Apd II & Iii Youthful Defendant Division, Baltimore City
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Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
The Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) seeks an experiencedclient-centeredlitigator to serve as an Assistant Public Defender inBaltimore Citys (District I) YouthfulDefendant Unit. The attorney shouldhave the skills and desire to provide holistic andcomprehensiverepresentation within a highly specialized division for young people chargedwithserious offenses in Baltimore City Maryland. MOPD is committed tobuilding a culturallydiverse staff and strongly encourages peoplehistorically underrepresented in the practice of lawto apply.
MOPDs Baltimore City office is a large urban public defenders officewith 200 employeesproviding client-centered representation to juvenilesand adults charged with misdemeanors andfelonies in Baltimore strives to achieve Justice Fairness and Dignity for are committed to the core values of a culture of excellenceclient-centeredrepresentation tenacious advocacy and are united as ateam in achieving the MOPDs mission.
GRADE
ASTD21
ASTD22
LOCATION OF POSITION
Baltimore MD
Main Purpose of Job
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
The Baltimore City Defenders utilizes a verticalrepresentation model to represent clients throughout the life of their includes pretrial motions to transfer cases to juvenile court and allpost-disposition representation. The position requires exceptional trialskills innovative thinking investigative skills and the ability to workindependently in managing an active caseload. Representation includes utilizingexperts and social workers in a team-oriented environment. Attorneys in theYouthful Defendant Unit (YDU) will have the skills necessary to litigate a casein juvenile and adult court. This position will be located in Baltimore CityMaryland.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Tenacious representation of young people at arraignmenttransfer hearings trials sentencing hearings and adjudications.
Works as part of a holistic representation teamincluding social workers core staff and medical and forensic experts.
Ensure clients are consistently heard andrespected.
Prepares for litigation through review of legal documentsand case information analysis of evidence witness interviews and preparationof witnesses for litigation.
Conducts legal research and analysis including changes inlaws legislation procedural rules court decisions and case precedents inpreparation for trial and to determine/ anticipate legal problems and proposeresolutions.
Drafts and prepares reports memoranda in oppositionbriefs legal documents motions and client correspondence.
Effectively proactively and compassionately communicatewith clients family members team members colleagues community resourcesand service providers to ensure optimal outcomes and resolve challenges openlyconstructively and professionally.
Counsel and advises clients on changes in law courtdecisions and legal issues.
Negotiates with prosecutors and other parties toestablish agreements to resolve cases favorably for the client.
Provides post-representation follow-up with the clientregarding matters such as client release and other appropriate collateralissues.
Competently independently and resourcefully manage afull caseload.
Continuously seek professional and personal developmentthrough training CLEs and trial skills courses.
Other duties as assigned by the Public Defender.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
CORE COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrated commitment to tenacious and comprehensive defensepractice includingthe ability to represent clients in juvenilecriminal and administrative hearings.
Excellent research writing and oral advocacy skills.
Knowledge training and experience related to adolescent developmentneuroscienceeducation mental health treatment and best practices foryouth rehabilitation.
Clear dedication to upending systemic racism prejudice and unfairnessin the criminaljustice system.
Compassion.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively withpeople fromdifferent backgrounds and lived experiences. Proven expertisein communicating withchildren and adolescents is preferred.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced diverse team-oriented environment.
Experience with the use of experts to include preparation for allstages of a transfer case.
Exceptional organizational legal and administrative skills necessaryto handle a highcaseload.
Criminal trial and/or experience representing young people preferred.
Active membership in good standing with the Maryland Bar or Bar ofanother state bythe start date. Attorneys barred in another state mustbecome members of the MarylandBar within 18 months of their start date.
BENEFITS
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary is dependent on experience and salary rules will apply to State ofMaryland employees.
This would be a lateral transfer for any internal candidates applying.
Assistant Public Defender II- starting at $97190.00 (Grade 21 Step 08)
Assistant Public Defender III- starting at $107687.00 (Grade 22 Step10)
Please visit the State of Maryland Employees page to review benefitinformation.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO APPLY:
If you wish to be considered please click here to fill out theapplication and submit the followingitems in one PDF attachment throughthe Resume Tab on the Maryland State Government JobOpenings Page: (1) acurrent resume (2) a cover letter (3) a list of four professionreferencesand (4) writing sample no longer than 15 pages.
Incomplete applications will not beconsidered.
Assistant Public Defenders are full-time employees and cannot engage inthe privatepractice of law while in this position. MD Code CriminalProcedure Art. Section 16-203(d)(2).
As a State agency the Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) isan affirmativeaction and equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committedto the full inclusion of allqualified individuals without regard to racecolor religion sex physical or mentaldisability age sexualorientation gender identity national origin veteran status orgeneticinformation.
All applicants must be able to communicate with clients and visitors andpossess the abilityto complete tasks in a fast-paced work must be able to work invarious positions and travel to variouscourtrooms and office environments throughout thestate. MOPD is furthercommitted to providing equal opportunity and reasonableaccommodation forindividuals with disabilities in employment its services programsandactivities by modifying or adjusting the job application process orthe job or workenvironment to make reasonable accommodations to the knownapplicant or employee toenable the applicant or employee be consideredfor the position they desire; to perform theessential functions of theposition in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privilegesofemployment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees withoutdisabilitiesunless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship.
Applicants must be able to operate a computer and other office have access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigatepublic transportation. If areasonable accommodation is needed pleasecontact Tawanda Jackson Human ResourcesSupervisor at
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