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Hualapai Tribe

Associate Judge

Peach Springs, AZ · On-site

Associate Judge JUDICIAL BRANCH OF GOVERNMENT: Tribal Court EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time CLASS: Non-Covered; Exempt - Council Appointed POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Judge will preside over cases as ...

Hualapai Tribe

Associate Judge

Peach Springs, AZ · On-site

Associate Judge JUDICIAL BRANCH OF GOVERNMENT: Tribal Court EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time CLASS: Non-Covered; Exempt - Council Appointed POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Judge will preside over cases as ...

Kiowa Tribe Of Oklahoma

Associate Judge

Carnegie, OK · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

The Senior Associate Judge presides over cases as assigned by the Chief Judge to include civil, criminal, and juvenile cases.RESPONSIBILITES:Conducts court proceedings as assigned and as neededAny ...

City of Beaverton, OR

Associate Judge

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$14K/mo

The Associate Judge reports to the Presiding Judge. This position requires working on-call to address law enforcement applications for search warrants approximately every three weeks for one-week ...

City of Beaverton

Associate Judge

Beaverton, OR

$14K/mo

The Position Beaverton Municipal Court is seeking a qualified attorney or judge to be the city's next Associate Judge. The ideal candidate will demonstrate skill in the following areas: Analyzing and ...

Dorchester County, SC

ASSOCIATE JUDGE

Saint George, SC · On-site

$119K/yr

Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • In the absence of the Probate Judge, the Associate Probate Judge, makes command decisions related to the office, staff operations, case processing procedures, and ...

Dorchester County

ASSOCIATE JUDGE

Saint George, SC · On-site

$119K/yr

Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS In the absence of the Probate Judge, the Associate Probate Judge, makes command decisions related to the office, staff operations, case processing procedures, and case ...

Dorchester County, SC

ASSOCIATE JUDGE

Saint George, SC

$119K/yr

In the absence of the Probate Judge, the Associate Probate Judge, makes command decisions related to the office, staff operations, case processing procedures, and case management. * Formally presides ...

Dorchester County, SC

ASSOCIATE JUDGE

Saint George, SC

$119K/yr

In the absence of the Probate Judge, the Associate Probate Judge, makes command decisions related to the office, staff operations, case processing procedures, and case management. * Formally presides ...

McLennan County (TX)

ASSOCIATE JUDGE

Waco, TX

$115K - $145K/yr

The Jail Magistrate Judge is also responsible for maintaining appropriate activity records and providing an annual report to the Board of Criminal Judges regarding the operation and workload of the ...

McLennan County

ASSOCIATE JUDGE

Waco, TX · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

The Jail Magistrate Judge is also responsible for maintaining appropriate activity records and providing an annual report to the Board of Criminal Judges regarding the operation and workload of the ...

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Required CredentialsLegal degree, bar admission, judicial trainingLegal degree, bar admission, judicial or magistrate training
Work EnvironmentCourtrooms, judicial chambersCourtrooms, sometimes administrative offices
Employer & IndustryState or federal courts, governmentLocal, state, or federal courts, government
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

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Associate Judge

Hualapai Tribe

Peach Springs, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED
JOB TITLE: Associate Judge
JUDICIAL BRANCH OF GOVERNMENT: Tribal Court
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
CLASS: Non-Covered; Exempt - Council Appointed
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Associate Judge will preside over cases as assigned by the Chief Judge in the Hualapai Judicial Branch of Government. This is a two-year appointment made by the Hualapai Tribal Council.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Assist as necessary, in issuing bench warrants, search warrants, subpoenas, court order judgments, and other documents as requested by the chief judge;
  • Carry out the functions of the Chief Judge when necessary i.e., hearing civil, juvenile and criminal court cases;
  • Be responsible for all notes, files and documentation used for court hearings and Legal research of cases;
  • Be able to interpret and abide by the Hualapai Law and Order Code;
  • Renders judgments by weighing arguments and evidence; study relevant cases, writing an announcing opinion.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops in and out of state.
  • Deals tactfully and courteously with pubic.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Chief Judge.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
  • Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D, Associate or Higher degree in law related field is preferable;
  • Must have experience working in a judicial system;

Knowledge. Skills and Abilities:
  • Must be familiar with the Hualapai Law and Order Code, constitution and tribal ordinances and other administrative rules and guidelines;
  • Must possess knowledge of case management;
  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality;
  • Ability to work under stressful and demanding conditions;
  • Must be dependable.

Other:
  • Must be at least 21 years or older;
  • Must never have been convicted of a felony;
  • Must pass a background check;
  • Must have a valid driver license and be able to pass an MVR screening;
  • Submit to and pass a pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening.

HOW TO APPLY:
Submit a completed Employment Application to: Human Resources Department, PO Box 179, Peach Springs, AZ 86434, fax (928) 769-1191, or call (928) 769-2215/2216 for information. To be considered for employment, the Human Resources Department must receive a completed application by 5:0 PM on the closing date.
A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. All applications and supporting documentation submitted becomes the property of the Human Resources Department please keep copies for your own reference.
PREFERENCE:
All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, or physical disability. However, preference will be given to qualified Community members, to qualified persons of Native American descent, then to other qualified candidates in accordance with Public Law 88-355, Section 703 (702-71) and public Law 93-638, Section 7B.
"An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Candidates with documented relevant experience are encouraged to apply." THE HUALAPAI TRIBE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER PROGRAM Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

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