Attorney 1/2/3/4 (Assistant Public Defender - 02DOA2611)

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Alaska; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is hiring attorneys to represent clients in adult criminal, parental defense, juvenile, and commitment matters across offices in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik. The Agency covers travel expenses for remote communities and offers competitive salaries and benefits.

Travel to remote Alaskan communities may be necessary; salary will be discussed at the time of interview and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of law.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in adult criminal, parental defense, juvenile and commitment matters across offices.
• Appear in court regularly, generally daily, for various hearings.
• Advise clients on offers, file motions, conduct evidentiary hearings, oversee investigations and conduct trials.
• Coordinate with attorneys, staff, paralegals, and investigators to obtain information and advocate for clients.

Skills

Effective communication

Prioritization

Independence

Client-centered practice

Technological competence

Education

Graduation from an approved school of law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management system

Job description

Job Description

This position is open to all applicants.

Pay is based on the location of the selected applicant; salary will be discussed at the time of the interview.

What You Will Be Doing

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is hiring new and experienced attorneys in multiple offices to represent clients in adult criminal, parental defense, juvenile, and commitment matters. The Agency has offices in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik.

Our Organization, Mission, and Culture

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is a statewide public defense organization that represents clients appointed by the court. We are committed to the highest standards in indigent defense. The Agency utilizes a vertical representation model, with attorneys representing clients from the beginning of a case through trial. Attorneys handle all aspects of cases for our clients – advising clients on offers, filing motions, conducting evidentiary hearings, overseeing investigation, and conducting trials. Travel to remote Alaskan communities may be necessary. All travel expenses are covered by the State.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team

• mentorship and community of over 120 attorneys statewide
• training opportunities
• in-house investigators
• wraparound client services
• funding for expert witnesses
• competitive salaries and benefits
• paid time off to study for the bar exam if necessary
• pays annual Alaska Bar Association bar dues
• reimburses some moving expenses
• Alaska allows a 10-month limited license to practice before gaining admission to the Alaska Bar Association either as a new attorney or someone who is already licensed in another state

Salary varies based on experience and location.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

Agency attorneys work in a collaborative environment and fast-paced environment. Attorneys coordinate with other attorneys and staff – including office assistants, paralegals, and investigators – to obtain information and advocate for clients. Attorneys appear in court regularly, generally daily, for various hearings. Attorneys rely on our collective resources for support but are expected to be able to work independently, managing busy dockets.

Who We Are Looking For

The Agency is looking for attorneys with the following skills:

• Effective communication: Clear and professional oral and written communication.
• Prioritization: The ability to juggle various priorities to ensure the most urgent tasks are accomplished first is necessary to handle the workflow.
• Independence: Being able to work independently and make judgment calls in a high-pressure environment will help ensure an attorney’s success.
• Committed to client-centered practice: Commitment to advocating for a client’s stated interests as well as to maintain confidentiality of information is essential.
• Technological competence: Competency with standard office equipment as well as computer literacy and fluency with Microsoft Office is essential to handling the large volume of digital material and communication and to use our case management system.

Minimum Qualifications

Positions in this job class are in the partially exempt service in accordance with AS 39.15.120(c)(3). The following minimum qualifications are recommended:

• Graduation from an approved school of law.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

Lars Johnson

Attorney 6,

Deputy Director – Training & Development

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