Attorney
555 S. Telshor, Suite 300
Las Cruces, NM 88011
United States
15-AUSA-NM-5

About the Office: The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico has approximately 165 employees and contractors. The main office is located in Albuquerque. The branch office in Las Cruces is located approximately 225 miles south of Albuquerque, is 50 miles from the Mexican border, and includes approximately 45 of the district employees and contractors. The District also has an unstaffed office in Santa Fe.

This position will be located in Las Cruces, NM. Las Cruces, New Mexico is the second largest city in New Mexico, is nestled in the fertile Mesilla Valley between the majestic Organ Mountains and the meandering Rio Grande. Las Cruces is located 50 miles north of the Mexican border. Las Cruces blends a unique variety of attractions, culture, historical sites, and superb year-round weather with 350 days of sunshine per year.

Job Description: The attorney selected will be working in the in Las Cruces Branch Office and will handle prosecution of a wide variety of federal offenses.

Qualifications: 

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member, in good standing, of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least one (1) year of post-J.D. experience.

Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and the facility to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a case and demonstrate superior oral and writing skills as well as strong research and interpersonal skills, and good judgment. Applicants must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies. Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding office and courtroom environment.

Applicants will be expected to conduct their own legal research and writing and must be substantially self- sufficient in preparing day to day correspondence and pleadings. Applicants must also possess computer literacy skills to include experience with automated research, electronic court filing, electronic e-mail and word processing systems.

United States citizenship is required.

Salary: $51,916-$153,176 including locality pay, depending on experience.

Travel: Moderate travel may be required.

Application Process: Any interested applicant should submit a cover letter and resume by electronic mail no later than September 29, 2015.

No telephone calls please. We will contact you if we believe an interview is appropriate or if further information is required.

mail to:USANM.HR@usdoj.gov

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Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Relocation Expenses: Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized.
Number of Positions: 1 -As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html.

DEPARTMENT: Legal Department
REPORTS TO: General Counsel

DEFINITION/PURPOSE:
Provide legal advice to the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Tribal Council, tribal departments and economic enterprises. Represent the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in matters brought in Tribal, State and Federal court.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

TASKS: Serves as legal advisor to the Tribal Council, tribal government departments and economic enterprises; Provides legal advice and analysis of tribal, state and Federal laws and regulations; Drafts and revises the Tribal Constitution, Law and Order Code, other tribal laws, ordinances, and policies; Works at hours and times outside of normal business hours and days; Drafts, reviews and recommends changes to contracts; Reviews other agreements, proposals; Represents the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in Tribal, State and Federal court actions; Performs other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Constitution, Law and Order Code, Arizona Revised Statutes, Federal Indian Law, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, Indian Civil Rights Act, Indian Child Welfare Act, Tribal and Federal Indian Case Law, Federal Rules of Evidence; Federal Rules of Civil Procedures

• Knowledge of contract, gaming and employment law;

• Knowledge of state and Federal court procedures, proceedings, and practices;

• Knowledge of legal research utilizing books and electronic research systems;

• Skill in interpreting and applying complex laws, statutes, ordinances, and rules to the facts and evidence in individual cases;

• Skill in drafting complex court orders;

• Skill in utilizing a computer and in software capable of word processing;

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, state and Federal officials, departments, and agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
1) An attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona; 2) Two years of experience as an attorney; 3) Current AZ driver’s license and meet FMYN insurance standards.

POSITION STATUS: Regular-Full-Time Job Code: 114-71 Revised 9/15

PAYRATE: $69,965.48 to $83,958.57

OPEN DATE: September 24, 2015 CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Human Resources Department
Attn: Recruiter
P O Box 17779
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
Phone: 480-789-7118
Fax: 480-816-0419
Email: recruiter@ftmcdowell.org or
sgonzales@ftmcdowell.org

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.

WILL REQUIRE TO PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN
AND COMPLETE A BACKGROUND CHECK
WHICH MAY REQUIRE FINGERPRINTING

Job Title: Deputy Executive Legal Counsel
Job Category: Crow Tribe Executive Branch
Department/Group: Legal
Location: Crow Agency, MT
Pay Range: DOE
Position Type: Full-time Employee
Contact: Melissa Holds the Enemy
Managing Attorney
(406) 638-2059
Date posted: September 22, 2015
Posting Expires: October 6, 2015
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing samples, and references to the Managing Attorney, Melissa Holds the Enemy.

