JOB TITLE: ATTORNEY

LOCATION: Wild Horse Pass Development Authority (WHPDA)

Administration Office

COMPENSATON: $113,229 – $154,249, annually depending upon experience.

HOURS OF WORK: Minimum 40 hours per week; may include attending evening and weekend meetings.

REPORTS TO: General Manager

OVERVIEW: As directed by the General Manager and the Board of Directors, perform legal work and represent the interests of WHPDA and WHPDA business enterprises in Community, Federal and State Courts / Administrative Adjudicatory Proceedings. Negotiate and prepare real estate leases, design and construction contracts and management agreements. Draft organization documents and policies and procedures. Review and prepare business and employment contracts. Provide analysis and counsel on legal and policy issues. Anticipate and guard against legal risks facing the organization and WHPDA business enterprises. Develop and make recommendations to the General Manager and the Board of Directors on policy and legal issues. May direct the work of subordinate staff.

The Attorney’s duties and responsibilities include legal work for and the representation of business enterprises under WHPDA’s management and oversight. The WHPDA business enterprises include: Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, Whirlwind Golf Course, Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse, Four Points Hotel by Sheraton Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Hotel; Toka Sticks Service Station, Komatke Service Station, Wild Horse Pass Service Station, Sacaton Service Station, Casa Blanca Service Station, Gila River Displays, and other future business enterprises placed under WHPDA’s management and oversight

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Advises WHPDA on real estate leasing activities and represents WHPDA in all real estate negotiations; preparation of real estate leases and related documents; and processing leases for federal and Gila River Indian Community (“Community”) approval.
•  Assists in negotiations and prepares design and construction contracts for projects up to $20,000,000 in size.
•  Assists in negotiations and prepares management agreements for the operation of all assigned WHPDA businesses.
•  Provides analysis and counsel on legal and policy compliance matters.
•  Advises WHPDA on general business law and employment law issues.
•     Represents WHPDA or its officials and employees in issues arising from actual or anticipated lawsuits.
•  Anticipate and guard against legal risks facing the organization.
•  Develop and make recommendations on policy and legal issues.
•  Conduct and coordinate research into a variety of legal issues and proceedings.
•  Prepare legal pleadings, motions, discovery, stipulations, etc.
•  Write, review, and edit resolutions, forms, reports, opinions, correspondence, articles, and other documents.
•  Write and administer complex vendor, client and employment contracts; negotiate terms and conditions.
•  Represents WHPDA before the Community Council and Community Council Standing Committees with jurisdiction over WHPDA.
•  Works in cooperation with the Community’s Office of General Counsel.
•  Performs all other duties as assigned by the General Manager or Board of Directors, at regular or special meetings.

JOB SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

•  Extensive knowledge and experience in the practice of Federal Indian law
•  Knowledge and experience in applicable Federal and Arizona law.
•  Experience in the application of general business law and real estate transaction law.
•  Expert ability to analyze policy, regulation and case law and provide recommendations.
•  Experience representing Federal Indian tribes or tribal entities.
•  Familiarity with, and knowledge of, the Gila River Indian Community, its governmental agencies and departments.
•  Knowledge and experience in all legal aspects of design and construction work.
•  Exhibit a high level of professionalism; lead with diplomacy and tact.
•  General knowledge of civil trial practice.
•  Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
•  Knowledge of data gathering and summarization methods and techniques.
•  Intermediate math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to compute and calculate figures such as discounts and commissions.
•  Required Language Skills: ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Education & Experience

•  Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctor from an accredited university/law school and five (5) years of experience in the practice of law.
•  Current membership in the Arizona State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in the state.
•  Prefer candidate who has experience providing legal services to a wide variety of businesses and has experience working with Native American businesses.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; Internet Explorer.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Employee must be in a physical condition adequate to meet the physical and emotional demands of the assigned duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-free Work Place as a condition of employment.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Section 472 and 473). Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community.

The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Questions with Contact
Niki Ramirez (520) 796-5389
careers@wildhorsepass.com

Submit Resume and Cover Letter to:
Human Resources
5700 West North Loop Road Chandler, Arizona 85226

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Join our growing Firm……….     

Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP is a nationwide law firm dedicated to the representation of American Indian tribes and organizations. We represent tribes and tribal entities in a wide spectrum of services including business transactions, litigation and governmental affairs, in many forums, including state, federal and tribal courts.  FPM is seeking an Associate Attorney for the Omaha, Nebraska office.

Responsibilities will include:

• Tribal corporate law and tribal government work.
• Experience regarding Economic Development, Business Law, and Corporate law.
• Experience regarding tribal gaming and gaming regulations.

Requirements include:                                                                                                                  

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Status as an active member in good standing of the bar in at least one state jurisdiction and willing to obtain licensure in Nebraska.
• Minimum of  3  – 5 years’ experience  as an Associate Attorney
• Must have Indian law experience and experience working with tribes/tribal business/organizations
• Excellent analytical, research and writing abilities
• Proven communication skills including verbal, written and listening skills; Superior interpersonal skills; Proven record of maintaining a positive attitude
• Organized; Detailed; Flexible; Accurate; Reliable and Dependable
• Ability and willingness to do whatever it takes to meet tight and unexpected deadlines;  Work well independently and as a team in a fast paced environment

Your contributions are rewarded with a “Total Compensation” Package including a competitive salary, bonus potential and excellent Firm paid benefits.

