ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Indian Law firm seeks associate attorney for associate position in Chandler, Arizona. Rosette & Associates is a quickly growing boutique law firm specializing in the representation of Indian tribal governments particularly in the areas of economic diversification and casino development. We offer competitive salaries and benefits. Our offices are located in Chandler, Arizona, San Francisco and Sacramento, California and Lansing, Michigan. More information about our firm is available at www.rosettelaw.com.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
. Bar admission.
. Strong academic and professional background.
. Transactional experience required.
. Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
. Skilled in the use of the MS Office Suite of software (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel).
. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
. Excellent proofreading skills.
. Employee must be able to respect and adhere to the most rigid and strict rules of confidentiality

APPLICATION INFORMATION:
If you are interested and have a stable work history, please reply to this ad by submitting your resume, writing sample, references and a cover letter to rosetteSF@yahoo.com. If you graduated within the last seven years please include your transcript. Attachments should be in WORD or PDF format.

Principals only, please.

OPENING DATE: February 14, 2008
CLOSING DATE: Open till filled
TITLE OF POSITION : JUDGE (4 positions)
LOCATION OF POSITION : This position is located within the Tohono O’odham Judicial Branch.

LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT :
The Nation’s judges are appointed by the Tohono O’odham Legislative Council. The terms are as follows: Two judges will be appointed to six-year terms beginning February 1, 2007 and expiring on February 1, 2013. Two additional judges will be appointed to six-year terms beginning February 1, 2009 and expiring on February 1, 2015.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED :
Under the general supervision of the Chief Judge.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES :
A judge of the Tohono O’odham Nation, and shall have the duties/powers of the office in accordance with article VIII of the constitution of the Tohono O’odham Nation, and shall have such powers as provided herein:
(1) Hear and determine, when so assigned by the chief judge or the deputy chief judge, any matter arising under the law, ordinances and constitution of the Tohono O’odham Nation and grant, when otherwise required enter an order or judgment in favor of a party. Readvertised 10-29-08
(2) Hear and determine an uncontested or contested petition(s) for adoption, custody, dependency, guardianship of other similar proceeding the status of minors, and incompetence of incapacitated persons.
(3) Hear and enter judgment in criminal misdemeanor of juvenile/child/offender cases.
(4) Hear and determine any matters pertaining to evaluation, treatment and placement of mentally ill person(s).
(5) Hear and determine any matter pertaining to dissolution of marriage, probate of estate and any matter filed pursuant to the civil laws of ordinances of the Tohono O’odham Nation.
(6) Grant and order(s), judgment(s) or decree(s) on written stipulation in accordance with agreed terms and conditions.
(7) Hear and rule on any motion of application relative to an Order, Judgment or Decree granted or signed by a judge, provided that the motion or application is made in accordance with the applicable Rules of Court Procedure.
(8) Issue orders to show cause requiring any person(s) to appear before a judge of the Tohono O’odham Courts to show cause why the Court should not issue a contempt of court.
(9) Issue civil and criminal arrest warrants pursuant to the rules of civil and criminal procedure.
(10) Enter an ex parte order, provided a judge shall not make ex parte orders which would deprive a person from custody of a child of deprive a person of his liberty, or grant injunctive relief, without notice and opportunity to appear being given to each person who may be affected, expect in default hearings of for necessary, temporary matters preceding a hearing.
(11) Grant an order of judgment, provided there are uncontroversial facts to support such order of judgment of grant other ancillary or extraordinary relief as may be necessary to effectuate any term of condition heard and determined.
(12) Perform such other judicial duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Admitted to, and a member in good standing with, a state bar and federal bar; possess a juris doctorate degree, and have at least three years of experience as a practicing attorney in the field of Indian law, or Readvertised 10-29-08
(2) Possess a bachelor’s degree and at least six years of work experience and training in judicial of law-related field which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
 Working knowledge of tribal laws and applicable state and federal laws.

 Working knowledge of applicable criminal, civil, traffic laws and regulations.

 Working knowledge of judicial practices and procedures within Indian country.