Applications Accepted By:
Fax or E-mail: (406) 638-2614 (fax)
Melissa.Holdstheenemy@crow-nsn.gov
Attention: Melissa Holds the Enemy

Mail:
Attn: Office of Legal Counsel
P.O. Box 340
Crow Agency, MT 59022

Job Description
Qualifications and Education Requirements

The Office of Legal Counsel consists of five (5) In-House attorneys as well as the Prosecutor, Assistant Prosecutor and Child Protection/ICWA attorney.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel completes tasks as assigned by the Managing Attorney and Executive Officials.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel would provide advice to the Executive Officials and various Boards, Committees, Commissions and Executive Branch departments such as the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Economic Development and the Environmental Protection Program.  The Deputy Executive Legal Counsel’s responsibilities would include: drafting, reviewing and analyzing agreements, cooperative agreements, leases contracts, orders, rights of ways, Memoranda of Understanding/Agreement, insurance claims and proposed regulations; drafting codes and regulations in cooperation with the Crow Legislative Branch; attending and providing input at Legislative Committee meetings and quarterly and special Legislative Sessions; attending on-site and off-site meetings with tribal departments and state, local or federal agencies and entities.

Tribal Member and Indian Preference

Preference will be given to qualified members of the Crow Tribe of Indians, and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes.

Job Title: Tribal Relations & Strategic Initiatives Analyst

Salary: $67,912 – $84,905 Annually Job Type: Full-Time Location: Headquarters – Phoenix 85024, Arizona

Tribal Relations / Public Policy / Government Relations / Legislative Affairs

Central Arizona Project (CAP) is the largest supplier of renewable water in the state of Arizona. We operate and maintain a 335 mile long aqueduct and pumping plant system that stretches from our source at the Colorado River to the communities of central and southern Arizona. On a yearly basis, we pump and deliver over 1.5 million acre-feet (over 521 billion gallons) of water to enhance the state’s economy and quality of life and ensure sustainable growth for current and future populations of Arizonans. CAP is highly respected and takes great pride in providing the people of Arizona this service reliably, cost effectively and in an environmentally sound manner with the highest regard for employee safety and health, evolving public needs and customer satisfaction.

We employ nearly 500 people who enjoy the close community of a small company while helping to fulfill our extremely valuable mission. We offer highly competitive salaries and excellent benefits including membership in the Arizona State Retirement System, partial employer matching of 401(k) contributions, medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, 4-10 work schedule, and significant investment in employee training and development. Employees are eligible for benefits on their first day of employment. (Benefits are subject to change at any time). CAP is truly a great place to work!

The Strategic Initiatives and Public Policy (SIPP) group provides a consistent and unified voice for Central Arizona Project (CAP) in matters of public policy, state and federal legislation and strategic positioning of the organization with our customers and throughout legislative or regulatory processes. In addition, the group coordinates strategic activities across the organization to ensure that Board of Directors’ 2011 Integrated Internal Strategic Plan and other priorities and CAP’s business objectives are met. The Tribal Relations & Strategic Initiatives Analyst:

• Executes comprehensive outreach and serves as a liaison to enhance communications and relationships with customers and stakeholders, including tribal and agricultural stakeholders. • Makes recommendations and updates related outreach plans, proposals, and/or initiatives. • Determines information needs and tracks emerging issues potentially affecting CAP and its tribal and agricultural stakeholders, including federal, state, regional, tribal or business policies and regulatory directives. • Performs technical, financial, regulatory and legislative research and analysis associated with state and federal water, energy and environmental issues as they relate primarily to tribal and agricultural stakeholders. • Establishes strategic partnerships with outside agencies as directed by the Stakeholder Relations & Strategic Development Manager. • Acquires and analyzes information and technical data from internal and external sources. • Assists with all development, maintenance, updates and revisions associated with strategic planning. Collaborates with inter-departmental and cross-functional teams related to issue areas as needed. • Attends numerous meetings and community events and represents CAP before local, state, tribal and other organizations.

The successful candidate for this position will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least five years of related experience, experience with tribal relations, and a valid driver’s license. You should possess excellent interpersonal, negotiation, customer service, and conflict management skills. Also public speaking and professional writing experience is essential. For more details about the position and CAP, visit our website at www.cap-az.com/jobs.

Please note: The salary listed for this opening represents our “starting” range, which includes our entry salary rate up to midpoint of the official range.

If you are looking for a challenging role with the opportunity to make a difference in Arizona while enjoying a great work/life balance, APPLY ONLINE today at www.cap-az.com/jobs. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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