Position Title

Legal Administrative Assistant

Employer Name

Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians

Location (City, State or Remote)

Oakhurst, CA

Job Description/Main Duties

Prepares Motions, Resolutions, and Ordinances.

• Perform support to the Attorney General and the legal department in a legal setting.
• Prepare and format correspondence, legal documentation, and legal papers.
• Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations.
• Respond to inquiries and redirect when necessary.
• Conduct legal research and/or analysis when needed.
• Schedule meetings and arrange conference or meeting rooms.
• Prioritize and determine matters of top priority and handle accordingly.
• Exercise discretion and professionalism when relating sensitive internal and external matters and willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.
• Must have knowledge of legal documents including pleadings, contracts, and associated ancillary documents.
• Assist in communication directives, instructions, and assignments to attorneys and department staff.
• Maintain and update electronic and hard copy databases and tracking systems.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in legal studies or related field OR equivalent work experience.
• Candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a legal administrative assistant.
• Knowledge of constitution, legal terminology, regulations and court system.
• Knowledge of MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, etc.).
• Requires excellent organizational, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Must have valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive background check.
• Preferred Experience:
• Candidate must have completed or currently be enrolled in an ABA approved Paralegal Certificate Program.
• Experience in Cultural matters, ICWA matters, Guardianships, Garnishments, Torts, and knowledge of all aspects of Indian law preferred.
• Legal files and software suites preferred.

Salary Range

$45,000 – $50,000

Closing Date

March 5, 2025

Link to job announcement with instructions for applicants.

Position Title

Deputy Attorney General

Employer Name

Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians

Location (City, State or Remote)

Oakhurst, CA

Job Description/Main Duties

Prepares Motions, Resolutions, and Ordinances.

• Prepares and reviews contracts, agreements, leases, rights of way and similar documents to promote legal interests of the Tribe.
• Provides legal advice on the rights, obligations, and privileges of the Tribe.
• Represents the Tribe in court hearings; represents departmental directors and supervisors in personnel grievance hearings.
• Negotiates contracts, purchases and other agreements promoting the best legal and financial interests of the Tribe.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by conducting research; reviews case histories and rulings; attends workshops, conferences, and seminars; establishes networks; confers with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Maintains documentation and confidentiality of all Tribal information.
• Contributes to a team effort.
• Familiarity with the Tribe’s Constitution, laws, and culture is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Adept at multi-tasking, have unquestionable integrity, with a commitment to accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Must have a valid license to practice law in the State of California and be a member in
  good standing of the State Bar of California.
• At least five (5) years of law practice experience with a law firm, legal department, non-
  profit, or legal services organization.
• At least three (3) years of experience in Indian law, which includes trial practice,
  government and municipal law, civil rights, land use, corporate and business law,
  gaming law, real estate law, tax law, and civil legal services is preferred.
• At least three (3) years of experience with Tribal business entity formation and
  regulation is preferred.
• Must be free of any conviction by any state or the United States for a crime punishable
  by imprisonment for a term of one (1) year, or more, or by any foreign government for a
  crime which would be punishable by imprisonment for a term of one year, or more, if
  committed in California, or must have been pardoned for such offense, or have had a
  conviction for offense overturned or reversed by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Salary Range

$120,000 – $150,000

Closing Date

March 5, 2025

Link to job announcement with instructions for applicants.

Location: Mescalero Apache Tribe, Mescalero, NM

Job Description/Main Duties

Per Article XXVI – Part III the Judiciary shall consist of two associate judges to assist the Chief Judge in hearing all matters before the court. The Associate Judge must qualify per Section 4 of Article XXVI so that they can responsibly carry out all duties of an associate judge to fairly and impartially hear and decide all matters assigned by the chief judge. Under the direct supervision of the Chief Judge

