The Tribal Justice Clerk is responsible for insuring that all aspects of the Tribal Justice are operating effectively and efficiently under the direction of the Tribal Justice Director and Chief Judge. This role provides administrative secretarial support to the Chief Judge and up to two other Tribal Court Judges in the performance of their duties. It also involves maintaining court records, land assignment, and files, overseeing court reports, public information, and assisting in the handling of witnesses. Additionally, the tribal justice clerk is responsible for follow-up on all court orders and judgement, including fines, fees assessed, restitutions, and civil suit judgement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Legal knowledge to demonstrate familiarity with legal procedures, particularly with tribal, federal, or state court systems.
Provide clerical and administrative support to the department, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks
Maintain and organize court records, land assignments, and case files with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
Oversee the preparation, dissemination, and filing of court reports and public information notices
Prepare meeting agendas and provide administrative support for court-related meetings as required.
Stay informed about updates to tribal ordinances, policies, and federal Indian law to maintain compliance and procedural integrity.
Provide customer service to community members by responding to inquiries and directing them to resources within the justice system.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity by understanding and resecting the native American culture, traditions, and governance systems.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Must be willing to learn basic and general knowledge of Federal Indian law, Tribal Law and order terminology, functions and purposes.
Must be willing to learn about Cahuilla Tribal ordinance, policies and procedures.
Applicants should have a high moral character and ethical standards.
Applicants must have excellent communication skills and abilities.
Applicants must have basic knowledge of computer programs, office skills and the ability to learn case management software programs.
High School diploma or its equivalent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required to successfully complete National Tribal Trial College program with-in the first year.
Never been convicted of, found guilty of, or pled no contest to a felony or a crime involving dishonesty or moral turpitude.
Not otherwise employed by the tribe.
Must pass background investigation.
Must comply with the Cahuilla Band of Indians Judicial Code and Court Rules and Procedures adopted by the Cahuilla Band of Indians and Cahuilla’s Employee Handbook.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT/SCHEDULE:

Work schedule is 40 hours per week. This is a full-time position (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM TO 5:00 PM).
Tasks are performed mostly indoors in an office environment.
May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds.

BACKGROUND CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Successfully passes background investigation
Driving Record Clearance Eligibility under Cahuilla Insurance
Pre-employment Drug Screening

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