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    Public Defender III-Assistant Training Director - Shawnee, United States - State of Kansas

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    Employment Benefits

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  • 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
  • Employee discounts with the
  • Retirement and deferred compensation programs
  • Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information

    Position Summary & Responsibilities:

    Position Summary:

    The position of Assistant Training Director is for attorneys with a preferred minimum of 5 years of experience. The Assistant Training Director position is for attorneys who are highly experienced in criminal defense litigation and demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to the zealous and dignified representation of indigent defendants and the provision of high-quality training to both attorney and non-attorney defense team members.

    The Assistant Training Director will assist the Training Director in operating the agency's state-wide public defense Training Division, which is responsible for the training of the agency's attorneys, investigators, mitigation specialists, legal assistants, administrative specialists, and other staff. The Assistant Training Director is directly supervised by the Training Director.

    Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

    The Assistant Training Director position is located in the BIDS Administrative Office in Topeka and reports to the Training Director. The Assistant Training Director serves an important role in the agency, assisting with the operation of the agency's comprehensive state-wide public defense training program.

    The Assistant Training Director assists the Training Director with the planning, managing, and distribution of training initiatives to all of our agency employees and assigned counsel across Kansas. The Assistant Training Director also assists with the production and distribution of training materials, practice guides, and training program evaluations. The Assistant Training director also helps to ensure compliance and approval of all CLE hours offered by BIDS, as well as helps with reporting all completed hours for participant credit.

    The Assistant Training Director consistently advances the ideal of a client-centered, holistic Public Defender system, both internally within the agency and in their interactions with outside legal system stakeholders, and exhibits an outstanding dedication to the Public Defender system and its clients. The Assistant Training Director must maintain the highest standards of professionalism, inspire others, and take active steps to build a zealous, positive, and supportive defense culture across the state.

    When called upon by the Training Director, the Assistant Training Director must assume additional responsibilities in assisting with the development, guidance of others, and/or filling agency-wide, Administrative Office-defined needs.

    Qualifications:

    Education

  • Must be a graduate from an ABA accredited law school
  • Licensed attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas at the time of employment
  • Preferred minimum of 5 years of experience in criminal defense.
  • Licensing & Certification

  • Maintain licensure as an active attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must have demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate legal concepts to others.
  • Must have the ability to develop curricula and training materials and present that information to audiences in a clear and engaging manner.
  • Must have a proven history of successfully preparing and presenting trainings and continuing legal education programs, or other significant teaching experience.
  • Ability to use all necessary electronic devices including computers, e-filing systems, case and records management systems, and case tracking databases.
  • Must possess exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Must have the ability to plan and implement programs and processes.
  • Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
  • Must be able to handle frequent interruptions and multiple calls and inquiries.
  • Must have demonstrated the ability to effectively interact with clients, co-workers and other colleagues in an appropriate manner and be able and willing to treat all with dignity and respect, without exception.
  • Must be academically curious about criminal law and procedure.
  • Must demonstrate an on-going commitment to the development of a client-centered, holistic defense practice and have the ability to coordinate with supporting personnel to provide trainings that focus on these ideals.
  • Must have a high level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to professionally handle confidential matters, and show an appropriate level of judgement.
  • Must have a keenly developed and uncompromising set of personal and professional ethics.
  • Must be open to receiving training and providing training to others.
  • Must have the ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships with local and state agencies, professional groups, and other stakeholders.
  • Must have a high level of initiative, dependability, and ability to work with little supervision.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be willing and able to travel in-state to each of our regional defender offices.
  • Must be willing and able to travel out-of-state to national training programs and conferences.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Skills in supervision and performance coaching.
  • Knowledge of training principles and practices for adult learners.
  • Familiarity with training evaluation and needs assessments.
  • Ability to facilitate small group discussions and skills exercises to maximize learning for the participants.
  • Ability to organize event logistics and to work concurrently on multiple short term and long-range projects.
  • Experience processing, organizing, and managing complex litigation.
  • Experience in community organizing and the development of local community connections and resources.
  • Experience and/or familiarity with collaborative defense models.
  • Conditions of Employment:

  • Confirmation of licensure as an active attorney in good standing the State of Kansas, or successful admission to the Kansas Bar, prior to start date.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • All Employment is subject to the Governor's salary approval.

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