Public Defender III (45693)

State Of Arkansas

Posted on : 05-05-2025

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Job Location

Lafayette - USA

Monthly Salary

$ 77862 - 124190

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Posted on : 05-05-2025

Job Description

Position Number:Public Defender III (PartTime)
County: Lafayette (Primary) Miller
Posting End Date: May 4 2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 38931
Location: 8th District South Texarkana

***ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A PREEMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK***

Position Information

Class Code: G012N

Grade: GS13

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $77862.00 $124190.00

Summary

The Public Defender Attorney III is responsible for interviewing hiring assigning work reviewing complicated legal documents providing guidance and assistance and evaluating the performance of incumbents. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Supervises small to medium professional and administrative support staff by interviewing hiring assigning work viewing complicated legal documents providing guidance and assistance and evaluating performance of incumbents. Researches previous cases decisions state statutes case law and federal legislation relating to current cases to prepare for litigation or settlement and reviews and analyzes agency reports/records related to cases. Assists staff public defenders in obtaining expert witnesses and other resources from the Public Defender Commission as needed. Advises personnel on legal problems and renders legal opinions pertaining to agency programs and responsibilities. Advises Public Defender Commission and Legislature of needed legislation. Appears with the Executive Director at the Legislature as needed to both support the budget and speak for and against substantive legislation. Prepares and presents public defender budget to County Quorum Court. Consults with County Judge and quorum court members regarding county personnel issues and budget issues. Consults with circuit court judges and district court judges on public defender fees user fees and scheduling of public defender cases. Attends and participates in meetings conferences and seminars to obtain continuing legal education credits and to stay abreast of changing legislation and trends which might impact agency programs. Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of criminal law. Knowledge of state and federal laws regulations and precedents. Knowledge of legal research and writing techniques. Ability to plan organize and direct work of others. Ability to problem solve in personnel situations. Ability to research analyze interpret and apply legislation and case related information. Ability to conduct conflicts litigation. Ability to prepare present and review oral and written informational reports. Ability to prepare present and justify budgetary needs.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a Juris Doctor degree and at least seven years practicing law in the defense of criminal cases and trial work; plus two years of experience in a leadership or supervisory position. Licensed to practice law by the State of Arkansas. Be Y certified or attain Y qualifications within one year of employment. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

Employment Type

Commission

Company Industry

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Public Defender III (45693)

State Of Arkansas

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