Court Name/Organization: New Mexico Federal Public Defender
Overview of the Position: The Federal Public Defender provides legal representation in federal criminal cases and related matters. AFDs manage a varied caseload, develop litigation strategies, prepare pleadings, appear in court at all stages of litigation, and meet with clients, experts, witnesses, family members and others.
Duties and responsibilities :
managing a varied caseload, developing litigation strategies, preparing pleadings, appearing in court at all stages of litigation, and meeting with clients, experts, witnesses, family members and others.
This position is for a licensed attorney. Three years criminal trial experience preferred. Other equally relevant experience will be considered. Successful applicants must have a commitment to the representation of indigent, disenfranchised and underserved individuals and communities. Applicants must possess strong oral and written advocacy skills, have the ability to build and maintain meaningful attorney-client relationships, be team oriented but function independently in a large, busy office setting, and communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, staff, the court, and other agency personnel. Spanish language proficiency is preferred. Travel is required (training, investigation, and other case-related travel).
Applicants must be graduates of an accredited law school and admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state. The selected candidate must be licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court upon entrance on duty or immediately thereafter. Applicants are expected to be or become members of the New Mexico State Bar within one year of entrance on duty.
Conditions of Employment:
Appointment to the position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and/or investigation including an FBI name and fingerprint check. The position is excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. Employees are members of the judicial branch. Excepted appointments are considered “at will”. All employees must have been vaccinated for Covid-19 and provide proof of such prior to entrance on duty. Salary is payable only by electronic funds transfer (direct deposit). You must be a U.S. citizen or person authorized to work in the United States and receive compensation as a federal employee. Minimal telework may be allowed. Travel may be required.
This position is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion:
The Federal Public Defender is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that through a diverse and inclusive workforce, we can better serve the people and communities we represent. Applicants must have a commitment to provide the best legal representation of indigent, disenfranchised and underserved individuals and communities. Individuals from the BIPOC community, individuals with personal or lived experience within marginalized communities, the carceral system, or individuals affected by any other forms of systemic oppression are strongly encouraged to apply. We seek to hire individuals who will promote the diversity of the office and federal practice.
The Federal Public Defender operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A.
In one PDF document, please submit a statement of interest, detailed resume of experience, and three references to:
Applications must be received by Jan. 31, 2024. Positions will remain open until filled and are subject to the availability of funding.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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