About this role
OPEN IN-HOUSE (5 DAYS)
JOB TITLE: Legal Secretary
DEPARTMENT: Office of the Public Defender
CLASS: Full-Time/Regular
SALARY: D.O.E
OPENING: July 16, 2026
CLOSES: July 22, 2026
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision and guidance of the Associate Public Defender, the Secretary provides support and performs administrative task as directed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential to this job.
• Answers incoming telephone calls and in-person reception.
• Must be familiar with general office procedures and practices.
• Must maintain good relationship with other tribal departments
• Maintain confidentially and sign a confidentiality agreement.
• Prepare case files
• Prepare and submit travel and expense reports per Tribal Policies and procedures.
• Able to order supplies and equipment
• Willing to take directions and in a multitasked filled position
• Participate in Human Resources training as directed
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED or obtain within six (6) months of hire
• Work experience in the secretarial field
• Knowledge of use of office equipment; copy machine, computer, phone etiquette;
Preferred Experience
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Computer skills: Microsoft. Excel and Microix
• Previous experience working with office budgets
Additional Requirements
• Be able to pass a background check and be eligible for the Tribe’s auto insurance.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor within one (1) year of the
date of this application.
• Must be willing to undergo alcohol and drug testing and be willing to sign agreement
consenting to such testing throughout term of employment. Failure to pass alcohol/drug
test or failure to maintain confidentiality may be grounds for dismissal.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test
• Must have a current driver’s license
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 5:00 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 Indian descent, then to other qualified candidates in accordance with Public Law 88-355, Section 703 (702-71) and public Law 93-638, Section 7B.
THE HUALAPAI TRIBE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROGRAM
Auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities D.O.E.