Supervising Attorney, Circuit Court Baltimore City

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) seeksan experienced client-centered litigator and demonstrated leader to serve asthe Supervising Attorney for the Baltimore City office. The Baltimore Cityoffice is a large urban public defenders office with 200 employees providingclient-centered representation to individuals charged with misdemeanors andfelonies in Baltimore City. We are committed to building a culturally diversestaff and strongly encourage people historically underrepresented in thepractice of law to apply.

MOPDs vision is for Justice Fairness and Dignity for All. We arecommitted to our core values of a culture of excellence client-centeredrepresentation and tenacious advocacy and remain united as a team inachieving our mission. At MOPD we use our legal education and experience tofight for justice and fairness no matter what and we refuse to remain silentin the midst of human suffering. Our unique talents identities educationalbackgrounds and perspectives guide us in representing our clients. We stand upagainst prejudice systemic racism and inequity in all of the spaces weoccupy. Learn more about our mission and commitment to diversity equity andinclusion.

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Baltimore City MD

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

The Circuit Court Supervisor will combine their dedication to therepresentation of indigent clients with their strong leadership and litigationskills to ensure the highest standard of client representation in ateam-oriented environment. The Supervising Attorney is responsible forcultivating and sustaining a culture of excellence respect and positivitywhile simultaneously ensuring the efficient day-to-day operations of theoffice. This position is located in Baltimore City Maryland; however travel throughoutthe District and State is required for all supervisor positions.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to the Chief of Felony for Baltimore City.

Works closely with the leadership team to maintaina high standard of representation by ensuring accountability while fosteringmentorship teamwork and communication.

Supervises attorneys in all phases of clientrepresentation from initial appointment through final appeal and post-trialprocedures.

Actively engages and leads Attorney training witha minimum of one training per month.

Monitors the attorney caseloads and thedistribution of cases to ensure optimal client outcomes and attorneydevelopment.

Actively consults with attorneys on casepreparation and trial strategy.

Identifies assesses and cultivates talentamongst attorneys.

Ensures accountability through the regularevaluation of attorney and staff performance.

Fosters a culture of respect honesty andcollaboration.

Supports the vision of the District PublicDefender internally and externally.

Follows supports and promotes directives givenby the Chief Deputy and District Public Defender for the advancement of theagency and the local office.

Fosters a culture of excellence resourcefulnessand zealousness amongst attorneys and staff.

Handles and approves transcript requestsinvestigation requests and panel determinations.

Works closely with the Training Division and otherStatewide Divisions to ensure effective representation through the developmentof relevant policies practices and training (including conducting regularin-house training programs).

Maintains an active caseload.

Performs other duties as determined by the State Public Defender.

SALARY

Salary is dependent on experience and the State of Maryland salary ruleswill apply to any offer made.

This is a promotion opportunity for current MOPD attorneys at Grade 22 orbelow.

This would be a lateral transfer for MOPD attorneys currentlyatGrade 23.

Assistant Public Defender Supervisor: $120399.00-$154928.00 (Grade 23Step 13).

BENEFITS

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender offers a generous benefitspackage that includes excellent medical dental and vision insurance. Benefitsalso include retirement savings life insurance and the option to participatein supplemental retirement options. MOPD Employees receive 6 days of personalleave 15 days of sick leave and at least 10 days of annual leave eachcalendar year in addition to paid holidays and parental leave. For moredetails and a full list of benefits as an employee with the Maryland Office ofthe Public Defender click here.

HOWTOAPPLY

If you wish to be consideredplease click here to fill out the application and upload thefollowingdocuments inone PDF attachmentthrough theResume Tab in the JobAps Application: (1) acurrent resume and (2) a coverletter.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Assistant Public Defenders arefull-time employeespractice of law while in this 16-203(d)(2) and cannot engage in the privateCriminalProcedureArt. Section

As a State agency the Maryland Office of the Public Defender(MOPD) is an affirmativeaction and equal opportunity employer. MOPD iscommitted to the full inclusion of allqualified individuals withoutregard to race color religion sex physical or mentaldisability agesexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status orgeneticinformation.

All applicants must be able tocommunicate with clients and visitors and possess the abilityto completetasks in a fast-paced work must be able towork invarious positions and travel to various courtrooms officeenvironments and detentionfacilities throughout the state. MOPD isfurther committed to providing equal opportunityand reasonableaccommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment itsservicesprograms and activities by modifying or adjusting the job applicationprocess or the joborworkenvironmenttomakereasonableaccommodationstotheknownapplicantoremployeeto enable the applicant or employee be considered for the position they desire;toperform the essential functions of the position in question; or toenjoy equal benefits andprivileges of employment as are enjoyed by othersimilarly situated employees withoutdisabilities unless theaccommodation imposes an undue hardship.

Applicants must be able to operate acomputer and other office equipment.Applicantsmust have access to a motor vehicle or be able tonavigate public transportation. If areasonable accommodation is neededplease contact Tawanda Jackson Human ResourcesSupervisor at or.