Pro-Tem Judge

On an on-call basis by the Chief Judge, preside over criminal, civil and juvenile cases for the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation and in accordance with Section 1-15(d) of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation’s Law and Order Code.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES • Demonstrates oral and written communication skills as well as skill in legal research and analytical skills commensurate with the position of Associate Judge. • Knowledge of general legal principles in all areas listed in “Duties and Responsibilities”. • Knowledge of Federal Indian Law Indian Child Welfare Act • Must understand, appreciate and promote the ideas of tribal self-determination and tribal sovereignty. • Must understand, appreciate and promote Native American tribal governments and Native American people. • Must have a working knowledge of computers and software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION (established by Article III, Section 1-18, Fort McDowell Indian Community Law and Order Code): 1) Must be At least thirty (30) years of age 2) Must be a law school graduate OR possess a minimum of three years experience as a judge, practicing attorney or advocate and have a high school diploma or GED Certification 3) Juris Doctorate preferred 4) Must submit to and pass a FBI criminal history background check 5) Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen 6) Must have a current AZ driver’s license and meet FMYN insurance standards.

POSITION STATUS: Temporary, Part-Time. By definition, a Judge Pro Tempore is a temporary member of the judiciary, the removal requirements under Article VII, Section 11 of the FMYN Constitution do not apply. Rather, a Judge Pro Tempore serves at the pleasure of the Chief Judge and the Tribal Council may remove a person from the list authorized under Section 1-15(d) of the Tribal Law and Order Code in its sole discretion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Hears and determines all types of cases filed in the Tribal Court, including but not limited to: criminal, traffic, civil (e.g. domestic relations, probate, repossession, breach of contract, personal injury), juvenile, and children cases (e.g. neglect, dependency, incorrigibility, truancy) as directed by the Chief Judge.
• Conducts legal research and issues orders in connection with cases heard in a timely matter.
• Presides over jury trials;
• Issues search and seizure warrants, arrest warrants, and orders of protection where appropriate.
• Assists in the development of court rules of procedure in all areas listed above.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Judge.

$88.00 Per hour Depending on Experience