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Hear and preside over all types of cases filed in the Tribal Court, including but not limited to: criminal, traffic, civil (i.e. domestic relations, probate, repossession, breach of contract, personal injury), juvenile and child welfare cases (i.e. neglect, dependency, delinquency, truancy).
2. Conduct legal research and issue orders in a timely manner.
3. Preside over bench and jury trials in both criminal and civil matters
4. Issue search and seizure warrants, arrest warrants and orders of protection where appropriate.
5. Assist the Chief Judge in the development of the court rules of procedure in all areas listed above.
6. Adhere to the Tribal Code and Tribal Court Judicial Code of Conduct and Judicial Ethics.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired or Preferred Qualifications

1. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to perform legal research and possess analytical skills commensurate with the position of associate judge.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of general legal principles in all areas listed in “Duties and Responsibilities”.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of Mescalero Apache Law, Federal Indian Law and other relevant law.
4. Understand, appreciate and promote the ideas of tribal self-determination and tribal sovereignty.
5. Possess and demonstrate a judicial temperament.
6. Possess a working knowledge of computers and software.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
A law degree from an ABA approved law school, or a Master’s level degree with court experience, or a Bachelor of Arts or Sciences with at least 2 years court experience, or an Associates of Arts degree with at least 4 years of court experience or High School diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of court experience including 2 years serving as a judge.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES:

1. A state or tribal bar license is preferred although not a pre-requisite to obtaining the appointment
2. Must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license and be insurable.
3. Must submit to a background check

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Pursuant to Chapter 2, Section 2-1-4 of the Revised (September 9, 2016) Mescalero Apache Tribal Code, the successful candidate for the position of Associate or Alternate Judge must:

1. Possess at least one-quarter (1/4) Indian blood and is a member of a federally-recognized Tribe, nation or bank of Indians, or is an Eskimo, Aleut or other Alaskan native.
2. Be not less than 35 years nor more than 70 years of age; and
3. Has not been convicted of a felony, or, within one year of a misdemeanor previous to appointment.

Salary range: $58,152.00 to $87148.00

Open until filled. Link for applicants.

LOCATION: Mescalero Apache Tribe, Mescalero, NM

Job Description

The Public Defender will represent individuals subject to any criminal complaint filed in the Mescalero Apache Tribal Court. The Public Defender will work with the Chief Prosecutor’s Office to resolve criminal cases by deferred prosecution for treatment, counseling, family therapy or other options, or plea agreement or trial or sentencing and/or appeal. The Public Defender will work to resolve matters in an ethical and professional manner.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found or assigned to this position.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Represent individuals in criminal court for all matters filed against them.
 Conduct legal research and compose motions and pleas on behalf of the defendants.
 Create forms for eligibility of representation, conflicts, and any other document needed to represent individuals in criminal court.
 Work with the Tribe on any issues involving code development.
 Assist the Chief Judge in the development of the court rules of criminal procedure.
 Develop relationships with the local, state and federal Public Defender’s and Prosecutors office and where necessary, other Tribal Prosecutors and Public Defenders
 Work with the Wellness Court Team to help admit potential individuals into that program, and
 Adhere to the Professional and Ethical Rules of Responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired or Preferred Qualifications

 1 to 5 years working in a court as a public defender or in a tribal court setting or a court setting of any jurisdiction;
 If no experience, law courses in trial practice, clinical practice, law journal or moot court competition
 Basic understanding of Federal Indian Law, and
 Knowledge of the Mescalero Apache Tribe

Salary range: $58,152.00 to $87,148.00

Open until filled.

