Attorney 1/2/3/4 (Assistant Public Defender - 02DOA2604)

Job Description

This position is open to all applicants.

What You Will Be Doing

• Work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, coordinating with other attorneys, staff, including office assistants, paralegals, and investigators, to obtain information and advocate for clients.
• Absentee in court regularly, generally daily, for various hearings.
• Manage busy dockets independently, relying on collective resources for support.

Our Organization, Mission, and Culture

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is a statewide public defense organization that represents clients appointed by the court. We are committed to the highest standards in indigent defense. The Agency utilizes a vertical representation model, with attorneys representing clients from the beginning of a case through trial. Attorneys handle all aspects of cases for our clients – advising clients on offers, filing motions, conducting evidentiary hearings, overseeing investigation, and conducting trials. Travel to remote Alaskan communities may be necessary. All travel expenses are covered by the State.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Mentorship and community of over 120 attorneys statewide.
• Training opportunities.
• In-house investigators.
• Wraparound client services.
• Funding for expert witnesses.
• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• Paid time off to study for the bar exam if necessary.
• Pays annual Alaska Bar Association bar dues.
• Reimburses some moving expenses.
• Alaska allows a 10-month limited license to practice before gaining admission to the Alaska Bar Association either as a new attorney or someone who is already licensed in another state.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is hiring new and experienced attorneys in multiple offices to represent clients in adult criminal, parental defense, juvenile, and commitment matters. The Agency has offices in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik.

The Minimum Qualifications

• Positions in this job class are in the partially exempt service in accordance with AS 39.15.120(c)(3).
• Minimum qualifications recommended:
• Attorney 1: Graduation from an approved school of law.
• Attorney 2: Admission to the Alaska State Bar.
• Attorney 3: Admission to the Alaska State Bar and at least two years of legal experience.
• Attorney 4: Admission to the Alaska State Bar and at least four years of legal practice.

Additional Required Information

• Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
• LEGAL EMPLOYMENT - The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.
• EEO STATEMENT - The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

Lars Johnson
Attorney 6, Deputy Director – Training & Development
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