ILP Alum, Brian Lewis, will soon publish his paper, “So Close, Yet So Far Away: A Comparative Analysis of Indian Status in Canada and the United States,” in the Willamette International Law Journal. Below is a link to the paper through TurtleTalk:
http://turtletalk.wordpress.com/2011/03/11/brian-lewis-on-u-s-canadian-law-on-indian-status/
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 12 tribes and nine universities have been selected as 2011 Native American Congressional Interns. 3 of these students are from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University Indian Legal Program! The students were selected by an independent review committee of nationally recognized Native educators and tribal policy leaders on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
– Michael Mainwold, Onk Akimel O’Odham from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, interning with the U.S. Department of Interior, Solicitors Office, in the Indian Affairs Division.
– Jacob Schellinger, Stockbridge-Munsee Band of the Mohicans, interning with the U.S. Department of Justice, in the Office of Tribal Justice.
– Farrah Secody, Navajo Nation, interning for Senator John McCain.
PUEBLO de SAN ILDEFONSO
Human Resources Office
02 Tunyo Po
Santa Fe, NM 87506
JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
The Administration has a Tribal Judge position available.
Job Summary
The Tribal Judge presides over the Pueblo de San Ildefonso Tribal Court and is responsible for the overall administration and operation of the Tribal Court. The Tribal Judge is responsible for fairly and impartially hearing and deciding cases and matters within the jurisdiction of the Tribal Court pursuant to the Pueblo de San Ildefonso Civil and Criminal Code, regulations and applicable federal law. The Tribal Judge is responsible for protecting and enhancing the sovereignty of the Pueblo de San Ildefonso. Communicates with Tribal Council and Administration regarding the administration of the Court, program goals, funding, strategic development and issues of importance to the Pueblo de San Ildefonso and the Tribal Court. Responsible for planning, coordinating, maintaining and enhancing the judicial services provided to the community. Represents the Pueblo de San Ildefonso Tribal Court before local, state and federal agencies, national and local judicial organizations and at meetings as appropriate. As a representative of the Pueblo de San Ildefonso, the Tribal Judge must conduct himself/herself according to the highest ethical standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Pre-Law, Political Science, Public Administration, or related field required.
Juris Doctorate degree (JD) from an ABA accredited law school preferred. 5 years of general judicial experience required, including experience with Court procedures, with 3-5 years experience in specified duties and responsibilities. Judicial administration experience also preferred. Experience and/or practice in field of Indian Law with emphasis on federal Indian law, tribal law, tribal sovereignty, tribal government and jurisdiction. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access and Outlook. Knowledge of Full Court database would be valuable. Requires excellent communication skills – both written and verbal. Must be able to write clear and reasoned court orders and decisions. Ability to perform quality work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality. Must not have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving dishonesty or ever been disbarred by any jurisdiction. Must be able to perform the responsibilities of the position in accordance with judicial and/or ethical standards. Must be insurable under the Pueblo de San Ildefonso vehicle insurance policy. A favorable background check is required.
The Pueblo de San Ildefonso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference is given to qualified Native Americans.
APPLICATION: A job description and application are available in the Human Resources office.
Submit your resume and an application to the Human Resources office; via e-mail itsepe@sanipueblo.org; or FAX: (505) 455-4149. Call 455-4112 with questions about this position.
DEADLINE FOR APPLYING: Open until position is filled.
The American Indian Law Center is working in collaboration with the University of New Mexico’s Institute of Public Law and Southwest Indian Law Clinic to present the Tribal Court Training Program. The Tribal Court Training Program is a series of sessions specifically for Tribal Court Judges, Tribal Court Prosecutors, and Tribal Court Administrators/Clerks. The Registration form and Save the Date flyer for the Tribal Court Training Program is available at: http://www.ailc-inc.org/PDF%20files/Tribal.Court.Training-Registration%20Form.rev1.pdf
Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation.
http://www.colvilletribes.com/jobs.htm
There are two positions for judges and one for an attorney.
Havasupai Tribe
Havasupai Tribal Court
Job Announcement
Position Title: Tribal Public Defender
Pay Rate: Dependant on Experience
Supervised by: Havasupai Tribal Council
Closing Date: Open until filled
Summary: To conduct the legal activities and services of the Public Defender’s Office; and to do related work as required.
Responsibilities: The Tribal Public Defender represents in the Havasupai Tribal Court indigent persons accused of crimes. Representation includes all stages of the proceedings following the arrest of the defendant. This will include meeting with the client, obtaining police and other investigative reports, conducting an independent investigation of the crime, legal research and motion practice, referrals to outside agencies as warranted, negotiating plea agreements or preparing and presenting a defense at jury and bench trials, and other appearances in the Havasupai Tribal Courts as required. The incumbent shall discuss the public defense program with judges, prosecutors, law enforcement officials, and other persons to obtain information and possible action relative to defendants. Confers with office staff on clerical problems, record keeping, and reporting systems, and initiates changes as required. Dictates correspondence and prepares reports.