Send your resume, cover letter with salary requirements, writing example, law school transcript (if graduated from law school less than 5 years ago) to:

Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources
ahacker@ndnlaw.com
3610 N 163^rd Plaza                                                                             
Omaha, NE 68116

Position is open until January 12, 2015

Job Title: Family Drug Court Coordinator
Closing Date: 11/24/2014

Job Number: 15-027
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Department: Judicial
City: Sacaton
Location: Tribal Courts Admin, 693 West Seed Farm RoadArea of Interest: Health Resources
Salary Type: Base Pay for Career Center
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $49,879 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
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BENEFITS INFORMATION:
• Medical – EPO or PPO Self-Funded Plan utilizing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Network
• Prescription Program
• Dental – Plan is provided through CIGNA with no deductible for preventive services or $50 (individual)/$150 (family) deductible for basic and major services
• Vision – plan benefits are provided through SightCare of Arizona and carry a $10 co-pay for exams, zero co-pay
• Life and AD&D – Basic, dependent, and/or voluntary benefits provided through CIGNA Group Insurance. GRIC pays the full cost for your basic Life and AD&D

Other Voluntary Benefits –
• Aflac offers various supplemental benefit plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
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DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Family Drug Court Coordinator performs professional work of considerable difficulty in planning, organizing, coordinating and monitoring the activities of the Family Drug Court division within Tribal Courts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• •·         Perform detailed case management in the coordination of cases files.
  •·         Responsible for establishing the goals and objectives of the Family Drug Court, schedule prepare agendas, and present materials for Family Drug Court meetings.
  •·         Confer with treatment providers, Behavioral Health, Social Services, Probation and Police Department and school representatives on progress of the participant.
  •·         Ensure compliance to the program grant requirements and the program evaluation plans; assist in the writing of Family Drug Court grant proposals; assist in maintaining an accounting and auditing system.
  ·         Participate and ensure development of the participant’s treatment plan; meet weekly with participants, their families and treatment providers.
  ·         Maintain regular contact with community entities to assess and assist program problems and needs.
  ·         Develop public information programs and acts as a clearinghouse for new releases, publications and presentations to the council, districts, media, public, civic organization and other private or public groups having reasonable interest in the Family Drug Court.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• •·         Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Tribal laws, rules, regulations, titles and ordinances.
  ·         Thorough knowledge of judicial, legal, policies and procedures.
  ·         Considerable knowledge of Drug Court organization, functions, responsibilities and procedures.
  ·         Considerable knowledge of chemical dependency, treatment modalities, crisis intervention and treatment resources in the Gila River Indian Community.
  ·         Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system.
  ·         Ability to interpret and make decisions as it relates to policies and procedures of program.
  ·         Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  ·         Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
  ·         Ability to evaluate, develop, and implement programs and services in the court setting.
  ·         Ability to organize and coordinate program activities.
  ·         Ability to interview, assess and make recommendations on participant acceptance into the Drug Court Program.
  ·         Ability to make presentations to employees, judges, attorneys, representatives of agencies and the Gila River Indian Community.
  ·         Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  ·         Ability to observe the confidential nature of court records and proceedings.
  ·         Ability to analyze, appraise and assess problematic solutions and intervene appropriately.
  ·         Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public.
  ·         Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Social Work or closely related field and a minimum of  three (3)years experience in administration and managementor service in a court, legal or social service setting including two (2) years supervisory experience.  Prefer a minimum of five (5)years experience working in a Drug Court with additional training or certifications. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Pass background check as a condition of employment.

Required to qualify for a Tribal Driving permit.

Subject to review as to conflicts of interest and shall abide by the Code of Ethics for Judicial Employees.

Background checks are required for positions that involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63 and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.

Required to qualify for a Tribal Driving permit.  Valid state driver’s license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit.  Proof of driving record must be submitted with application.

Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Director or designee

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

DEADLINE: Employment Applications are available at all District Service Centers, the Human Resources Department, and online at www.gilariver.org. All Employment Applications and copies of required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle Record, must be received in the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not be considered.

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

To avoid delays, application can be mailed or faxed to:
Gila River Indian Community
Human Resources Department
Post Office Box 97
Sacaton, Arizona 85147
Fax: (520) 562-9809

CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION

If a Tribal Driving Permit is required on this posting, please provide a current 39 month Motor Vehicle Report (mvr) and it must not be over 60 days old. Please refer to www.servicearizona.com to obtain a Motor Vehicle Report.

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department @ 520-562-9808. Thank you for your interest with the Gila River Indian Community.

                 ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (Litigation)

Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP is a nationwide law firm dedicated to the representation of American Indian tribes and organizations. We represent tribes and tribal entities in a wide spectrum of services including business transactions, litigation and governmental affairs, in many forums, including federal, state, and tribal courts.

We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney for our Omaha, Nebraska office. Minimum qualifications include:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Status as an active member in good standing of the bar with any state jurisdiction and willing to obtain licensure in Nebraska
• Minimum of five (5)  years of federal, state or tribal litigation related experience or served as a law clerk to a federal court judge
• Familiarity with tribal and Federal Indian law
• Excellent analytical, research and writing abilities
• Ability to work well independently and as a team in a fast paced environment 

  In addition to the minimum qualifications, it is strongly preferred that applicants possess the following skills:

• Litigating cases in federal, state or tribal courts or in administrative proceedings
• Preparing pleadings and briefs, taking and defending discovery, conducting hearings and litigating actions or proceedings through trial
• Knowledge of, and skill applying various state court or federal rules of  civil procedure and rules of evidence
• Taking depositions and/or conducting other examinations of witnesses
• Effectively communicating with opposing counsel, co-counsel, and federal/state/tribal agency representatives 

Your contributions are rewarded with a “Total Compensation Package” including a competitive salary, bonus potential, and excellent benefits.

Send your resume today with a cover letter, salary requirements, writing sample and law school transcripts (if graduated within the last 5 years) to:

      Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources

                     ahacker@ndnlaw.com

                         3610 N 163^rd Plaza

                        Omaha, NE 68116   

We will be accepting applications until November 30, 2014