What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Defender 2 (42855) position at Law Offices Of The Public Defender?
The objective summary of this job classification is to provide professional legal services for the Law Offices of the Public Defender in representing juvenile and adult indigent clients in areas of litigation, appeal, counsel, research and analysis.
Pay Information
***This position qualifies for an additional hourly pay differential of $0.76 hourly / $1,580.80 annually.
Hourly pay differential reflects a retention pay incentive, as applicable to the position advertised.**
Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and work schedules outside the typical 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Applicants selected for a position are encouraged to discuss these options with the hiring manager early in the hiring process to ensure the specifics of any terms and conditions of an approved flexible work arrangement are clearly understood.
Do you have what it takes to be a Public Defender?
Are you motivated by a desire to help those who society has largely abandoned? Do you enjoy the role of advocating for the underdog?
The New Mexico Law Offices of the Public Defender is excited to announce opportunities to join our team and be on the front lines of criminal justice reform!
We are growing our Albuquerque Felony team and have multiple job opportunities in this beautiful city.
Why consider moving to Albuquerque? How about the beautiful landscape and 310 days of sunshine each year! Moving here means getting four seasons!
Living in Albuquerque means beautiful sunsets, stunning lights and scenic landscaping.
Sparked your interest yet?
Here’s what the New Mexico Law Offices of the Public Defender is looking for:
Attorneys that are committed to advocating on behalf of indigent clients.
Attorneys interested in positively impacting the lives of clients through holistic representation.
Attorneys that have the ability to stand up for a client, and stand up to “the system.”
Attorneys who are excited about the opportunity to gain vast amounts of courtroom and litigation experience, familiarity with state statutes and working knowledge of the rules of evidence and trial practice.
- Attorneys at this level may handle a variety of cases, including misdemeanor, juvenile, youthful offender or appellate cases.
- May assist higher level Attorneys with complex cases.
- Advise and counsel clients regarding case strategy and possible outcomes.
- Work is performed under the direction, guidance and supervision from more experienced colleagues and supervisor/manager.
- Will conduct plea bargaining, when appropriate, with District Attorneys and other parties to establish agreements to resolve cases.
- Will attend seminars, training classes and review current professional literature to maintain and develop professional skills and knowledge.
- Drafts/reviews, proposes and prepares reports and legal documents.
- Performs related and other duties as assigned.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
License to practice law in New Mexico, or eligible for a limited license issued by NM Supreme Court.
Collective Bargaining: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Default FLSA: Exempt.
The Law Offices of the Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, spousal affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, political affiliation or religion, mental or physical disability, or serious medical condition.
This job advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Preference may be given to multilingual applicants fluent in English and other languages.
Salary : $65,416 - $109,034
