Administrator Advisor
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Chicago, IL and Denver, CO

Salary Range: $90,779.00 to $120,427.00 / Per Year
Job Announcement Number: 16-HUD-575-P
Closes: Sunday, 5/1/2016

This position is located in the Office of Native American Programs (ONAP).

Duties:
As the Administrator Advisor, you will:

• Prepare policy letters and position papers for the Administrator and review all policy guidance for consistency with regulations, statues; and coordinate all policies for consistency.
• Be responsible for planning and conducting outreach to the public and client groups.
• Plan, coordinate and assemble periodic reports on the Business Operating Plan (BOP).
• Utilize available computer equipment and data systems to maintain current grantee data, track performance trends, compliance issues and generate appropriate work products.
• Provide oversight to local functions such as managing travel, staff and equipment resources, and training.

For Illinois and Colorado job announcements, click here: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/436170200/

Wagenlander & Heisterkamp LLC (Denver, CO)
Associate Attorney

There is an immediate opening for a full-time Associate Attorney. This is for an attorney at least three years legal practice experience. Salary is commensurate with such an experience level and being a small firm. Travel will be required.  Applicants must be licensed and in good standing in Colorado or willing to take the next available state bar exam at own expense. An attorney with interest in Indian, international or cross-cultural issues is being sought. Applicants should be self-starters who want to be immediately and directly engaged with the firm’s long-time clients. Some litigation in tribal, state, and federal court will occur from time-to-time, but the position mostly involves general counsel work including policy making, contracting, dispute resolution and public policy development. Indian preference in hiring is given.  Starting salary up to $61,000 D.O.E. with health insurance and retirement savings benefits when qualified. Bonus possibility at year-end. An opportunity to develop into a firm partner is always offered by the firm to its attorneys and is dependent on achievement, compatibility and commitment to law and the firm.

Desired Class Level: Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp
Posting Date: April 19, 2016
Expiration Date: May 20, 2016
Contact:
Mr. David Heisterkamp
Partner/co-owner
1700 Broadway, Suite 1202 Denver, Colorado 80290 United States
Default email for resumes.: wagenlan@wagenlander.com
How To Apply: Please submit resume, cover letter and references via Symplicity.
Additional Documents: Cover Letter, Other Documents
Requested Document Notes: Please submit resume, cover letter and references via Symplicity.
id: 26688

City of Mesa – City Court
City Magistrate

JOB DESCRIPTION
Classification Responsibilities: A City Magistrate is responsible for presiding over misdemeanor and civil traffic cases filed with the Mesa Municipal Court, and presides over Orders of Protection. A City Magistrate is responsible for applying relevant Supreme Court Rules, state statutes, City ordinances, and case law when presiding over trials to the court, trials to a jury, pre-trial conferences, arraignments, motions, and other hearings. An employee in this class is also responsible for imposing sentences commensurate to the offense and within the parameters allowed by law. In addition, may be required to conduct initial appearances or arraignments in a jail court environment in accordance with the Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure. This class performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Features: A City Magistrate is appointed by the City Council to a specified term. Prior to consideration for reappointment by the City Council, City Magistrates are evaluated by a Judicial Advisory Board, which makes recommendations to the City Council. This class is FLSA exempt- professional.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to 7 – 9 years of experience as a lawyer, judge, or hearing officer in criminal or traffic cases, and graduation from an accredited school of law.

Special Requirements. Admission to the Arizona State Bar Association. For this position, an individual receiving a conditional offer of employment from the City of Mesa must pass a background investigation through the City of Mesa Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Federal Bureau of Investigation prior to commencing employment with the City of Mesa.

Salary: $143,000 / Year
Closing Date: 05/05/2016 11:59 PM

Click here for City Magistrate – City of Mesa Job Posting

The Office of Attorney General is now hiring an Assistant Attorney General I, with at least one year of relevant experience.  The Office of Attorney General represents the interests of the Tohono O’odham Nation in tribal, state, and federal venues.  Attorneys in the office enjoy a diverse practice and challenging jurisdictional issues while protecting tribal sovereignty.   The Nation offers generous benefits including paid holidays, sick and annual leave, low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.  Applicants must pass a background check.  Send resume, legal writing sample, and three references to Acting Attorney General Laura Berglan via email at laura.berglan@tonation-nsn.gov.

Christopher Deschene (’05) will be on campus to meet students and share information about his position as Director of the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Indian Energy.

April 19 (12:15pm) in Room 114, Armstrong Hall.
Free and open to the public. Food will be reserved to those who RSVP to ILP@asu.edu. We hope you will join us!

