Assistant Federal Public Defender

Texas Western Federal Public Defender
Waco, TX, US
$72.6K a year
Full-time

Qualification

An Assistant Federal Public Defender must be (1) a graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice before a state bar, but a Texas bar license is strongly preferred;

and (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas prior to entry on duty. Spanish-language fluency is desirable but not required.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including but not limited to an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check.

The successful applicant will have strong writing and oral advocacy skills, an established capacity or clearly demonstrated aptitude for excellence in criminal defense practice, a commitment to the representation of indigent accused persons, and a reputation for integrity.

Applicants must also possess the ability to communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, staff, and court and agency personnel as part of their employment.

Finally, applicants must also be team-oriented and possess skills for collaboration, strategic litigation, compassionate representation, and unique approaches to the issues affecting our clients.

Criminal litigation and / or appellate experience is preferred. Other related experience may be considered.

Benefits

The salary of an assistant federal public defender is commensurate with that of an assistant U.S. attorney with similar qualifications and experience.

The position is in the excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. The position offers federal government employment benefits, including participation in health and life insurance program, retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan.

Salary is payable only by Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit).

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