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<TD align="center" style="font-size: 10pt;"> Invites Applications
for the Position of: <BR> </TD></TR>
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Public Defense Attorney <SPAN
style="font-size: 10pt;"><BR><BR> Apply online at <A
href="http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs">http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs</A>
</SPAN></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><BR><SPAN style="font-size: 8pt; font-style: italic;">King
County is committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. In addition,
the county is committed to recruiting and maintaining a quality workforce
that shares our guiding principles: collaborative, service-oriented,
results-focused, accountable, innovative, professional and fair and
just.</SPAN></TD></TR>
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<P><B>OPENING DATE/TIME:</B> 01/29/18 12:00 AM (GMT -8:00)
<P><B>CLOSING DATE/TIME:</B> 02/19/18 11:59 PM (GMT -8:00)
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<TD align="left"><BR><B>SALARY: </B>
$65,109.41 - $98,162.48 Annually
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<P><B>LOCATION:</B> Dexter Horton Building - 710 Second Avenue #200,
Seattle
<P><B>JOB TYPE:</B> Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
<P><B>DIVISION:</B> Department of Public Defense
<P><B>JOB NUMBER:</B> 2018IVB07739
<P><B> SUMMARY: </B>
<P> The Department of Public Defense (DPD) is renowned nationally for
its excellent legal representation to indigent clients in the only county
in the United States named after Martin Luther King Jr, one of the most
influential civil rights leaders in our nations' history. King County is a
vibrant community with residents that represent countries from around the
world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the
artistic and social traditions of many cultures. Together, we're
changing the way government delivers service and winning national
recognition as a model of excellence.<BR><BR>DPD provides legal
representation to indigent clients in several practice areas, including
felonies, misdemeanors, juvenile offenders, dependencies, involuntary
commitment, civil commitment of sexually violent predators, and contempt
of court. The department also works to address racial disproportionality
in the criminal justice system, the collateral consequences of justice
involvement, and other structural and/or systemic issues that undermine
the rights of the criminally accused. It employs not only attorneys,
but also skilled investigators, mitigation specialists, paralegals, and
other support staff. Expert services are regularly funded, in keeping with
state court rules. King County public defense has also been a leader in
the development of therapeutic courts, providing diversion and support to
clients who have entered the criminal justice system due to drug
involvement, mental illness, or other issues.<BR><BR>The Department is
looking for talented, committed, hardworking advocates with excellent
trial, research, and writing skills, and an ability to work in a
fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will have a passion for
public defense and a demonstrated commitment to helping those who are less
fortunate. He or she will also have a demonstrated ability to receive
feedback and integrate that feedback into his or her practice. The scope
of representation expected by an attorney is determined by the nature of
the case assignment and in accordance with the Rules of Professional
Conduct. Caseload standards established by the State Supreme Court and
that foster excellence in legal representation are observed in accordance
with Washington State Bar Association guidelines. Attorneys in the
Department of Public Defense are expected to complete all required
trainings and to actively advance their level of practice by seeking
additional learning opportunities.<BR><BR>To learn more about DPD,
please check out our website at: <A href="http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/public-defense.aspx">http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/public-defense.aspx</A><BR> <BR><STRONG><U>Who
May Apply</U></STRONG>: DPD is accepting applications from attorneys
possessing between three to five years of experience in either criminal
defense or family defense. This recruitment is open to all qualified
candidates and may be used to fill current and/or future full-time career
service positions in any of the Department's four divisions and/or office
locations in King County. Rotation of staff practice area and/or work
location occur based on business need.<BR><BR><STRONG>Interviews will
be conducted starting the last week of February and continuing through
March with estimated desired start dates being April through June
2018.</STRONG>
<P><B>JOB DUTIES:</B>
<P><STRONG>BASED ON ASSIGNMENT, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:</STRONG>
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<LI>Provide legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients
<LI>Handle all aspects of representation, from arraignment through
sentencing and post-trial as necessary.
<LI>Research, write and argue pretrial motions.
<LI>Conduct plea negotiation and mitigation.
<LI>Conduct jury or bench trials.
<LI>Locate, work with and prepare experts in various fields.
<LI>Work with clients struggling with mental illness, drug addiction,
lack of English proficiency, or other issues.
<LI>Work with youth and children.
<LI>Work closely with and in some instance lead a team of investigators,
mitigation specialists and paralegals.
<LI>Other duties as assigned.</LI></UL>
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<P><B>EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:</B>
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<UL>
<LI>JD from an accredited law school.
<LI>Three to five years criminal defense or family defense experience
<LI>Demonstrated commitment to advocacy for disadvantaged individuals
and/or issues of economic, social and racial justice.
<LI>Excellent demonstrated analytical, research, writing, and oral
advocacy skills.
<LI>Ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment.
<LI>Admission to Washington State Bar Association or licensing in other
states qualifying for a license under Rule 8.
<LI>A valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to travel
throughout King County in a timely manner.</LI></UL><STRONG>ALSO
DESIRED:</STRONG>
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<LI>Proficiency in languages other than English, particularly Spanish.
<LI>Clinical training in public defense.</LI></UL>Please note: An offer of
employment will be contingent on the ability to successfully pass a
Washington State Patrol Background Check.<BR>
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<P><B>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:</B> <BR><BR><STRONG><U>Work
Schedule</U></STRONG>: The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday,
with some night and weekend work. This position meets the provisions of
the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for
overtime.<BR> <BR><STRONG><U>Where to Apply:
</U></STRONG> Interested individuals should <STRONG>submit an online
King County application, cover letter, resume, and short writing
sample.</STRONG> You can find the online application at: <A href="http://www.kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers.aspx">http://www.kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers.aspx</A><BR><BR>Electronic
submission is preferred. For inquiries, please feel free to contact Irma
Van Buskirk at <A
href="mailto:irma.vanbuskirk@kingcounty.gov">irma.vanbuskirk@kingcounty.gov</A>
or 206-263-9002.<BR> <BR>Applicants may be required to
demonstrate their qualifications at the time of the interview and/or
skills assessment.<BR> <BR><STRONG>Union membership:</STRONG>
Positions in this classification are represented by Service Employee's
International Union, Local 925 with membership required within 30 days of
employment.<BR> <BR>King County is proud to be an Equal Employment
Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and we encourage people of color,
women, veterans and people with disabilities to apply. <BR>
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<TD><B>Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you
cannot apply online, go to <A
href="http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs">www.kingcounty.gov/jobs</A>
for other options.</B> <BR><BR>
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