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The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Michigan is accepting applications for an Assistant Federal Public Defender. The Federal Public Defender operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. ยง 3006(A), and provides criminal defense services to people charged with federal crimes who cannot afford to hire a lawyer.
Learn more about this agency12/03/2024 to 03/03/2025
$69,000 - $162,000 per year
Dependent upon qualifications.
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Permanent - At-Will
Full-time - 8 AM to 5 PM
Excepted
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DEST-12620217-25-CEB
822597500
Assistant Federal Public Defenders provide every aspect of representation to individuals charged with federal crimes including trials and related hearings, direct appeals, post-conviction and habeas relief, witness representation, supervised release violations and other matters. Applicants must be graduates of an accredited law school, admitted and in good standing with a state bar or eligible for admission. Applicants must also be eligible for admission to the Western District of Michigan. Qualified candidates must have an aptitude for trial practice and superior analytical ability and at least two years of trial experience. successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment, the ability to prioritize and to work both independently and cooperatively. Commitment to the indigent and personal integrity are essential.
Responsibilities
Assistant Federal Public Defenders provide every aspect of representation to individuals charged with federal crimes including trials and related hearings, direct appeals, post-conviction and habeas relief, witness representation, supervised release violations and other matters.
Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. The position includes Federal benefits. Employment is "At-Will." An FBI background check is required.
Applicants must be graduates of an accredited law school, admitted and in good standing with a state bar or eligible for admission.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Application packets will be screened by management. An interview, possibly two will be conducted.
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Email cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to melissa_rabidoux@fd.org
Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/822597500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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