 Working knowledge of the organization, functions and legal limitations on the authority of Indian tribes.

 Skills in the preparation and argument of legal memoranda, orders, judgments, and decrees.

 Good writing and verbal skills.

 Ability to research, interpret and apply legal principles and precedents to matters or cases arising under the Nation’s laws or Constitution.

 Ability to perform the duties of the office impartially and diligently and to avoid any appearance of impropriety in all activities.

 Ability to uphold the integrity and independence of the judiciary.

 Ability to improve the law and the administration of justice either by speaking, writing, lecturing, teaching or participating in activities concerning the law of judicial services.

 Ability to regulate all extra judicial activities to minimize the risk of conflict with the judicial duties.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requirements marked with a ** are preferred and requirements underlined are mandatory.
(1) Preference given to qualified, enrolled members of federally recognized Indian tribes with first preference to qualified, enrolled members of the Tohono O’odham Nation Readvertised 10-29-08
(2) ** Ability to speak or understand the O’odham language.
(3) Applicant will be required to go through an extensive nationwide background investigation check . Background check shall include criminal history, driving record litigation, past of pending, and may include financial information check and checks of other background information concerning the applicant.

NOTE: Conviction of a misdemeanor involving a serious crime or of any felony and/or conviction of a driving under the influence of major traffic offense within the past three years shall automatically disqualify the applicant. Serious crime is defined as any crime, which involves interference with the administration of justice, perjury, misrepresentation, theft or moral turpitude including a conspiracy, solicitation of attempt to commit a serious crime.
(4) Must be fingerprinted
(5) An application for employment must be submitted with a resume and three reference letters — applicant will not be considered if application, resume and reference letters are received of postmarked after the closing date.
(6) ** Valid Arizona driver’s license (must be able to obtain Arizona license upon beginning of employment).
(7) Must provide copies of college diploma(s) and bar certification if an attorney.
(8) Must take pass oral and written examination on legal questions and matters to illustrate knowledge of judicial and legal requirements.

SALARY: $70,070.94 to $76,485.48
– Group health and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and as well as other benefits are provided.
Applications for employment are available from the Tohono O’odham Legislative Branch and must be submitted to:

ATTN: Judiciary Committee Chairperson Application must be submitted to the
Tohono O’odham Legislative Branch Legislative Branch Administration
Post Office Box 837 During the hours of 8:00 A.M. –
Sells, Arizona 85634 5:00 P.M. Monday thru Friday
(520) 383-5260 EXCEPT HOLIDAYS

Date: 4/23/2009 10:23:07 AM

Contact: Rosella Moon

Employer: Office of Tribal Attorney
Address1: Hoopa Valley Tribe
Address2: Post Office Box 188
CityStateZip: Hoopa, CA. 95546

Email: legal@hoopa-nsn.gov
Website: www.hoopavalleytribe.com
Fax: 530-625-4847

AcceptingCalls: No

JobTitle: Attorney
Salary: 56K DOE
Hours: 40 HRS. A WK.

Description: Tribal Attorney, contractual, $56,000, Neg. DOE. The Hoopa Valley Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe located in Hoopa, CA, 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 proved 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: CA. 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.

Experience: Graduate,Current Bar Members
Submit: Resume,Cover Letter,Writing Sample
SendBy: Fax,Email

