Supervising Attorney Charles County (District IV) (ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER SUPERVISOR) - #26-005357-0009

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender (OPD) seeks an experienced,zealous, dedicated, and demonstrated leader to serve as the SupervisingAttorney in District IVs Charles County office. OPD is committed to building aculturally diverse staff and strongly encourages people historically underrepresentedin the practice of law to apply.

District IV (Charles, Calvert, and St. Marys Public Defender offices)are busy, rural public defender offices with approximately 30+ attorneys andstaff in total with 14+ employees specifically located in Charles County. OPDstrives to achieve Justice, Fairness, and Dignity for All. Our employees are committedto the core values of a culture of excellence, client-centered representation,and tenacious advocacy, and are united as a team in achieving the OPDs mission.

OVERVIEW

The Supervising Attorney combines their demonstrated dedication to therepresentation of indigent clients with strong leadership and litigation skillsto ensure the highest standard of client representation in a team-orientedenvironment focused on a client-centered approach to representation. TheSupervising Attorney is involved in the day-to-day operations and supervisionof attorneys, maintains an active caseload, interfaces with the Judiciary, andhelps promote community engagement in the county. This position will beprimarily located in La Plata, Maryland supervising attorneys handling Districtand Circuit Court matters; however, members of the supervision team may providecoverage to the other counties within the District.

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Charles County, MD

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to the District Public Defender and Deputy District Public Defender.

Works closely with the other leadership team members to maintain a high standard of representation by ensuring accountability while fostering mentorship, teamwork, and communication.

Actively consults with attorneys regarding case preparation and trial strategy.

Fosters a culture of excellence, resourcefulness, and zealousness amongst attorneys and staff.

Ensures accountability through the supervision and regular evaluation of attorney and staff performance.

Participates with leadership teams in interviewing and hiring new attorneys.

Works with other agencies and entities involved in the criminal justice system to help meet the needs of clients.

Works closely with the Training Division and other Statewide Divisions to ensure effective representation through the development of relevant policies, practices, and training (including conducting regular in-house training programs).

Contributes to and seeks professional development through statewide and in-house training and trial skills programs.

Works collaboratively with all team members (including support staff, supervisors, investigators, social workers, and experts) to achieve the best result for each client.

Maintains an active caseload.

Travel to St. Marys and Calvert County offices as needed.

Other duties as assigned by the State Public Defender.

TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated commitment to zealous and comprehensive public defense.

Excellent writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.

A desire to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment withconstructive feedback and performance evaluations.

Substantial criminal litigation experience and strong trial skills (aminimum of 3 years felony experience preferred).

Commitment to addressing systemic inadequacies and inequities in thecriminal justice system.

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicateeffectively with colleagues, adversaries, clients, and family members,irrespective of differences in backgrounds and lived experiences.

Exceptional organizational, legal, and administrative skills necessaryto manage dynamic teams and high-volume caseloads.

Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, supervisory, client advocacy, andmanagement abilities.

Active membership in good standing in the Maryland Bar or Bar ofanother state.

Attorneys barred in another state must become a member of the MarylandBar within 18 months of the

start date.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary is dependent on experience and salary rules will apply to State ofMaryland employees.

Please visit the State of Maryland Employees page to review benefitinformation.

Assistant Public Defender, Supervisor: Starting at $121,603.00 (Grade 23,Step 13).

This is a promotional opportunity for current MOPD attorneys at Grade 22or below.

This would be a lateral transfer for MOPD attorneys currently at Grade23.

HOW TO APPLY

If you wish to be considered, please click here to fill out theapplication and submit the following items in one PDF attachment through theMaryland State Government Job Openings Page: (1) a current resume, (2) a coverletter addressing the above qualifications, and (3) a list of four professionalreferences.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Assistant Public Defenders are full-time employees and cannot engage inthe private practice of law while in this position. MD Code, Criminal ProcedureArt., Section 16-203(d)(2).

As a State agency, the Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) isan affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committed to thefull inclusion of all qualified individuals without regard to race, color,religion, sex, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, genderidentity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

All applicants must be able to communicate with clients and visitors andpossess the ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment.Applicants must be able to work in various positions and travel to variouscourtrooms and office environments throughout the state. MOPD is furthercommitted to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation forindividuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activitiesby modifying or adjusting the job application process or the job or work

environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known applicant oremployee to enable the applicant or employee be considered for the positionthey desire; to perform the essential functions of the position in question; orto enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by othersimilarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodationimposes an undue hardship.

Applicants must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment.Applicants must have access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate publictransportation. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact TawandaJackson, Human Resources Supervisor, at ... ....