I am the current Director. I have, however, resigned this position
effective June 15 in order to return to Oklahoma where I will join the
faculty at the University of Tulsa School of Law. I am sending this
cover note so that you, and anyone else who is interested, will know
that I have nothing but the highest regard and praise for the
administration, faculty, and staff here at the UND School of Law.
They have gone out of their way to help in the implementation of this
project (along with several other programs they have developed/are
developing) in order to provide a useful service to the Tribes in this
area. Had I not received an "offer I couldn't refuse" from a school
where we could return to our home and be close to our old people while
they are still with us, I would not be leaving UND. Even so, it was a
difficult choice. It is unusual to find a school willing to put its
own time, resources (read $$$), and effort into Indian programs.
I encourage qualified persons to apply for this position.
Applications should go to the Dean as per the position announcement.
However, I would be glad to visit with anyone who would like more
information from me. Thanks.
G. William (Bill) Rice e-mail:
bill.rice@thor.law.und.nodak.edu
(United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee)
Director, Northern Plains Tribal Judicial Training Institute
University of North Dakota School of Law
PO Box 9003
Grand Forks, ND 58203
(701) 777-6176
PLEASE POST THE FOLLOWING TO THE NATIVE-LIST
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POSITION OPENING
DIRECTOR, NORTHERN PLAINS TRIBAL JUDICIAL
TRAINING INSTITUTE
University of North Dakota
School of Law
The School of Law at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks,
invites applications for the position of Director of the Northern
Plains Tribal Judicial Training Institute, who will be responsible for
coordinating and delivering judicial training and technical assistance
to tribal courts throughout the states of North Dakota, South Dakota
and Minnesota. The Institute is one of the key components of the
Center for American Indian Legal Programs and Resources at the law
school.
The successful candidate should have a J.D. degree; experience as a
tribal court judge or extensive practice experience in tribal courts;
teaching experience; a background in program administration; strong
writing skills; and a good understanding and knowledge of Indian legal
issues, Indian communities and tribal court organization and
development.
Salary level for this position will be up to $62,000 annually,
depending on the experience and background of the person hired.
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a resume to Dean W.
Jeremy Davis, University of North Dakota School of Law, Box 9003,
Grand Forks, North Dakota 58202 prior to April 25, 1995, Questions
regarding the position may be directed to Dorreen Yellow Bird,
Development Director for the Center for American Indian Legal Programs
and Resources at (701) 777-2238.
This position is currently funded through a grant from the Bush
Foundation through June 30, 1997, with continuation thereafter
dependent upon the availability of funding.
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer
committed to affirmative action.