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Window Rock, AZ, United States
Attorney
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Full-time
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Job Title: Attorney Organization: The Navajo Nation Department: Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General (Litigation Unit) Pay Rate: $73, Duration: Open Until Filled Duties and Responsibilities: • Legal work related to federal, Navajo Nation, and state court and administrative tribunal representation of the Navajo Nation Government, as assigned by the Assistant Attorney General of the Litigation Unit or the Office of the Attorney General, and Deputy Attorney General, including legal research, pleading drafting, and settlement negotiation for Litigation Unit of the Department of Justice. • Review of proposed disciplinary actions by Navajo Nation government programs for compliance with Navajo Nation Personnel Policies Manual and Navajo Preference in Employment Act. • Drafting of proposed Navajo Nation legislation, regulations, and policies. • Other duties as assigned. Qualification Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate • Current admission in any state bar with the intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of date of hire. Special Requirements: • Knowledge of federal Indian law and Navajo law, legal research methods and techniques, and legal writing. • Must have skills in analyzing and organizing facts, evidence and precedent; in preparing and presenting legal opinions; in presenting material and developing legal arguments; in verbal and written communication; and skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Required Upon Submission: • Completed application including all fields and signature • Copy of HS Diploma / GED Certificate • Copies of transcripts and degree(s) to receive credit for education • Certifications (. First Aid, CPR, etc.) • Copy of Valid State Driver License/ID Optional To Receive Preference: • Navajo preference: Certificate of Navajo Indian Blood (CNIB) • Veterans preference: Form DD214 and /or DD215 and Application for Veterans Preference • Reemployment preference: Copy of Layoff Notice • Non-Navajo Spouse Preference: Proof of marriage by a marriage license, proof of residency and spouse's Certificate of Navajo Indian Blood (CNIB) Submission Options: • Emailed to • Mailed to PO Box 7080 Window Rock, AZ 86515 • Fax • Navajo Nation Administration Bldg. 1 • 2559 Window Rock Blvd. 100 • Window Rock, AZ 86515 THE NAVAJO NATION GIVES PREFERENCE TO ELIGIBLE AND QUALIFIED APPLICANTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NAVAJO PREFERENCE IN EMPLOYMENT ACT AND VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Job Vacancy Announcement for Attorney Organization: The Navajo Nation Department: Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General (Litigation Unit) Pay Rate: $73, Duration: Open Until Filled The Navajo Nation is looking for an Attorney to join the Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General (Litigation Unit). The successful candidate will be responsible for legal work related to federal, Navajo Nation, and state court and administrative tribunal representation of the Navajo Nation Government, as assigned by the Assistant Attorney General of the Litigation Unit or the Office of the Attorney General, and Deputy Attorney General, including legal research, pleading drafting, and settlement negotiation for Litigation Unit of the Department of Justice. Minimum Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate • Current admission in any state bar with the intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of date of hire. Special Requirements: • Knowledge of federal Indian law and Navajo law, legal research methods and techniques, and legal writing. • Must have skills in analyzing and organizing facts, evidence and precedent; in preparing and presenting legal opinions; in presenting material and developing legal arguments; in verbal and written communication; and skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Required Upon Submission: • Completed application including all fields and signature • Copy of HS Diploma / GED Certificate • Copies of transcripts and degree(s) to receive credit for education • Certifications (. First Aid, CPR, etc.) • Copy of Valid State Driver License/ID Optional To Receive Preference: • Navajo preference: Certificate of Navajo Indian Blood (CNIB) • Veterans preference: Form DD214 and /or DD215 and Application for Veterans Preference • Reemployment preference: Copy of Layoff Notice • Non-Navajo Spouse Preference: Proof of marriage by a marriage license, proof of residency and spouse's Certificate of Navajo Indian Blood (CNIB) Submission Options: • Emailed to • Mailed to PO Box 7080 Window Rock, AZ 86515 • Fax • Navajo Nation Administration Bldg. 1 • 2559 Window Rock Blvd.
Retirement, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Knowledge of federal Indian law and Navajo law, legal research methods and techniques, and legal writing. Must have skills in analyzing and organizing facts, evidence and precedent; in preparing and presenting legal opinions; in presenting material and developing legal arguments; in verbal and written communication; and skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
) copy of valid state driver license/id optional to receive preference: navajo preference: certificate of navajo indian blood (cnib) veterans preference: form dd214 and /or dd215 and application for veterans preference reemployment preference: copy of layoff notice non-navajo spouse preference: proof of marriage by a marriage license, proof of residency and spouse's certificate of navajo indian blood (cnib) submission options: emailed to apply@dpm. ) copy of valid state driver license/id optional to receive preference: navajo preference: certificate of navajo indian blood (cnib) veterans preference: form dd214 and /or dd215 and application for veterans preference reemployment preference: copy of layoff notice non-navajo spouse preference: proof of marriage by a marriage license, proof of residency and spouse's certificate of navajo indian blood (cnib) submission options: emailed to mailed to po box 7080 window rock, az 86515 navajo nation administration bldg
Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate and current admission in any state bar with the intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of date of hire.
Legal
USD 73038 to 73038 Annually
Apr 18, 2024
Aug 01, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceJuris Doctorate and current admission in any state bar with the intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of date of hire.
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