First Assistant Conflict Defender

Monroe County; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe County in Rochester seeks a First Assistant Conflict Defender to assist in supervising the Conflict Defender's Office and to represent clients in the Rochester City Court, including those on parole. The role requires readiness to serve as Counsel at First Appearance under supervision of the Conflict Defender.

The ideal candidate is a NY-licensed attorney with 10+ years in criminal or Family Court matters, experience in supervisory settings, and a strong commitment to equity and effective

Qualifications

• The First Assistant Conflict Defender must be a NY attorney with at least 10 years in criminal and/or Family Court.
• Experience as a criminal defense attorney and/or parent’s attorney is preferred.
• Commitment to serving low income communities and advancing equity in the court system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising and administering the Conflict Defender’s Office.
• Represent clients in Rochester City Court and those on parole.
• Serve as Counsel at First Appearance and collaborate with the Defender's staff.
• Report to the Conflict Defender and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attorney license NY

Criminal defense

Family court

Supervisory experience

Racial equity

Education

Juris Doctor or equivalent

Job description

Title: First Assistant Conflict Defender

Salary: $107,409 - $148,680 annually

Agency/Dept.: Conflict Defender's Office

Description of Duties

This is an administrative and legal position responsible for assisting the Conflict Defender with the supervision, administration, and oversight of the Conflict Defender’s Office in the Department of Public Safety. Duties include representing clients in the Rochester City Court, and who are on parole. Must be available at all times to serve as ‘Counsel at First Appearance’. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of the Conflict Defender. General supervision is exercised over assistant conflict defenders and other subordinate staff. Does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• The First Assistant Conflict Defender shall be an attorney duly licensed to practice law in the State of New York with at least ten (10) years of experience handling criminal and/or Family Court matters. Experience as a criminal defense attorney and/or parent’s attorney would be preferable.
• Experience in an institutional defense office including experience as a supervisor would be a plus.
• The First Assistant Conflict Defender should have experience working with low income individuals or communities of color and a commitment to racial equity, diversity and inclusion. As well as a commitment to clients and exceptional advocacy.
• The First Assistant Conflict Defender must possess clear and effective communication skills and have the ability to build relationships with clients, judges, lawyers, court administrators, other persons within the court system, and court officials.