Suite 410 Berkeley, California 94704 United States
Resume Receipt: E-mail, Other (see below)
Default email for resumes.: gcoronado@berkeywilliams.com
How to Apply:
Interested law graduates should send a resume and a writing sample to Gloria Coronado, Administrative Assistant, at gcoronado@berkeywilliams.com. If you have any questions, please email. Deadline to apply is January 31, 2013.
Additional Documents:
Writing Sample, Other Documents
ID: 21907
Job Posting – GRIC, Senior Assistant General Counsel (DOE)
Senior Assistant General Counsel (DOE)
Closing Date: 12/19/2012
Job Postings (2 Positions) – NCAI
Staff Attorney
NCAI Job Announcement – Staff Attorney – FINAL
Director of Human Services Policy
NCAI Job Announcement – Director of Human Services Policy – FINAL
Job Posting – Attorney Advisor DOJ Office of Tribal Justice
Subject: OPENING: Attorney Advisor DOJ Office of Tribal Justice
I would like to share with you and ask you to disseminate the following vacancy announcement. The Office of Tribal Justice (OTJ) for the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Attorney Advisor to provide counsel and assistance to the Director and Deputy Directors.
Justice seeks to attract, retain, and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from all walks of life. The work environment and atmosphere is open, diverse, collegial, and inclusive. There are active affinity groups for African-American; Asian-American; Hispanic; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT); and Native American employees, which are open to all DOJ employees regardless of background. Justice fosters a work environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences may reach their full potential.
Thank you for your help in disseminating this vacancy announcement. This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html.
OFFICE OF TRIBAL JUSTICE (OTJ)
Attorney ADVISOR / GS-13 to GS-15
ANNOUNCEMENT: OTJ ATY-13-001
About the Office: The Office of Tribal Justice (OTJ) is the primary point of contact for the Department of Justice with federally recognized Native American tribes, and advises the Department on legal and policy matters pertaining to Native Americans. OTJ promotes internal uniformity of Department policies and litigating positions relating to Indian country and ensures that the Department clearly communicates policies and positions to tribal leaders.
Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: OTJ is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Attorney Advisor to provide counsel and assistance to the Director and Deputy Directors. OTJ attorneys:
- Provide advice on significant tribal justice matters and assist in policy and legislative development and review.
- Provide advice to OTJ leadership on Department components litigating, protecting or otherwise addressing Native American rights and/or related issues.
- Review proposed legal actions submitted by divisions that require OTJ approval or coordination.
- Perform legal research on assigned questions or law or policy and prepare reports and memoranda.
- Assist in coordinating with attorneys and officials of the Department, other government agencies, and interested parties to provide guidance and advice to ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and policy requirements.
- Assist in maintaining liaison with federally recognized tribes, and work with the appropriate federal, tribal, state, and local officials, professional associations, and public interest groups.
- Develop, coordinate and execute special projects as assigned by the Director or the Deputy Directors.
Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree with at least two years of post J.D. experience, and be an active member of a bar (any jurisdiction). Applicants must be proficient in analyzing complex legal information and producing clear and thorough written work, and have excellent interpersonal skills. Experience or familiarity with Federal Indian Law is required. Prosecution and/or litigation experience is strongly preferred but not required. The incumbent must be able to obtain a Secret-level security clearance.
Travel: Frequent.
Location: Main/RFK Building, Washington, DC.
Salary Information: The salary level is in the GS-13 to GS-15 ($89,033 – $155,500) range.
Submission Process and Deadline: Applicants are required to submit a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience) and resume or OF-612 (Optional Application for Federal Employment). Please reference announcement OTJ ATY-13-001 in your cover letter.
Applicants are encouraged to email applications to OTJ@usdoj.gov or fax them to (202) 514-9078 rather than mail them. No telephone calls please. This vacancy will be open until January 11, 2013 or until a selection has been made.
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Tribal Justice(Attn: Application Coordinator)
950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Room 2318)
Washington, D.C. 20530
Other legal position announcements may be found on the Internet at: http://www.usdoj.govand http://dojnet.doj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.php.
Department Policies: The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a parent, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any non merit factor. 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 must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. Although the “point” system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).
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