Department: Colorado River Indian Tribal Court
Position: Judicial Clerk of the Court
Salary: $28,000 – $32,000 DOE
Chief,

SUMMARY
Performs a variety of complex court clerk duties and clerical tasks involved in processing, maintaining and securing records of all court proceedings in civil, criminal, Juvenile and traffic cases. Provides information and assistance to law enforcement officers, attorneys, plaintiffs, defendants and court patrons. Provides general clerical assistance to the Judges and administrative staff. Supervises, train, evaluates, delegates and monitor assignments to Court Clerks. The Judicial Clerk of the Court will be required to perform work in the following areas of the court: civil, criminal, Juvenile, traffic, Fish & Game or other areas as assigned and in accordance to the Laws, Codes and Rules of the Colorado River Indian Tribes.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CIVIL
Opens, processes and closes general civil, small claims and summary proceedings cases. Records and processes complaints and pleadings, distributes and files civil documents, enters case information into the computer, coordinates service of process, prepares legal documents, and enters defaults, orders and judgments.
Receives, receipts and records fees and other monies. Notifies appropriate staff to issue refunds or distribute monies in accordance with court orders and procedures.
Operates a computer terminal to enter, update, correct and access case information; and to produce computer-generated forms, reports and court calendars.
Documents all case activity and other pertinent case information on court documents and in the computer; maintains case histories on each case.
Provides information to attorneys, law enforcement officers, plaintiffs and defendants, court patrons and agencies about court policies and procedures, case status, scheduling of court proceedings and civil proceedings in general.
Schedules court proceedings and issues proper notices to the appropriate parties.
Serves as the Clerk for the Court of Appeals

CRIMINAL
Receives criminal and Juvenile complaints and related documents, opens case files, enters case information into the computer, and files case documents.
Receives, receipts and records bonds, fines, costs, and other payments.
Operates a computer terminal to enter, update correct and access case information; and produce computer-generated forms, reports and case calendars.
Ensures that case files are ready and available for scheduled court proceedings. Checks in defendants, attorneys and others.
Documents case activity and other pertinent case information on court documents and in the computer, maintains case history on each case.
Distributes and recalls search and arrest warrant as authorized.
Provides information to attorneys, law enforcement officers, plaintiffs, defendants, court patrons and agencies about court policies and procedures, case status, scheduling of court proceedings and criminal proceeding in general.
Prepares and distributes jail commitments and other legal documents.

TRAFFIC/FISH & GAME
Receives, records and codes citations from law enforcement agencies, prepares case file and enters case information into the computer. Closes cases following dispositions.
Receives, receipts and records fines, cost, bonds and other monies. Notifies appropriate staff to refund, forfeit and/or apply bond money to pay fines, costs and other assessments.
Operates a computer to enter, update, correct and access case information; and to produce computer generated forms and reports.
Provides information to attorneys, law enforcement officers, defendants, court patrons and agencies about court policies and procedures, case status, scheduling of court proceedings and criminal proceeding in general.
Schedules civil infraction informal hearings and issues notification to the appropriate parties.
Monitors case files and initiates enforcement action on overdue citations. Prepares and issues default judgments, bond forfeiture notices.

REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND KNOWLEDGE

· Extensive knowledge and familiarity with the operation and applications of computers, and various data programs.
Minimum of 5 years experience and knowledge of personnel supervisory skills, ability to lead, resolve problems, train, evaluate and coordinate the activities of the Court Clerks in accordance to program rules and regulations.
Ability to plan, organize and calendar administrative and court cases, activities, staffing, etc.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.
Possesses an understanding of legal terminology and thorough knowledge of courtroom procedures
Extensive knowledge of the Rules of the Court, collection of fees, and Child Support guidelines.
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration or a closely related field and five (5) years of administrative and court related experience or any combination of education training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

For Employment Application and detailed job description visit: http://critonline.com
Applications and resumes must be forwarded to:
Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT)
Human Resource Department
26600 Mohave Road,
Parker, Arizona, 85344.

Job Announcements. Chief Judge, Associate Judge, Protem Judges
Contact:Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Attn: Recruiter480 789 7119 or email: recruiter@ftmcdowell.org

Job Announcement: Chief Prosecutor
Law Office – Criminal Division, 351 S Bluebird Rd. Sacaton
$86,693 per annum
Job Number: 2009-237-A
For more information see http://www.gilariver.org/ or call Gila River Indian Community, Human Resources Dept.

