11 JD Public Defender I - Robinson, United States - State of Kansas

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

Job Posting closes: Open until filled

Agency Information:

Pittsburg, KS

About the Position:

Who can apply: External
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Days
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Benefits eligible
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:
$62, ,625

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. We are happy to discuss salary expectations with interested applicants.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

The Board of Indigents' Defense Services (BIDS), through its regional public defender offices like the 11 th Judicial District Public Defender Office, represents adults charged with felonies who cannot hire an attorney. By supporting and elevating public defense in the State of Kansas, BIDS empowers its team to provide relentless representation and collaborative, holistic advocacy in service of client-centered outcomes.

The Kansas State Board of Indigents' Defense Services is in the process of remaking its public defense model with a renewed emphasis on building public defense offices with an interdisciplinary team-based collaborative defense system that uses community connections and resources to better represent not just an individual's case, but the client as a whole.

The office of the 11 th Judicial District Public Defender is entirely new in Crawford County. We are looking for dynamic, client-centered advocates who are passionate about the importance of public defense and are interested in aiding our efforts to fundamentally rebuild our system and transform the new public defender office in the 11 th Judicial District into a model of collaborative public defense practice.

Position Summary:

Assistant Public Defenders represent adults charged with criminal felonies in their local district court jurisdiction who are deemed indigent and unable to afford to hire an attorney. Attorneys in this position are expected to develop fundamental trial skills in their practice, and become proficient in managing all aspects of their caseload.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Must be a graduate from an ABA accredited law school and licensed attorney who is active and in good standing in the State of Kansas at the time of employment. In addition to applications from more experienced attorneys, we will accept applications from candidates who anticipate taking the bar exam in 2024.

Licensing & Certification:

• Must maintain licensure as an active attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas.
• Must have a valid driver's license where courts and jails are not located within walking distance of the office.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have exceptional communication skills.
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form.
• Must have the ability to use all necessary electronic devices including computers, e-filing systems, as well as case management systems.
• Must have the ability to coordinate with supporting personnel to provide client-centered, holistic representation.
• Must have appropriate time management skills and organizational skills and demonstrate proficiency of avoiding unnecessary delays in client's cases through appropriate preparation and planning.
• Must be able to process, organize and manage complex litigation.
• Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
• Must be able to handle frequent interruptions and multiple calls and inquiries.
• Must be able to effectively interact with clients, co-workers and other colleagues in a respectful and appropriate manner.
• Must be academically curious about criminal law and procedure.
• Must be able to treat every client, witness and colleague with dignity and respect without exception.
• Must demonstrate an on-going commitment to a client-centered practice.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
• Must have a keenly developed and uncompromising set of personal and professional ethics.
• Occasional travel to other work locations including courts and jail.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Governor's approval

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Tiffany Reed. BIDS Human Resource Director
• Email:
• When emailing application materials, please include Assistant Public Defender Application - "Assistant Public Defender-Pittsburg in your email subject line.

Job Application Process:

Submit required documents to recruiter by email.

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:

Cover Letter

Resume

Writing sample

List of references

DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.