CHIEF DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER - UNCLASSIFIED

Job Summary

The Nevada State Public Defender, Ely Office, is responsible for representing indigent clients in the Municipal Court of Ely Township, Ely Justice Court and the Seventh Judicial District Court.

Essential Qualifications

• Nevada Bar Membership is required or candidates must be eligible to practice under the rural practice provision of the Nevada Supreme Court Rule 49.9.
• Candidates are preferred if they are Cat A certified, self-motivated, possess conflict resolution skills, proficient in Microsoft 360 programs, Legal Case Management software systems, and are fluent in Spanish.
• Experience in criminal defense law is desirable.

Job Duties

• Meeting with clients in and out of custody.
• Reviewing and analyzing discovery.
• Consulting with clients, investigators, and additional office staff.
• Managing court appearances, client meetings, telephonic conferences, and negotiating with opposing counsel.
• This position may supervise one or more Deputy Public Defenders and/or contracted attorneys.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Written and Verbal Communication.
• Time management.
• Organization.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retail: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional Information

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.