JOB DESCRIPTION
TRIBAL PROSECUTOR

Under general supervision of the Tribal Attorney, the Prosecutor represents the White Mountain Apache Tribe before the White Mountain Apache Tribal Court on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Administers the Prosecution Unit for the White Mountain Apache Tribe, including, but not limited to: prosecution of adults and juveniles, statistical record keeping, budget strategy, supervise all prosecution staff including domestic violence staff, serve as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney to prosecute non-Indian misdemeanor violations in federal court. Review complaints prior to filing. Confer with and give advice to Tribal Court on development of general procedural matters. Train and consult with law enforcement agencies including Whiteriver Police Department, BIA, FBI, and U.S. Attorney’s Office. Interview witnesses, victims, experts, and others to prepare for trial and/or resolution of cases. Conduct legal research. Prepare and argue motions before Tribal and Juvenile Court. Initiate investigation of criminal prosecutors from other tribes government agencies, legal services, social services, guidance pretrial hearings with proper defendants and defense attorneys. Negotiate settlements with proper defendants and defense counsel, conduct trials – including examination and cross-examination of witnesses, and argue Tribe’s position for sentencing. Attend staff meetings, law enforcement meetings, judicial meetings, training, law seminars and workshops. Prosecute Class 3 and 4 Game and Fish violations and juvenile dependency actions. Review and recommend modifications to criminal code, juvenile code and criminal procedure. Review law enforcement policies and procedures. Provide training materials to law enforcement agencies. Develop and implement ongoing programs to meet the needs of the criminal justice system. Write grants and perform other duties as directed. This position reports to the Tribal Attorney.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a Law Degree from an ABA accredited law school.
Must be a member in good standing of a state bar association and eligible for Arizona State Bar membership within twelve months of hire.
Criminal litigation experience required and experience in Indian law required.
Three years litigation experience.
Two years supervisory experience in the field of interest of a related field.

Contact: Maria Silversmith, Recruiting Specialist
Employer: Salt River Human Resources
Address1: 10005 E. Osborn Road
CityStateZip: Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Email: recruitmenttransactions@srpmic-nsn.gov
Website: www.srpmicjobs.com
Phone: 480.362.7925
Fax: 480.362.5588
AcceptingCalls: Yes

JobTitle: General Counsel to SRPMIC
Salary: $142,707 to $214,064
Hours: 8 am to 5 pm

Description: Under the administrative direction of the Community Council, serves as the chief legal advisor, representative and counselor to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC or Community) government, including all departments, divisions, enterprises and other entities. Ensures that applicable laws are followed so that tribal sovereignty is protected and enhanced. Provides assistance to avoid or prevent legal disputes and litigation and protects the Community?s legal interests. Supervises, administers, and oversees all legal services for the Community. This is treated as an FLSA exempt job class.

? Education & Experience: Bachelor?s degree and graduate of an accredited law school, with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience practicing law which included some experience in at least three or more of the following areas: federal Indian law, employment law, commercial transactions, gaming law, leasing, and planning and zoning, A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience and some experience/familiarity with executive, legislative, and judicial functions of tribal government is also required.

? Insurability: Must possess a valid Arizona operator?s license and be insurable under tribal insurer requirements (e.g., be age 21 or over, no DUI convictions within the last 3 years; no reckless driving, no speeding tickets in excess of 15 mph over the posted speed limit, no more than one at-fault accident, and no more than three speeding tickets within the last 3 years.)

Special Requirements:
? Must be a member in good standing of a State Bar, preferably the Arizona State Bar, and must be eligible to be or admitted to practice in Federal District Court. Must have no outstanding contempt citation from any court. If not licensed and certified by the Arizona State Bar as of the date of hiring, employment shall be conditioned on successful completion and passing of the Arizona State Bar exam within one (1) year of the date of hire.
? Must attend a minimum of 15 hours annual continuing legal education as related to job and approved by supervisor.
? This position may be expected to work evenings and weekends as needed and is not subject to a standard work schedule.
? Must devote full time to the duties of the office and shall not directly or indirectly engage in the private practice of law or in an occupation conflicting with such duties.

Experience: Current Bar Members
Submit: Resume
SubmitOther: Completed SRPMIC application which can be downloaded on our website: www.srpmicjobs.com
SendBy: Mail,Fax
Deadline: August 28, 2009

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Greetings Native Network,

We are pleased to share the attached job announcement which will add a full-time program manager (in addition to Sarah) in the Institute’s Native American and Alaska Native Program. As you’ll see, significant responsibility for this position is teaming with Sarah, and Joan initially, to continue the implementation and management of the Native Dispute Resolution Network and Skills Exchange workshops.

This position, as with all U.S. Institute staff positions, is contingent on the U.S. Institute receiving its full Congressional appropriation for FY2010.

Please take a look, as well as circulate to those you think are a good match with position description/requirements and with the US Institute. The closing date for the position is August 15, 2009.

