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Assistant Attorney General - Indian Affairs

Government Litigation Division

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  • Santa Fe

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Apply by 05/26/2024

Salary

$37.19 – $66.94 Hourly

$77,354 – $139,238 Annually

This position is a Pay Band LH

Posting Details

The New Mexico Department of Justice is charged with representing the State of New Mexico in a wide array of matters, both civil and criminal in nature, from state and federal courts to administrative proceedings and other appearances, in which the state is a party or when interest of the state is implicated. The Government Litigation Division of the Department is specifically responsible for defending state entities in civil litigation matters and conducting administrative prosecutions for state boards and commissions.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time.  Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

The Indian Affairs Attorney serves as a dedicated advocate for tribal communities within the New Mexico Department of Justice, working across divisions on any matter impacting tribal communities. The position serves as a liaison between the Department and tribal communities concerning litigation, community engagement and outreach, and legislation. The position also serves in a supporting role to the Government Litigation Division by working on civil litigation and administrative prosecution matters as assigned.

How does it get done?

The position is responsible for developing relationships and conducting outreach with tribal leadership and communities, providing updates and collecting information on communities impacted by litigation, work with all divisions in the Department on any matter that impacts tribal communities, and assist in developing policy and legislative recommendations. The position may require collaboration with other Divisions in the Agency, including but not limited to appellate litigation, multi-state litigation, criminal affairs, and other legal and policy matters.

The position also includes representing state agencies, the New Mexico Department of Justice and the State of New Mexico in a wide-variety of civil actions with a primary focus on defensive litigation. Clients can include the New Mexico Secretary of State, state agencies, the Legislature, the Governor, administrative boards and commissions, and public bodies.

Who are the customers?

The job is done to provide consultation and information to the sovereign pueblos and nations in New Mexico. When representing an assigned client, the work is done for the respective state agency, state official, or judge.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a passion for public service and prior experience working with tribal leadership and communities; prior litigation experience, including providing litigation and settlement updates;  prior experience with community engagement and outreach.

Minimum Qualification

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law. Must be licensed as an attorney by the Supreme Court of New Mexico or qualified to apply for limited practice license (Rules 15-301.1 and 15-301.2 NMRA). For more information on limited practice licenses, please visit http://nmexam.org/limited-license/

Employment Requirements

All Attorney classifications must be and remain licensed as an attorney, in good standing, by the Supreme Court of New Mexico, or licensed as an attorney and in good standing by the highest court of another state and eligible pursuant to the limited license provisions (See Rules 15-301.1 and 15-301.2 NMRA).

Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment as some statewide travel maybe required. Employment is subject to criminal background check and is conditional pending results of criminal background check. Be of good moral character and not have been convicted of a felony offense by a court of this state, any other state or the United States.

Working Conditions

Moderate travel is required, including occasional overnight trips, and candidates must have or be able to obtain a New Mexico drivers license in order to receive a certification to drive a state vehicle upon employment. Office setting, exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage with extended periods of sitting, including during public meetings and hearings. Must be able to lift 25 lbs, and some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.

Supplemental Information

Agency Contact Information: Tim Maestas

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

 

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This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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