Overview
The Deputy Public Defender delivers professional and competent legal service in the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Public Defender's Office. The incumbent provides representation to adults and juveniles, charged with criminal offenses, in the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Court. This representation includes court appearances, investigation, preparing and arguing motions, conducting bench and jury trials, and appeals. Responsibilities
Prepare and present motions in defense of clients accused of various crimes and status offenses. Perform legal research and trial preparation. Defend clients in Tribal Court. Conduct pre-trial investigations including interviews of witnesses, victims and clients, and reviewing police reports. Cooperate and coordinate with Tribal and external agencies, including Social Service, Alcohol Substance Abuse (ASA) Program and Mental Health. Assist with review and modification of relevant PYT code provisions. Provide on-call, after-hours services as needed. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director. Knowledge
Principles and practices of criminal and juvenile laws Principles, methods, materials, practice and references utilized in legal research Indian Regulatory Jurisdiction in both civil and criminal context, including the implications of the Indian Civil Rights Act, the Violence against Women Act, and the Tribal Law and Order Act Indian Law, including the legal relationships between Indian Nations and Federal or other governments Yaqui culture, customs, resources and traditions and/or a willingness to learn Legal procedures and administrative proceedings Methods and practices of pleadings Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence Skills and Abilities
Litigate Apply legal knowledge and training Prepare opinions and drafting legal documents Analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and precedents Render logical, clear, and effective written and oral arguments Determine alternative courses of action Present and argue cases in court and handle unanticipated problems smoothly Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and related software applications Good communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, management, Council members, and the public. Have ability to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive verbal and written work instructions Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited law school, admission to a state bar, working knowledge of or experience in Indian Law or Criminal Law. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License. Special Requirements
Admission to a State Bar Pascua Yaqui Tribal Court Certification within 90 days of hiring This position will require the incumbent to work non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends
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The Deputy Public Defender delivers professional and competent legal service in the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Public Defender's Office. The incumbent provides representation to adults and juveniles, charged with criminal offenses, in the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Court. This representation includes court appearances, investigation, preparing and arguing motions, conducting bench and jury trials, and appeals. Responsibilities
Prepare and present motions in defense of clients accused of various crimes and status offenses. Perform legal research and trial preparation. Defend clients in Tribal Court. Conduct pre-trial investigations including interviews of witnesses, victims and clients, and reviewing police reports. Cooperate and coordinate with Tribal and external agencies, including Social Service, Alcohol Substance Abuse (ASA) Program and Mental Health. Assist with review and modification of relevant PYT code provisions. Provide on-call, after-hours services as needed. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director. Knowledge
Principles and practices of criminal and juvenile laws Principles, methods, materials, practice and references utilized in legal research Indian Regulatory Jurisdiction in both civil and criminal context, including the implications of the Indian Civil Rights Act, the Violence against Women Act, and the Tribal Law and Order Act Indian Law, including the legal relationships between Indian Nations and Federal or other governments Yaqui culture, customs, resources and traditions and/or a willingness to learn Legal procedures and administrative proceedings Methods and practices of pleadings Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence Skills and Abilities
Litigate Apply legal knowledge and training Prepare opinions and drafting legal documents Analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and precedents Render logical, clear, and effective written and oral arguments Determine alternative courses of action Present and argue cases in court and handle unanticipated problems smoothly Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and related software applications Good communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, management, Council members, and the public. Have ability to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive verbal and written work instructions Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited law school, admission to a state bar, working knowledge of or experience in Indian Law or Criminal Law. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License. Special Requirements
Admission to a State Bar Pascua Yaqui Tribal Court Certification within 90 days of hiring This position will require the incumbent to work non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends
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