Job Opportunity – Transactional and Tribal Government Attorney

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 163rd Plaza                                                                             
Omaha, NE 68116

Position is open until January 12, 2015

Job Opportunity – FMD Court Coordinator

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.

Job Opportunity – Associate Attorney (Litigation)

                 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 163rd Plaza

                        Omaha, NE 68116   

 

We will be accepting applications until November 30, 2014

A Public Hearing on Navajo Nation $554 Million Settlement – November 1, 2014


Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law / Great Hall / Armstrong Hall / Tempe ASU
Free and Open to the Public!

Navajo Nation Public Hearings on the $544 Million Settlement hosted by the 22nd Navajo Nation Council. The Council invites all Diné citizens to attend the public hearings.

Free parking will be available in the Apache Blvd. Parking structure on Apache Blvd.

Professor Rebecca Tsosie appointed Associate Vice Provost for Academic Excellence and Inclusion

Congratulations to ILP’s Professor Rebecca Tsosie who has been appointed Associate Vice Provost for Academic Excellence and Inclusion for Arizona State University.

“I am very excited about my appointment,” Tsosie said. “It has allowed me to become more familiar with the needs of all students for a diverse and academically rigorous education, which will enable students to succeed in many different aspects of public life, including graduate education and employment opportunities.”

Click here for the full press release.

Robert Clinton speaks at NMAI – YouTube Video available

The National Museum of the American Indian hosted a special symposium celebrating the opening of the National Museum of the American Indian’s landmark exhibition, Nation to Nation: Treaties Between the United States and American Indian Nations, and the notable book of the same title that accompanies the exhibition. In this segment, Robert N. Clinton speaks on “Treaties with Native Nations: Iconic Historical Records or Modern Necessity?”

 

The ILP welcomes back Kate Rosier!

Welcome Back Kate!

Kathlene “Kate” Rosier is returning as the executive director of the Indian Legal Program at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.

Rosier, who left the College of Law in 2011 to become the assistant general counsel for the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, served as the Indian Legal Program’s director for 11 years.

“I feel like I’m being reunited with family,” Rosier said about her return. “I love and missed the daily interaction with students, so I was excited to have the opportunity to come back.”

Rosier replaces Ann Marie Downes, who recently was appointed by the White House to serve in the assistant secretary’s office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Rosier will start on October 13.

 

 

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