Deadline: 09/30/2009

Department: Colorado River Indian Tribal Court
Position: Associate Judge (2 positions)
Appointed by Tribal Council terms are for 2 years
Salary: DOE
SUMMARY:
The Associate Judge is responsible for fairly and impartially hearing and deciding judicial cases and matters within the jurisdiction of the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Tribal Court pursuant to the CRIT Tribal Laws, Codes, Rules and Regulations as assigned by the Chief Judge.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
1. Handles, presides over and adjudicates all criminal, civil, juvenile, traffic and fish & game cases and litigation as assigned by the Chief Judge.
2. Hears cases, makes evidentiary rulings, reviews pleadings and issues final orders, judgments and decision. Conducts legal research and issues memoranda of decision within the timelines established by tribal law.
3. Prepares, issues and/or submits reports, letters, memorandum and similar types of correspondence and communications with the Chief Judge, Court personnel, litigants, parties to cases, attorneys, legal counsel, CRIT Tribal administration personnel.
4. Issues orders, judgments, decrees, minute entries, summons, subpoenas, warrants of search and arrest and all other lawful orders of the court.
5. Performs legal, judicial and administrative duties associated with and furtherance of the performance of the duties stated in paragraph one above.
6. Provides administrative direction to court staff in connection with and furtherance of the performance of the duties stated in paragraph one above.
7. Attends training, staff meetings and meetings with CRIT tribal government representatives, State, County and Federal County government representatives, and the CRIT general public as directed and/or authorized by the Chief Judge.
8. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Chief Judge.
9. Creates, adopts, develops and implements appropriate policies, procedures and court forms as directed and/or authorized by the Chief Judge.
10. At the direction and with the assistance of the Chief Judge, may assist the Chief Judge with the following: (a) interviewing, hiring, and training court employees; (b) planning, assigning, and directing work of court employees, (c) appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees and (d) addressing complaints and resolving problems. 11. The duties and responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of he the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of the specific
statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is
similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the following minimum qualifications:
1. Must be twenty-five (25) years of age or older.
2. Must possess substantial legal education or experience to perform the duties and responsibilities listed above.
3. Must possess knowledge of CRIT Tribal laws, court rules and procedures, and
applicable federal statues such as the Indian Civil Rights Act (ICRA), Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
4. Must have the ability to understand and apply appropriate the laws and rules of the CRIT Tribe with impartiality; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, attorneys and advocates, parties to cases and the general public.
5. Must be competent to perform all the duties of the position; be of good moral character; be emotionally stable and mature; be committed to equal justice under the law; be in good health; be patient and courteous; and be capable of deliberation and decisiveness.
6. Must not have been convicted of a felony, or of a misdemeanor or other criminal offense involving dishonesty or moral turpitude with the last five years, in any Federal, Tribal or State Court.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must possess substantial legal education or experience, as determined by the CRIT Tribal Council, that enables the applicant to perform the PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES listed above.

Ability to read and analyze, interpret and apply in written form the CRIT Tribal laws (e.g. codes, statutes, rules, regulations, case law and other legal and professional documents, journals, periodicals, reports, business correspondence, and manuals).

Skill in use of office computers, word processing and office computer software, office machine usage, office copier and other similar office equipment to the extent that the applicant’s use of such technical skills satisfies and meets the PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES listed above.

Ability to solve legal matters, issues, problems and questions and deal with a variety of concrete legal cases. Ability to effectively communicate, present information and respond to legal issues, matters and questions in connection with and furtherance of the performance of the duties and responsibilities.

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

Job Announcement
#ACIC-09-11

Job Title: Chief Judge
Salary: $87,988 – $100,557 per annum
Reports to: Community Council
Supervises: Clerk of the Court, Bailiff, Probation Officers, Deputy Court Clerk, Secretary

Summary: Under general direction, presides over the Ak-Chin Indian Community Court and administers its overall functions. This is treated as FLSA exempt position.

Minimum Qualifications: Prior experience as a Judge preferred. 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 the ability to acquire Arizona Bar Certification within one (1) year from date of hire. Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and be insurable under the Community’s insurance carrier (no DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years.) Must successfully complete and pass a background check.