Thanks much.
Sarah and Joan

Sarah PalmerSenior Program Manager U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution130 South Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701Direct Telephone: 520.901.8556 Fax: 520.901.8557 Cell: 520.940.3857Email: palmer@ecr.gov Website: www.ecr.gov

Joan Calcagno Senior Program ManagerU.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution130 South Scott Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85701Telephone: 520.901.8552 Fax: 520. 901.8553 Email: roster@ecr.gov, nativenetwork@ecr.gov, or calcagno@ecr.gov Website: www.ecr.gov

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is looking for an experienced Indian lawyer to fill its general counsel position. The duties include managing all of the Tribe’s legal affairs, which are considerable, managing an in-house staff of 2 attorneys (it has been as high as 6 in the past), managing the work assigned to outside counsel, and advising the Tribe’s Board of Directors (Tribal Council) on all legal issues that arise.

Anyone interested should contact Bruce Greene – see contact info below.

1500 Tamarack Avenue
Boulder, Colorado 80304
303-284-8654 Office
303-284-8578 Facsimile
303-249-5848 Mobile
bgreene@greenelawyer.com

TRIBAL ATTORNEY, Contractual, $56,000, DOE. The Hoopa Valley Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe located in Hoopa, California, seeks an Attorney to fill the position of Tribal Attorney. The successful candidate will serve in the Office of Tribal Attorney under the supervision of the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council and the Tribal Chairman; Provides a broad range of legal services to the Hoopa Valley Tribe, including without limitation, advice, negotiation, drafting, research, lobbying, litigation in civil matters and representation in administrative proceedings as well as other duties as assigned. Attorney will not provide legal service to individual tribal members except upon the formal direction of the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council. The successful candidate will receive all benefits provided by the Tribe to its other employees including sick, bereavement, and annual leave, retirement plan, health, dental, vision, and life insurance. REQUIREMENTS: California Bar membership; Experience in Indian law and civil litigation as well as self-governance, gaming, contracts, environmental, water, economic development and employment law is preferred. POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Fax cover letter, resume’, and writing sample to (530) 625-4847 or email to legal@hoopa-nsn.gov Or send it to:

Office of Tribal Attorney
P.O. Box 188
Hoopa, CA 95546
Phone: (530) 625-4211 ext. 130

Applicant selected will be subject to the Tribe’s Alcohol & Drug Policy. Preference will be given to qualified American Indian applicants.

Employer: Quinault Indian Nation
Address1: PO Box 189
Address2: 1214 Aalis Dr.City
StateZip: Taholah, WA 98587
Email: jlaw@quinault.org
Website: www.quinaultindiannation.com
Phone: (360) 276-8215 ext. 218
Fax: (360) 276-8354
AcceptingCalls: Yes
JobTitle: Prosecutor
Description: The Quinault Nation is accepting Prosecutor Services proposals. Service responsibilities include representing the Nation before Quinault Tribal Court. Related hearings normally occur Monday-Wednesday, and require availability via phone other days. First review of proposals June 17, 2009.
Contact: jlaw@quinault.org to request a RFP Packet.
Experience: Current Bar Members
Submit: See “Other” Comments
SubmitOther: Completed Request for Proposal Packet
SendBy: Mail,Fax,Email
Deadline: June 17, 2009

There is an opening for an Administrative Assistant at the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy, at the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy, University of Arizona.

Applications must be filled out through the University of Arizona online application site. Link to the position:

www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=194573.
Required documents: online application, resume, letter of interest.

Resume and letter of interest can be uploaded with the application. The position is open until filled, with an initial review date of May 27, 2009 and start date around July 1, 2009. (Posting this position does not mean that Carrie is leaving. Her responsibilities are increasing, and her title will change.)

Summary of the position:
Pay range: $25,500 – $31,000, depending on experience

This position will provide administrative support and assistance to the staff of the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy (NNI). NNI was established by the Arizona Board of Regents in January 2001, with the express purpose of serving as a self-determination, development, and self-governance resource to Indigenous nations in the United States, Canada, and elsewhere by providing leadership and management programs, policy analysis and research, strategic and organizational development, and curricular resources for Native nations.

The incumbent will generally be called upon to make decisions in regards to acquisition and allocation of organizational resources, to coordinate the work activities of administrative staff/student employees, and to apply analytical and problem solving techniques to work units and business affairs, including financial and human resources matters. The incumbent must possess excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills. The position requires a demonstrated ability to work independently and professionally with minimal supervision and direction. The incumbent will have contact with high-level administrative offices requiring use of business vocabulary, tact, discretion, and judgment in all forms of communication. This position reports to the Native Nations Institute’s Operations Manager.
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Rachel Rose Starks, MA
Research Analyst and Research Coordinator Native Nations Institute Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy University of Arizona
803 E. First Street
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-626-5756 Fax: 520-626-3664