Job Description
EIVIPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Defense Attorney 11
Closing Date: 02/09/2021
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 20-382-2
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Defense Services Office
City: Sacaton, AZLocations: 151 S. Bluebird Road
Area of Interest: Defense Services
Salary Type: DOE
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $82,908 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Defense Attorney H performs professional legal work involved in representing defendants in the courts of
the Gila River Indian Community ("Community") and conducting all phases of litigation from preparation
through trial and appeal.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :Defend persons charged with offenses in the Communitys court system.Practice extensively in the courtroom arguing motions, trying cases to judges and juries, as well as
occasionally arguing special actions and appeals.Perform job related legal research in areas of criminal law, including pre-trial motion practice through
appellate argument.Draft legal documents for all stages of the practice of criminal law.Consult with clients and interview witnesses and potential witnesses.Participate in plea negotiations and pre-trial discovery with prosecutors.Review and analyze statutes and case law pertaining to criminal law and procedure and keep attorneys
informed as to changes in the law, precedents and case applicability.Train and supervise others as assigned.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:Knowledge of Community codes and state statutes with emphasis on criminal law and procedures;
Knowledge of Judicial procedures and rules of evidence.Knowledge of principles of criminal law.Knowledge of appeal procedures of the Community and other jurisdictions.Ability to analyze, appraise, research and organize facts, evidence, and precedents and present them in oral
and written reports.Ability to comprehend and make inferences from written material.I Ability to produce documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation,
grammar, spelling and legal citations.I Ability to communicate orally in the English language with judges, attorney and the public using a telephone,
in group, face-to-face, or one-to-one settings.I Ability to enter and retrieve data or information from a terminal, PC, or other keyboard device.I Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials
and the general public.I Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
J uris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, member of the State Bar of Arizona in good standing, and
three (3) years experience as a licensed attorney (experience in defense representation preferred).(Internal GRIC Employees}J uris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, member of the State Bar of Arizona in good standing, and
two (2) years experience as a Defense Attorney I with the GRIC Defense Services.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
0 Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment.
0 Required to obtain a Tribal Driving permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record
for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must
be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of
the application.Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Director or designee
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Medical 7 EP0 or PPO Self-Funded Plan utilizing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Network Prescription Program Dental 7 Plan is provided through CIGNA with no deductible for preventive services or $50 (individual)/$150
(family) deductible for basic and major services Vision 7 plan benefits are provided through SightCare of Arizona and carry a $10 co-pay for exams, zero co-
pay Life and AD&D 7 We offer voluntary or supplemental life insurance for Employee & Dependents through
METLIFE Group Insurance. GRIC pays the full cost for your Basic Life and AD&D.Other Voluntary Bene?ts -
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program
12 Paid Holidays Vacation Leave Sick Leave
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories glease attach a com of the
required documentation to the comgleted Employment Agglication.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.
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Closing Date: 02/09/2021
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 20-382-2
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Defense Services Office
City: Sacaton, AZLocations: 151 S. Bluebird Road
Area of Interest: Defense Services
Salary Type: DOE
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $82,908 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Defense Attorney H performs professional legal work involved in representing defendants in the courts of
the Gila River Indian Community ("Community") and conducting all phases of litigation from preparation
through trial and appeal.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :Defend persons charged with offenses in the Communitys court system.Practice extensively in the courtroom arguing motions, trying cases to judges and juries, as well as
occasionally arguing special actions and appeals.Perform job related legal research in areas of criminal law, including pre-trial motion practice through
appellate argument.Draft legal documents for all stages of the practice of criminal law.Consult with clients and interview witnesses and potential witnesses.Participate in plea negotiations and pre-trial discovery with prosecutors.Review and analyze statutes and case law pertaining to criminal law and procedure and keep attorneys
informed as to changes in the law, precedents and case applicability.Train and supervise others as assigned.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:Knowledge of Community codes and state statutes with emphasis on criminal law and procedures;
Knowledge of Judicial procedures and rules of evidence.Knowledge of principles of criminal law.Knowledge of appeal procedures of the Community and other jurisdictions.Ability to analyze, appraise, research and organize facts, evidence, and precedents and present them in oral
and written reports.Ability to comprehend and make inferences from written material.I Ability to produce documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation,
grammar, spelling and legal citations.I Ability to communicate orally in the English language with judges, attorney and the public using a telephone,
in group, face-to-face, or one-to-one settings.I Ability to enter and retrieve data or information from a terminal, PC, or other keyboard device.I Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials
and the general public.I Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
J uris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, member of the State Bar of Arizona in good standing, and
three (3) years experience as a licensed attorney (experience in defense representation preferred).(Internal GRIC Employees}J uris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, member of the State Bar of Arizona in good standing, and
two (2) years experience as a Defense Attorney I with the GRIC Defense Services.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
0 Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment.
0 Required to obtain a Tribal Driving permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record
for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must
be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of
the application.Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Director or designee
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Medical 7 EP0 or PPO Self-Funded Plan utilizing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Network Prescription Program Dental 7 Plan is provided through CIGNA with no deductible for preventive services or $50 (individual)/$150
(family) deductible for basic and major services Vision 7 plan benefits are provided through SightCare of Arizona and carry a $10 co-pay for exams, zero co-
pay Life and AD&D 7 We offer voluntary or supplemental life insurance for Employee & Dependents through
METLIFE Group Insurance. GRIC pays the full cost for your Basic Life and AD&D.Other Voluntary Bene?ts -
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program
12 Paid Holidays Vacation Leave Sick Leave
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories glease attach a com of the
required documentation to the comgleted Employment Agglication.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.
0rg
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