Job Summary
The Public Defender will represent individuals subject to any criminal complaint filed in the Mescalero Apache Tribal Court. The Public Defender will work with the Chief Prosecutor’s Office to resolve criminal cases by deferred prosecution for treatment, counseling, family therapy or other options, or plea agreement or trial or sentencing and/or appeal. The Public Defender will work to resolve matters in an ethical and professional manner.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found or assigned to this position.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Represent individuals in criminal court for all matters filed against them.
 Conduct legal research and compose motions and pleas on behalf of the defendants.
 Create forms for eligibility of representation, conflicts, and any other document needed to represent individuals in criminal court.
 Work with the Tribe on any issues involving code development.
 Assist the Chief Judge in the development of the court rules of criminal procedure.
 Develop relationships with the local, state and federal Public Defender’s and Prosecutors office and where necessary, other Tribal Prosecutors and Public Defenders
 Work with the Wellness Court Team to help admit potential individuals into that program, and
 Adhere to the Professional and Ethical Rules of Responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 Demonstrate oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to perform legal research and possess analytical skills commensurate with the position of a public defender.
 Demonstrate knowledge of general legal principles in all areas listed in “Duties and Responsibilities”.
 Demonstrate knowledge of Mescalero Apache Law, Federal Indian Law and other relevant law.
 Understand, appreciate and promote the ideas of tribal self-determination and tribal sovereignty as it relates to individual rights.
 Possess and demonstrate a respect and proper candor to the court., and
 Possess a working knowledge of computers and software and office management.

Education
 A law degree from an ABA approved law school.

Licenses and Certifications:
 A state or tribal bar license is preferred although not a pre-requisite to obtaining the appointment. However, the candidate must obtain license to practice law within one year of the date of hire.
 Must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license and be insurable, and
 Must submit to a background check

Minimum Qualifications
 I to 5 years working in a court as a public defender or in a tribal court setting or a court setting of any jurisdiction;
 If no experience, law courses in trial practice, clinical practice, law journal or moot court competition
 Basic understanding of Federal Indian Law, and
 Knowledge of the Mescalero Apache Tribe

Tribal preference and Native American Indian preference shall apply to all positions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for prolonged periods, walk; stand; use hands for dexterity of motion; stoop, bend, kneel or crouch, and have normal auditory and verbal communications skills. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment
Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.

Salary & Benefits
Negotiable depending on experience.

Tribal Preference Policy: Tribal Ordinance 06-02, preference will be given to qualified Mescalero Apache Tribal Members, members of other federally recognized tribes, and then to Tribal Affiliates. Applicants not entitled 10 the preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

Please submit an application, cover letter, resume and 3-5 page-writing sample for employment to the Human Resources Department located at the Tribal Offices. Call 575-464-9276 for more information.

RFP for Sealed Proposals to supply cleaning services for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Department of Health Services

Location: Mshkiki Community Clinic at 1986 Mall Place, Benton Harbor, MI

Please see the RFP at the link provided here.

United States District Court, Western District of Michigan

Law clerks work closely with the Judge on civil and criminal litigation filed in District Court.

Candidates must possess excellent research and writing skills. They must also be law
school graduates from an accredited law school; be organized and work well
independently; and be experienced with Word, Westlaw, Lexis, and related platforms.
Judge King’s selection process involves a timed legal research and writing assignment;
therefore, candidates must have access to Westlaw or Lexis. Candidates must also have
at least one year of federal clerkship experience or at least two years of litigation
experience prior to the position start date.

Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) Grade 11 – 13, depending on experience, qualifications, and bar
membership.

Salary range: $83,104 to $153,982 annually, full-time.

Open until filled; however, priority will be given to applications submitted by March 3, 2025.

Judge King does not accept hard copy applications. Qualified applicants should submit the
following materials via OSCAR or via e-mail (Word or Acrobat .pdf format) to
kingapps@wawd.uscourts.gov:

• A cover letter of up to three pages addressing the following: (1) your work
  environment preferences (including but not limited to whether you prefer in person
  or hybrid work); (2) how your background and/or experience makes you a good fit for
  a law clerk position, which typically involves a large volume of work and timesensitive matters that may require work during nights and weekends; and
  (3) anything else of note that you would like Judge King to consider.
• A current resume
• A minimum of three professional references
• A writing sample that is five to ten pages in length; the writing sample ideally should be
  written solely by the applicant; however, if it was edited by others, the applicant must
  indicate in the cover letter the extent to which it has been edited by others.
• A completed AO78, Application for Employment.* For this vacancy announcement (25-
  WAW-10), you do not need to complete the optional background information –
  questions 18, 19, and 20.

MORE INFO HERE.