Public Defender V
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Location: Lucas, KS 67648
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Kansas State Board of Indigents' Defense Services (SBIDS)
Our mission is to fulfill the constitutional promise of a zealous defense by providing our clients with team-based advocacy that champions their human dignity and achieves just outcomes on their behalf.
The Kansas State Board of Indigents' Defense Services is accepting applications for the Chief Public Defender position (PD V) in the Reno County Public Defender Office, based in Hutchison, Kansas.
SBIDS Current Job Openings
About the Position:
Employment Benefits:
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
The Chief Public Defender will be the lead supervising attorney of the Reno County Public Defender Office, which will provide representation for indigent adult felony clients in Reno County. The Chief Public Defenders of the Kansas public defense system are each leaders within the agency who consistently demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to the zealous and dignified representation of indigent defendants.
We are looking for a dynamic, client-centered leader who is passionate about the importance of public defense and is interested in aiding our efforts to fundamentally rebuild our system into a model of collaborative public defense practice. The public defender office in Reno County is an important part of our agency-wide efforts to fundamentally transform public defense across the entire state-wide system.
We are interested in candidates who believe in the importance of mentoring defenders in client-centered holistic defense practices, who appreciate the importance of developing connections with local community leaders, and who believe that every client and every employee is entitled to dignity and respect. The Reno County is a diverse community with stark economic differences, and this position requires an applicant who has experience working with economically and racially diverse populations.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
The Chief of the Reno County Public Defender Office is responsible for the overall management of the main area Public Defender office in partnership with the Deputy Public Defender. Specific responsibilities include direct personnel mentorship and supervision, general office administration, hiring and discipline of personnel, coordination of periodic in-house trainings, ethical training and oversight, caseload management, case assignments, and all other areas necessary for the best representation possible for our clients.
Additionally, this role will involve creating policies for the office in collaboration with the BIDS Administration Office, building training programs for the office in collaboration with the BIDS Training Division and Administration Office, and an emphasis on building relationships with stakeholders in Reno County. In order to effectively administer the office, Chief Public Defenders are expected to carry a reduced caseload.
Qualifications:
Education
Application deadline: Open until filled.
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Required documents for this application to be complete:
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's tax account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws.
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at ([redacted] or by email at [redacted]
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.
To apply for this job, please see the Job Application Process section below.
This job posting does not use this site's online application. The 'Apply for Job' button will not work.
Kansas State Board of Indigents' Defense Services (SBIDS)
Our mission is to fulfill the constitutional promise of a zealous defense by providing our clients with team-based advocacy that champions their human dignity and achieves just outcomes on their behalf.
The Kansas State Board of Indigents' Defense Services is accepting applications for the Chief Public Defender position (PD V) in the Reno County Public Defender Office, based in Hutchison, Kansas.
SBIDS Current Job Openings
About the Position:
- Who can apply: Anyone
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full/Part-time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
- Annual Salary Range: $92,500.00 - $131,250.00
Employment Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
- Sick & Vacation leave
- Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
- Paid State Holidays
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
The Chief Public Defender will be the lead supervising attorney of the Reno County Public Defender Office, which will provide representation for indigent adult felony clients in Reno County. The Chief Public Defenders of the Kansas public defense system are each leaders within the agency who consistently demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to the zealous and dignified representation of indigent defendants.
We are looking for a dynamic, client-centered leader who is passionate about the importance of public defense and is interested in aiding our efforts to fundamentally rebuild our system into a model of collaborative public defense practice. The public defender office in Reno County is an important part of our agency-wide efforts to fundamentally transform public defense across the entire state-wide system.
We are interested in candidates who believe in the importance of mentoring defenders in client-centered holistic defense practices, who appreciate the importance of developing connections with local community leaders, and who believe that every client and every employee is entitled to dignity and respect. The Reno County is a diverse community with stark economic differences, and this position requires an applicant who has experience working with economically and racially diverse populations.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
The Chief of the Reno County Public Defender Office is responsible for the overall management of the main area Public Defender office in partnership with the Deputy Public Defender. Specific responsibilities include direct personnel mentorship and supervision, general office administration, hiring and discipline of personnel, coordination of periodic in-house trainings, ethical training and oversight, caseload management, case assignments, and all other areas necessary for the best representation possible for our clients.
Additionally, this role will involve creating policies for the office in collaboration with the BIDS Administration Office, building training programs for the office in collaboration with the BIDS Training Division and Administration Office, and an emphasis on building relationships with stakeholders in Reno County. In order to effectively administer the office, Chief Public Defenders are expected to carry a reduced caseload.
Qualifications:
Education
- Must be a graduate from an ABA accredited law school
- Licensed attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas at the time of employment
- Maintain licensure as an active attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas
- Attorneys licensed in another state must be willing and able to seek admission to the Kansas bar immediately upon hire.
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must have demonstrated experience leading others.
- Must have exceptional communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written form.
- Ability to use all necessary electronic systems, including all required E-filing systems and records management systems, as well as case tracking databases.
- Must be able to effectively handle emergency or crisis situations in a calm and effective manner.
- Must be able to process, organize, and manage complex litigation.
- Must possess exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Must be able to handle frequent interruptions and multiple calls and inquiries.
- Must have demonstrated ability to effectively interact with clients, employees, and colleagues in a respectful and appropriate manner.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality and able to manage confidential information.
- Must be willing and able to treat every client, witness, employee, and colleague with dignity and respect.
- Must be able to demonstrate a commitment to a client-centered practice.
- Must have a keenly developed and uncompromising set of personal and professional ethics.
- Must be open to receiving training and the providing training to others.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in criminal defense
- Experience handling major felonies
- Prior or current service as a trial-level public defender.
- Prior administrative or supervisory experience.
- Prior service as a Chief or Deputy Defender.
- Prior experience handling personnel issues, including hiring and termination of employees and employee disciplinary issues.
- Experience developing or leading training programs.
- Experience creating and implementing new office policies.
- Ability to demonstrate a continuing commitment to the provision of quality criminal defense services to indigent clients.
- Experience and/or familiarity with holistic, client-centered public defense practices.
- Experience in community organizing and the development of local community connections and resources.
- Experience working with economically and racially diverse populations.
- Name : Bryan Crouch
- Mailing Address : 700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 500 Topeka, KS 66603
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Writing sample
- List of three professional references
- If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please also include your DD214
Application deadline: Open until filled.
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov : How to Search for a Job - Instructions
Required documents for this application to be complete:
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's tax account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws.
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at ([redacted] or by email at [redacted]
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.