What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney position at Missouri State Public Defender?
The Missouri State Public Defender’s Office is accepting applications for a Trial Attorney in the Jefferson City Office.
Basic Function: Provide legal representation to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses facing the possibility of incarceration
Job Duties: Duties to include pre-trial and trial preparation; litigating all aspects of the case through disposition at the trial court level; promoting and protecting the best interest of the client at all times; maintaining client contact by telephone, appointments, or institutional visits; keeping client apprised of investigations, negotiations, and court rulings; appearing at regularly scheduled court dockets and all appearances concerning assigned caseload; drafting motions and pleadings.
Qualifications: Must be a current member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for bar licensure in Missouri.
Geographic Locations: Visit website at www.publicdefender.mo.gov for weekly update of position vacancies.
MSPD is always seeking to hire motivated, client centered attorneys to work in hard to fill jurisdictions within the state. Contact Taylor Derritt, Human Resources Specialist, at 573-777-9977 if you are interested in learning more about rural placement opportunities.
Salary/Benefits: Starting salary is $60,000. After one year, an APD is eligible for salary increase to $65,000. Eligible for full state benefits including health, life, and long-term disability insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, CLE training, and payment of bar dues.
To Apply: An official Missouri State Public Defender Application for Employment must be received in Human Resources to be considered for opening. Applicants may also provide a resume, cover letter, and writing sample. An application can be downloaded at publicdefender.mo.gov/jobs , or if you click to apply for this position, you will be emailed instructions on how to complete the application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Doctorate (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $-1