San Carlos Apache Tribe
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender’s Office
Closing Date: Open until filled

Duties and Responsibilities
As an Assistant Public Defender under the supervision of the Public Defender, the Assistant Public Defender shall represent without charge, criminal defendants, juvenile offenders, and parents and custodians in child welfare cases when appointed by the Tribal Court judges. The Assistant Public Defender will review applications and screen new cases to determine a plan of action. Shall appear and represent in the Tribe’s adult court as needed or assigned by the Chief Public Defender. The Assistant Public Defender shall provide all necessary legal services in the representation of criminals and juveniles at all pre-, present, and post-trial proceedings. Representation of juveniles will include matters of delinquencies, family in need and Guardian Ad Litem matters, but only in the interest of said child. Perform investigative inquiries as necessary to represent a client. Shall perform legal research and follow up on matters as assigned by the Public Defender. Shall prepare or assist in drafting and filing motions, memorandums of law, petitions and other legal documents. Recognize sensitive and complex issues relating to court cases and handle efficiently. Will be responsible in assisting with data collection and reporting to the Public Defender as assigned. Shall perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Basic Requirements:
Successful completion of a course of study in an accredited two (2) year college leading to an AA/AAS degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field. NOTE: Applicant must submit a copy of all college transcripts and/or degree to meet positive education requirements.

In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, candidates must have had two (2) years of specialized experience.

Specialized experience is experience in defending cases involving criminal law, Guardian Ad litem, child welfare and juvenile delinquency successfully OR a combination of education and training in a job related field. Examples of the type of experience that will be credited are shown above under “Duties and Responsibilities”.

For full job description, click here AsstPublicDefender.

Contact:
Deidre Antonio
d.antonio@scat-nsn.gov

Department of The Interior
Office of the Solicitor
Closes Monday, April 18, 2016
Job Announcement Number
SOL-2016-0033

With an emphasis on high ethical standards, excellence in public service and the delivery of quality legal services, the Office of the Solicitor performs the legal work for the United States Department of the Interior, manages the Department’s Ethics Office and resolves FOIA Appeals. With more than four hundred total employees, three hundred of which are attorneys licensed in forty states, the Office strives to provide sound legal services to fulfill the Department’s diverse and wide-ranging mission.
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position?

• This is an excepted appointment not-to-exceed 2 years, for which all qualified applicants, with or without Federal status, may apply and be considered. This appointment may be extended for additional periods of time without further competition.
• The Office of the Solicitor has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty location (Washington, DC) identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this location on a regular and recurring basis.
• For additional information on telework you may access the Department of Interior’s Telework Handbook at http://www.usgs.gov/humancapital/pb/documents/teleworkhandbookOctober2012.pdf

For job description and application process, click here: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/435306000/

Rosette, LLP
Attorneys at Law
Indian Law Attorney (0-3 years)
www.rosettelaw.com

Rosette LLP is a majority-Indian owned and operated law firm providing legal services to federally-recognized Indian tribes and their governmental entities and agencies nationwide.

We are currently seeking an attorney for the Firm’s Chandler office, in Arizona, who has zero to 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates must be a member in good standing of at least the Arizona Bar. Preference will be given to attorneys who are licensed in multiple jurisdictions, as well as those who have an established commitment to protecting the interests of federally-recognized Indian Tribes and matters involving Native American heritage, as well as a keen interest and experience in Federal Indian law including in the areas of litigation (in tribal, state and federal courts), transactional law, gaming law, internal tribal governance matters, lobbying, water law and/environmental law.

Please respond to this job posting with your cover letter, resume and writing sample via email to: Christian Cienfuegos at: ccienfuegos@rosettelaw.com.

Click here for full job description, Indian Law Attorney.

DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.
Director of Development

Requirements
At least 5 years non-profit resource development experience, including grassroots fund-raising, direct mail, and special events. Proven success in grant research and writing.  In-depth understanding of DNA’s client community. Ability to communicate and disseminate information about DNA’s services, mission and accomplishments to both legal professionals and our client community. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; excellent organizational skills. Strong computer experience including ability to use fund-raising software, and ability to conduct grant source, foundation and prospect research over the internet. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking. Strong management and supervisory skills. Reports directly to the Executive Director.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to bbenavidez@dnalegalservices.org. DNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and follows the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

Click here for full job description – DNA Development Director Job Description (2).

DNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and follows the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.
Human Resource Director Job Description

Qualifications:
Required:
Knowledge of employment law (such as appropriate interview questions to ask, Navajo Preference in Employment Act, US Dept of Labor regulations, state labor regulations). Bachelors’ degree or higher in a relevant field.  Past experience designing and implementing policies/procedures for programs, projects, or an organization as a whole.  2 years’ experience successfully and independently managing a staff, having consistently demonstrated compassion, creativity in solving interpersonal issues, but also a willingness to be authoritative. Cross-cultural competence. Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Positive references (self-provided or independently gathered), including past supervisees. Demonstrated commitment to public service.

Preferred:
Legal education and/or practice preferred.  Willingness to learn and apply cultural dispute resolution techniques, such as Navajo k’e and Peacemaking, and Hopi Kyav’tsi. Experience working within a non-profit organization. Work from Window Rock DNA office.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to bbenavidez@dnalegalservices.org.
DNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and follows the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

Click here to download full job description – HR Resource Manager Job Description2.