Preference will be given to qualified Community members, then to qualified Native Americans, and then other qualified candidates. 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 factor. Applicants wishing to claim Indian Preference must submit a Certificate of Indian Blood or proof of tribal enrollment at the time of application.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Presides over trials, arraignments, and sentencing’s 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.
2. Reviews/approves pre-trial settlements/agreements.
3. Adopts and amends local rules of practice to facilitate the orderly operation of the Court, so long as the rules are consistent with applicable law.
4. Creates, reviews and issues a variety of Court orders/documents, including bench warrants, subpoenas, orders to show cause, and formal decisions.
5. Identifies and develops programs that provide alternative methods for the resolution of civil disputes and adopt such rules to govern the alternative dispute resolution programs so developed.
6. Identifies and develops diversion programs for adult and juvenile offenders, for purposes of rehabilitation, and adopts rules to govern the diversion programs.
7. Trains/coordinates professional development of subordinate staff.
8. Reviews/evaluates staff annually.
9. Develops/administers the Judicial Tribal Court Services Department budget.
10. Reviews/revises policies/procedures to ensure the efficient operation of the Ak-Chin Indian Community Court.
11. Makes regular and special assignments of the pro tem judges, including the assignments of cases.
12. Exercises general supervision over all Court personnel.
13. Prescribes the powers and duties of the Clerk of the Court, in addition to those as may be prescribed by law.
14. 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 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: Open Until Filled. To be considered for this position, please submit a complete 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:

Human Resources Director
Ak-Chin Indian Community
42507 W. Peters and Nall Road
Maricopa, AZ 85238

Email: resumes@ak-chin.nsn.us
Website: www.ak-chin.nsn.us

Faxed and incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Ak-Chin Indian Community is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace

Posting Date: 2/13/2009 5:49:02 PM

Contact: Marylou Williams
Employer: San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
Address1: 3246 North Victoria Ave.
CityStateZip: Highland, CA 92346
Email: mwilliams@sanmanuel.com
Website: www.sanmanuel-nsn.gov
Phone: 909-425-4800

AcceptingCalls: No
JobTitle: Court Clerk
Salary: TBD
Hours: TBD

Description: Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief Judge of the San Manuel Tribal Court, the Court Clerk is responsible for all clerk?s responsibilities of the Tribal Court and Appellate Court, including case file management, preparation for Court hearings, preparation of Court minute orders and other documents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following does not include all of the duties that may be performed: Receives, processes and calendars all complaints and actions in Tribal Court. Maintains all official records of the Tribal Court and prepares certified copies, as required. Collects filing fees and fines, as required, and maintains fiscal records of all transactions. Provides other administrative support to the Chief Judge and the Appellate Court judges, including but not limited to: ordering and maintaining office supplies, preparing check requests and purchase orders, preparing travel/training requests and arrangements, preparing correspondence, copies and faxes as requested, and maintaining Judges calendars. Prepares Tribal Court minutes, findings, orders, notices and other official documents. Compiles and maintains statistical data. Attends all sessions of Tribal Court and performs clerk?s tasks associated with hearings, including, but not limited to: calling hearings to order, swearing in witnesses and receiving documents into evidence; scheduling and confirming hearing dates; preparing courtroom with all necessary materials and/or services for litigants; preparing and posting daily docket; provides all court files to Tribal judges in preparation for hearing. Maintains a list of attorneys and lay advocates admitted to practice before the Court. Arranges for a court reporter to record all proceedings. May arrange for interpreters and pro-tem judges. Serves as liaison with court clerks in federal, state or other tribal courts. Notarizes documents for the public as needed. Provides reception services for Tribal Court, including answering telephone inquiries and written inquiries, as appropriate; courteously meeting and greeting individuals presenting themselves to the Court; and receiving and filing all paperwork presented to the Court. Prepares grant reports, Judiciary Committee reports or other reports, as required. Responsible for recording and certifying revisions to the San Manuel Judicial Code, as enacted by the General Council, or Rules of Court, adopted by the Judiciary Committee, and providing copies to Tribal citizens and tribal agencies, as required.
Attends required hearings. Observes and maintains strict confidentiality of Tribal Court records and proceedings. Performs such other duties/responsibilities as directed by the Chief Judge.

Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required:
An understanding of current Native American culture and experience working with Native American communities is preferred. Ability to relate to the public, other agencies and court personnel in a professional, courteous and respectful manner. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to rapidly shift from one task to the next and to prioritize and coordinate accomplishment of multiple tasks simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to type at least 40 wpm. Ability to work with minimal to no supervision. Must be punctual and dependable in regular attendance. Must be bondable. Must submit to criminal, credit and character background checks and fingerprinting. Must submit to pre-employment drug test and may be subject to on-demand drug testing. No felony convictions or convictions for any crimes of moral turpitude or involving crimes against children.

