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Attorney - Defense Counsel
Okmulgee, OK To apply for this position, please click here. Attorney - Defense Counsel (Okmulgee) The organization is seeking a full-time Defense Counsel in the Non-Capital Trial Division, Okmulgee office. Job Title: Attorney - Defense Counsel (Okmulgee) Location: Okmulgee County, Oklahoma Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (OIDS) Job Type: Full time, Regular Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and within agency salary schedule Job Requisition ID: JR33431 Posted: 11 Days Ago End Date: October 12, 2024 (17 days left to apply) Estimated Appointment End Date: Continuous if blank Organization Overview The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (OIDS) is the statewide public defender agency that provides legal representation to indigent clients throughout the State of Oklahoma, with the exception of Oklahoma and Tulsa counties. OIDS is committed to ensuring that every individual facing criminal charges has access to competent legal representation. Job Description The Defense Counsel will represent indigent individuals in state court at the trial level in felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, traffic, and wildlife cases. The Counsel will also provide clients with competent legal advice and zealous advocacy at every phase of the criminal trial process. Key Responsibilities - Manage case activities at all phases of the direct appeal in the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals. - Communicate with clients on all aspects of the case, including plea negotiations and post-judgment proceedings, according to agency policy and standards. - Conduct independent and expeditious investigations relating to the client's guilt or innocence and potential sentences. - Collect and maintain evidence acquired through the investigation per established standards and laws. - Prepare for trial by filing pretrial motions, developing plea negotiation strategies, securing assistance from experts, and formulating a defense theory. - Conduct ongoing legal research to identify new issues and prepare for briefing of argument on motions. - Prepare for jury selection by considering legal challenges to selection procedure and developing questions and challenges to determine if the potential juror is suitable. - Serve as Co-Counsel as assigned. - Provide consultation, advice, assistance, and support to other attorneys and staff. - Perform administrative duties when asked. Level Descriptor Candidates with varying levels of experience may be considered for the position, ranging from Level I to Level VI. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and agency salary schedule. Education and Experience Applicants should possess a Juris Doctorate degree, active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Oklahoma, or eligibility for admission. Or applicants should be scheduled to take the Oklahoma Bar Exam. - Level I: Less than 3 years of relevant criminal litigation experience. - Level II: 3 or more years of relevant criminal litigation experience with at least 1 year of criminal trial experience. - Level III: 3 or more years of relevant criminal litigation experience with at least 2 years of criminal trial experience. - Level IV: 3 or more years of relevant criminal litigation experience with at least 3 years of criminal trial experience. - Level V: 3 or more years of relevant criminal litigation experience with at least 4 years of criminal trial experience. - Level VI: 3 or more years of relevant criminal litigation experience with at least 5 years of criminal trial experience. Benefit Highlights The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their dependents. Some of the benefits include: - Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. - Wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations. - Life/Supplemental Life/Dependent Life/Disability insurance plans. - Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care. - Employee assistance program and health/fitness programs. - 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full-time employees (amounts increase with years of service). - 11 paid holidays. - Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match. - Longevity Bonus for years of service. Method of Application Interested applicants are encouraged to provide a letter of interest and resume with their online application. - All Sources: Applicants without previous state service, with previous state service but not currently employed by a state agency, or currently in trial period status, must apply through the Workday online External Listings applicant system (State of Oklahoma Careers – **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Current State of Oklahoma Employees: Must apply for open positions through their Workday account: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***After logging into Workday, go to Menu > Careers > Find Jobs – Internal State of Oklahoma. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. 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