Public Defender

7 days ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States Virginia Department of Human Resource Management Full time
Job Summary

The Virginia Department of Human Resource Management is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Public Defender to join our team. As a Public Defender, you will be responsible for providing zealous and compassionate legal advocacy to clients, while also leading and inspiring a team of legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Handle a personal caseload with unwavering commitment, ensuring that each client receives the highest level of representation and advocacy.
  • Lead and supervise our dedicated defense team, providing expert guidance on case preparation, trial strategies, client interactions, plea negotiations, and sentencing advocacy.
  • Oversee essential administrative functions, such as budget management, records retention, timekeeping, and policy compliance.
  • Ensure that our attorneys and staff are equipped with the necessary training and continuing education to excel in their roles.
  • Manage the performance of staff through regular evaluations and corrective action where necessary.
Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (J.D) and Virginia State Bar admission.
  • Extensive criminal litigation experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Virginia Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, and the Standards of Practice for Indigent Defense Counsel.
  • Considerable knowledge of management principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise subordinate staff.
  • Actively manage employee work performance.
  • Familiarity with agencies that interact with the Public Defender Office.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Significant recent experience working as a Supervising Attorney in a Public Defender Office.
  • Ability to fully utilize technology tools and systems.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of VIDC Standards of Practice.
What We Offer

The Virginia Department of Human Resource Management offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities.



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