Education and/or Experience
Associate?s degree or equivalent from a two-year college as a paralegal or legal secretary or degree in court administration or public administration; Three (3) years? experience as a tribal, federal or state court clerk or legal secretary or equivalent experience. Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills and ability to perform this work.

Submit: Resume,See “Other” Comments
SubmitOther: Apply online:
https://www.ultirecruit.com/san1001/jobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*D2691207E41B5EB2

STAFF ATTORNEYS (TWO POSITIONS)
OFFICE OF THE RESERVATION ATTORNEY

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation seeks to fill two positions in its Office of Reservation Attorney (ORA). Candidates for either position must possess particular experience and expertise in Indian Law; experience working for a tribal government is preferred. One position requires at least two years experience as a licensed attorney; the other requires at least eight years experience as a licensed attorney.

The Colville Reservation, with headquarters in Nespelem, Wash., contains 1.4 million acres and provides its attorneys the opportunity to work on significant jurisdictional, natural resources and sovereignty issues, among other areas, and to become engaged in a variety of interesting and important legal matters. ORA is one of the oldest on-reservation tribal government law offices (established in 1981), with a strong tradition of excellence.

Applicants must be admitted to practice before the Washington State Courts upon hire or within one year of hire. Applicants should have extensive civil litigation experience in federal courts and be able to perform all litigation tasks. Exceptionally strong research and writing skills are required. Otherwise strongly qualified applicants with less litigation experience will be considered.

Salary is DOE, beginning at $68,000 annually for an attorney with two years of experience, and increasing thereafter based upon additional years of experience. Generous health and retirement benefits are provided.

The position is open until filled, but applications must be submitted by March 1, 2009, to be considered for the first round of interviews. Please submit cover letter, resume listing at least three references, and writing sample to Alice Koskela, Managing Attorney, Office of the Reservation Attorney, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155.

ORA is an Indian Preference employer, and Native American attorneys are encouraged to apply.

This link contains several jobs available at CRIT. It includes one for the Tribal Public Defender and one for the Deputy General Counsel.

http://www.crit-nsn.gov/crit_contents/notices/jobs_020309.pdf

Policy Analyst for Native Public Media

CONSULTANT TITLE: Policy Analyst

Summary Statement and Job Description:
The Native Public Media (“NPM”) Policy Analyst (“PA”) will carry out analysis, drafting of key policy position statements and assist client-driven research. The PA will also track policy and legal/legislative developments; assess strategic options for NPM; participate in policy related project evaluation and development; analyze the development and implementation policy-related projects; manage and write reports and other documents (internal, client-related, and publications); and assist client to prepare for hill visits, meetings with the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or “Commission”) or Congressional leaders.

The PA will work directly with the NPM Executive Director on strategic planning, management of client work products, policy related projects, report development, and other responsibilities as assigned.

Subject areas encompass FCC rulemakings, Congressional legislation, testimony, briefings, brown papers, and other policy initiatives.

Minimum Job Qualifications:
Graduate degree in public policy or Indian law. Familiarity and experience in one or more of the following areas: Federal Communications Commission policy, Communications policy, Indian policy, Media policy and Telecommunications policy.
Superior research, writing, and analytical skills.
Strong computer literacy.
Ability to assume initiative, work independently, and work as part of a team.

To Apply:
Consultant will be on a month retainer. Resumes may be sent to jobs@nativepublicmedia.org. Electronic submissions are preferred. Closing date is February 13, 2009.

Native Public Media
Native Public Media (NPM) promotes healthy, engaged, independent Native communities by strengthening and expanding Native American media capacity and by empowering a strong, proud Native American voice. More information about NPM, a project of the National Federation of Community Broadcasters, can be found at www.nativepublicmedia.org.