Term of Office: The term of office shall be for two (2) years.
Knowledge: Philosophy and practice of public defense in tribal courts; duties, powers, limitations, and responsibility of the Public Defender’s Officer; methods and problems of administering the work of a governmental law office; legal principles and their application with emphasis on criminal law; rules of evidence and the conduct of court proceedings; legal research methods.
Ability to: Investigate and defend criminal complaints; analyze difficult and complex facts and legal problems and apply legal principles and their practices; present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form; draft legal instruments and opinions; perform legal research; win the confidence and respect of members of the legal profession, public officials, and other persons contacted in the position.
Employment Standards:
a. Broad, extensive, and progressively responsible experience as an attorney in criminal law; or,
b. Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, abilities, and license.
Qualifications:
1. Have a juris doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
2. Be a member in good standing of the bar of any state or federal court.
3. Be at least (21) years of age.
4. Have criminal litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in Indian law.
5. Be of high moral character and integrity.
6. Have no felony convictions, no serious misdemeanor conviction, and, within the past twelve months, no misdemeanors in any court.
7. Be physically able to carry out the duties of the office.
8. Submit to and pass pre-employment background check and drug screen, including FBI criminal history background check
9. For persons who meet the above minimum qualifications preference will be given, in the following order, to enrolled members of the Havasupai Tribe, enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe.
Please submit a cover letter, writing sample three pages or longer, and resume by March 02, 2011, to the;
Havasupai Tribal Council
PO Box 10
Supai, Arizona 86435
POSTED: February 10, 2011
(Applicants will be reviewed after a month of the postings)
Havasupai Tribe
Havasupai Tribal Court
Job Announcement
Position: Chief Judge
Salary: Based on Experience
Supervision: The Chief Judge works under the general supervision of the Chairperson and Havasupai Tribal Council.
Closing: Open until Filled
Summary: The Chief Judge shall hear all criminal, civil, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile matters and all other matters over which jurisdiction is vested in the Havasupai Tribal Court by the Tribal Council.
Responsibilities: Essential functions include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by the Chief Judge.
– Preside over and determine criminal, civil, domestic relations, probate, civil regulatory, ICWA, and juvenile matters and all other matters over which jurisdiction is vested in the Havasupai Tribal Court by the Tribal Council.
– Perform legal research, interpret law, and apply the applicable law to the facts of the case
– Issue search and seizure warrants, arrest warrants, and orders of protection and conduct arraignments at various hours of day or night
– Administer the overall function and operation of the Tribal Court
– Ensure financial accountability regarding collection of all court fines/fees and the Tribal Court budget
– Supervise associate judges and court staff, including the establishment of work procedures to insure a smooth and efficient operation of the court
– Recommend to the Tribal Council the enactment or amendment of rules of procedure and policy for the Tribal Court
– Conduct, maintain, and provide training for Tribal Courts judges and court staff and attend self-development training sessions as necessary or requested by the Tribal Council
– Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications: The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications.
– Have a juris doctor from an ABA accredited law school
– Be a member in good standing of the bar of any state or federal court
– Have experience as a tribal judge exercising both civil and criminal jurisdiction
– Have considerable knowledge of Federal Indian law, of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and of Evidence, and of Arizona law
– Demonstrate the ability to analyze difficult and complex facts and issues and to issue clear oral and written decisions based on application of the facts and issues to the applicable law
– Be familiar with alternative sentencing and restorative justice
– Demonstrate judicial knowledge and temperament
– Demonstrate knowledge of docket management skills, courtroom management skills and case management skills.
– Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of management/supervision/administration, personnel management, bookkeeping, record keeping, case and cash management
Candidates must be at least 25 years of age. Candidates may not have any felony conviction or serious misdemeanor conviction. Candidates must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen, including FBI criminal history background check. Candidates must not be a Tribal Council Member or the holder of any other elected office of the Havasupai Tribe. A candidate who is a member of the Tribal Council or holds other elected office may be confirmed as Chief Judge subject to his or her resignation.
For persons who meet the above minimum qualifications preference will be given, in the following order, to enrolled members of the Havasupai Tribe, enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe.
Term: Two Years
Application: Please submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample of at least three pages to:
The Havasupai Tribal Council
P.O. Box 10
Supai, Arizona 86435
POSTED: February 10, 2011
(Applicants will be reviewed after a month of the postings)
