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Puyallup Tribe Staff Attorney Job Opening
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Author: Sarah M Donnelly
Association of Village Council Presidents Seeks CEO
Deputy Prosecutor Opportunity with Gila River Indian Comm.
Gila River Indian Community
Job Description
PROSECUTOR I – DEPUTY COMMUNITY PROSECUTOR
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Prosecutor I position involves representing the Community in the litigation of criminal complaints, civil petitions and juvenile offender matters in the Community courts as plaintiff or petitioner; legal research and writing; intimately familiar with professional responsibilities as an Attorney.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct legal research, analysis and document production related to the litigation of criminal and civil cases in the Community courts.
- Represents the Community in Court at arraignments/initial hearings, pretrial/status conferences, review and evidentiary hearings and trials/adjudications in which the Community is the plaintiff or petitioner, as assigned.
- Draft legal pleadings for the Community courts.
- Gather and analyze evidence in criminal and civil cases.
- Maintain case files, calendars and database for criminal and civil cases.
- Assist in the development, revision and codification of the Community’s laws, resolution and ordinances.
- Assist in representing the Community at meetings, court proceedings and other functions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Background and knowledge of criminal law, procedure and appellate process with some practical experience in criminal case preparation and litigation preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience in application of the principles of jurisprudence and legal analysis, including a background in and knowledge of Federal Indian Law.
- Ability to work independently and in intensive concert with others.
- Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate ideas and logical analysis orally and in writing.
- 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:
Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited school of law with current membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Submission of an acceptable legal writing sample (5-10 pages).
- Preference for attorney with specialized experience in Federal Indian Law.
- Required to qualify for a Tribal driving permit.
- Must be able to pass a background check and DPS fingerprint clearance.
Classification Code: PR022 Approved: 04/24/2015
Grade:48 Base Pay: $66,058
Non-Supervisory, Salaried Position Reports to Chief Prosecutor or designee
Justice Department Investigating Fatal Police Shooting of Loreal Tsingine
Link to Guardian article by Jamiles Lartey here.
Excerpt:
In the video, Tsingine gets up and walks toward Shipley with a small pair of medical scissors in her left hand, and another officer quickly approaches her from behind. Shipley draws his gun and directs it at Tsingine, and the footage is cut off before he fires the fatal shot.
The shooting was ruled justified by the Maricopa County attorney’s office last Friday.
Tsingine’s aunt, Floranda Dempsey, said her niece was 5ft tall and weighed 95lbs. “They should have been able to subdue her with their huge size and weight,” she said. “It wasn’t like she came at them first. I’m sure anyone would be mad if they were thrown around.” She added a question: “Where were the tasers, pepper sprays, batons?”
The family filed a $10.5m wrongful death lawsuit against the city at the beginning of the month, claiming that “the city of Winslow was negligent in hiring, training, retaining, controlling and supervising” the officer who killed Tsingine.
Shipley’s training records show two of his fellow officers had serious concerns that he was too quick to go for his service weapon, that he ignored directives from superiors, and that he was liable to falsify reports and not control his emotions.
A day before Shipley’s training ended, nearly three years ago, a police corporal recommended that the Winslow police department not retain him.
“They were warned he was likely to hurt someone back in 2013 or so, by another commanding officer,” Floranda said. “It’s unbelievable as to why he was still allowed to wear a badge.”
NNABA Employment Opportunities
Each opportunity below will be posted on the NNABA website at nativeamericanbar.org
Indian Law/Tribal Law Opportunities:
- Ethics & Rules Committee (PDF), Three Affiliated Tribes, Mandan, ND (Open until filled)
- Associate Judge (PDF), Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, Winnebago NE (Open until filled)
- Legislative Director, Native American Contractors, Washington, DC (Open until filled)
Federal Opportunities:
- Policy Analyst, Office of the Secretary of the Interior, Washington, DC
Additional attorney vacancy announcements can be found at:
http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html
Other Opportunities:
- Staff attorney, National Center for Law and Economic Justice, New York, NY (Open until filled)
Attorney-Adviser Vacancy with DOI in Boise
Link to USAJobs announcement here.
Main client would be Bureau of Reclamation (so water law), with some Indian law work. Closes Friday, August 8, 2016.
Updated Supreme Court Stats
Back by request, here’s the updated report card that ILPC Fellow Peter Vicaire started in 2011.
Link to Vicaire’s post here.
Colorado State College of Natural Resources Seeks Native Consultation Specialist
Link to job announcement here.
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) wants a researcher with an advanced degree that can consult and work with Tribes on issues including NAGPRA. Closing date is 7/31/2016.
Staff Attorney Position with Nez Perce Tribe
STAFF ATTORNEY with relevant experience with land, water rights, and personnel matters, preferably on behalf of Indian tribes or other governments. The Office of Legal Counsel provides the full range of legal services to the Nez Perce Tribe (Tribe), in Lapwai, ID, and consists of 5 attorneys. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling litigation, transactional negotiations, project management, and strategic planning; be a team player, have sound judgement, accompanied by excellent research, writing and communications skills; have the ability to analyze complex factual, legal, and policy issues; delve deeply into any area of law; and to respond to the wide array of legal issues that require prompt and accurate analysis on a day-to-day basis. The Tribe offers an attractive compensation package, including medical and life insurance, 401(k) contribution, and a generous leave policy.
REQUIRED: JD degree, state bar member, 1 year legal practice, Idaho State Bar admission within 1 year of hire, valid driver’s license, insurable under the Tribe’s policy, provide 3 year motor vehicle report, pre-employment drug test.
A complete application includes: NPT application/resume: STAFF ATTORNEY HR-16-173, P.O. Box 365, Lapwai, ID 83540, by 4:30 pm., 8/19/16 (208) 843-7332 Tribal, Indian, Veteran preference applies. INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. http://www.nezperce.org
Little Traverse Historical Society: “A Bitter Memory” The Burn-Out at Burt Lake
Rick Wiles History Talk FREE
WHEN: Thursday, July 28th, 7-8pm
WHERE: 100 Depot Court Petoskey, MI
MORE INFORMATION
Rick Wiles is a retired teacher from the Public Schools of Petoskey who writes historical white papers for the Mackinac Journal. He will discuss the October 1900 burning of the Cheboiganing Band’s Village.
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