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Attorney - Assistant Public Defender I
Winchester, VA The Indigent Defense Commission is seeking a passionate and dedicated Attorney - Assistant Public Defender I for their Winchester/Front Royal office in Virginia. This full-time, salaried position offers a hiring range of $83,276.00 State Benefits Local Salary Supplement, and is open to individuals with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and Virginia State Bar admission. The IDC is committed to inclusive hiring and welcomes applicants of all identities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Job Duties: - Conduct client and witness interviews - Work with staff investigators to investigate cases - File pretrial motions and post-trial motions - Litigate motions and notice appropriate appealable issues - Try cases in the General District, Juvenile and Domestic Relations, and Circuit Courts - See clients in jail in a timely manner and communicate regularly with the client, family members, and other approved parties Minimum Qualifications: - Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and Virginia State Bar admission - Active interest in the cause of indigent defense, criminal justice reform, and social justice - Willingness to try cases and desire to improve as a trial attorney - Ability to learn and quickly internalize feedback - Ability to track and meet deadlines - Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing - Ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, and remain organized - Valid driver’s license and means to travel to all courts and regional jails - Knowledge of criminal law and evidence Additional Considerations: - Prior experience working in a Public Defender office will be strongly considered - Individuals hired before obtaining their Virginia Bar licensure will be employed as a Law Clerk with a starting salary of $70,972.00, and will be eligible for the title and salary of an Assistant Public Defender I upon passing the bar and becoming licensed Special Instructions: - Applications must include a cover letter and resume - Applications are not saved for future openings, so candidates are encouraged to apply to all positions they are considering within the IDC - Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprint-based criminal background check and authorization to work in the U.S. - Applications must be submitted electronically through the IDC website - Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application and/or interview process - This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Contact Information: - Name: Ashley Washington - Phone: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Email: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. This process requires applicants to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are also encouraged to submit their disability documentation to DARS/DBVI to obtain an AHP Letter. More information can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants with a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022 and February 29, 2024 may still use it as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process. The Indigent Defense Commission is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse workforce within the Commonwealth of Virginia. |
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