Tribal Court Associate Judge - Part-Time

Morongo Band of Mission Indians Inc; Banning (CA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Morongo Band of Mission Indians seeks an Associate Judge to manage and hear cases in the Morongo Tribal Court under the direction of the Chief Judge. The role includes calendaring, policy development with a cultural approach, and supervising court staff.

Qualifications include member in good standing of the Bar, at least five years’ experience as a judge/arbitrator or tribal attorney, and a background with Indian Tribes. Part-time exempt position in Banning, CA.

Formación

• Member in good standing of the Bar of any State or federal judicial district (at least five years).
• Experience as a judge, arbitrator or mediator, or participation as an attorney in litigation/arbitration/mediation with at least three years’ experience with Indian Tribes as a judge or tribal attorney.
• Good moral character and ability to competently perform the duties of the office; never been convicted of a felony or moral turpitude.

Responsabilidades

• Presides over all cases assigned by the Chief Judge.
• Hears cases, issues evidentiary rulings, reviews pleadings, issues subpoenas, final orders and judgments.
• Conducts legal research and issues decision memoranda within tribal law timelines.
• Prepares and submits reports, letters, memoranda and communications with the Chief Judge, court personnel, litigants and Morongo administration.
• Issues orders, judgments, decrees, minute entries, summons and subpoenas; performs judicial and administrative duties.
• Attends trainings and meetings with tribal government representatives and external partners as directed by the Chief Judge.
• Performs other duties as assigned; develops and implements court policies and forms as directed.

Educación

Doctorate

Descripción del empleo

Morongo Band of Mission Indians seeks an Associate Judge to manage and hear cases in the Morongo Tribal Court under the direction of the Chief Judge. The role includes calendaring, policy development with a cultural approach, and supervising court staff.

Qualifications include member in good standing of the Bar, at least five years’ experience as a judge/arbitrator or tribal attorney, and a background with Indian Tribes. Part-time exempt position in Banning, CA.