Supervising Chief Deputy Public Defender - Unclassified

Job Description

The Nevada State Public Defender, Winnemucca Office, is responsible for representing indigent clients in the Union Justice court and the Sixth Judicial District Court.

• 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.

• Preference may be given to candidates that are Cat A certified, self-motivated, possess conflict resolution skills, proficient in Microsoft 360 programs, Legal Case Management software systems, and is fluent in Spanish.

• Experience in criminal defense law, strong written and verbal communication skills, time management skills, and organizational skills.

• 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.

Minimum 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. • Preference may be given to candidates that are Cat A certified, self-motivated, possess conflict resolution skills, proficient in Microsoft 360 programs, Legal Case Management software systems, and is fluent in Spanish. • Experience in criminal defense law, strong written and verbal communication skills, time management skills, and organizational skills. • 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.