State of Alaska
Attorney 1/2/3/4 (Assistant Public Defender - PCN 02DOA131)
State of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, United States,
Attorney 1/2/3/4 (Assistant Public Defender - PCN 02DOA131)
This position is open to all United States of America applicants.What You Will Be DoingThe Alaska Public Defender Agency (Agency) is currently accepting applications to fill attorney positions in multiple locations. The Agency’s mission is to provide constitutionally mandated legal representation to indigent clients appointed by the court. The Agency hires new lawyers and experienced attorneys to handle civil (Child in Need of Aid and commitment), appellate, and criminal matters. Positions are available in both urban and rural locations. The Agency has thirteen offices statewide, located in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik.Our Organization, Mission, and CultureThe Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to counsel in many types of cases and the Public Defender Agency is appointed by the Court to represent people who are unable to afford counsel on their own.The Benefits of Joining Our TeamTrial attorneys in the Agency enjoy the mentorship and community of a unified statewide defense agency, training opportunities, and competitive benefits and salaries. Additionally, the Agency provides paid time off to study for the bar examination, pays annual bar dues, and reimburses some moving expenses. Alaska allows a 12-month limited license to practice for public defenders prior to gaining admission to the Alaska Bar Association. For attorneys already licensed in other jurisdictions, Alaska allows for a 10-month license to practice before being admitted to the bar. Salary ranges are commensurate with experience and dependent on location (COLA included).We currently have openings in the following cities:Kenai: $2,793.00 - 4,167.75 BiweeklyFairbanks: $2,877.00 - 4,293.00 BiweeklyNome: $3,826.50 - 5,709.75 BiweeklyBethel and Utqiagvik: $4,189.50 - 6,252.00 BiweeklyThe Working Environment You Can ExpectPositions are available in both urban and rural locations. The Agency has thirteen offices statewide, located in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik.Who We Are Looking ForTechnological Competency:
Competency with standard office equipment is expected and computer literacy and fluency with Microsoft Office is essential to handling the large volume of digital documents and evidence in cases and utilizing the digital case management system.Effective Communicator:
Clear and professional oral and written communication is essential to anyone working in the legal field.Prioritization:
The ability to handle shifting priorities in high-pressure situations will enable success in the position.Ability to Maintain Confidentiality:
Strict confidentiality is required due to the nature of the work performed.Independent Worker:
Taking initiative, exercising sound judgment, and following directions is critical in our offices.Please submit a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample of 15 pages or less, and three professional references, including current email and/or daytime phone number by email to
PDARecruitment@alaska.gov .Minimum Qualifications
Positions in this job class are in the partially exempt service in accordance with AS 39.15.120(c)(3). The following minimum qualifications are recommended:
Graduation from an approved school of law.Additional Required Information
Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.LEGAL EMPLOYMENTThe 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.COVER LETTERA cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should be in a standard business format and should highlight your work experience as it pertains to the demonstrated competencies listed in the job description above. The legal writing sample should reflect the applicant's own work without significant revision from others.Your complete applicant package, including cover letter and legal writing sample, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. If you do not provide a cover letter as required, your application package may be determined to be incomplete and will not advance to the next phase of the recruitment and selection process.APSINPlease be aware – this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.EEO STATEMENTThe 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
Please submit application to
PDARecruitment@alaska.gov .Please contact the following with any questions:Rhonda ThayerAdministrative Officer 1rhonda.thayer@alaska.govAgency: State of AlaskaPhone: (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)Website: http://workplace.alaska.gov/
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This position is open to all United States of America applicants.What You Will Be DoingThe Alaska Public Defender Agency (Agency) is currently accepting applications to fill attorney positions in multiple locations. The Agency’s mission is to provide constitutionally mandated legal representation to indigent clients appointed by the court. The Agency hires new lawyers and experienced attorneys to handle civil (Child in Need of Aid and commitment), appellate, and criminal matters. Positions are available in both urban and rural locations. The Agency has thirteen offices statewide, located in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik.Our Organization, Mission, and CultureThe Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to counsel in many types of cases and the Public Defender Agency is appointed by the Court to represent people who are unable to afford counsel on their own.The Benefits of Joining Our TeamTrial attorneys in the Agency enjoy the mentorship and community of a unified statewide defense agency, training opportunities, and competitive benefits and salaries. Additionally, the Agency provides paid time off to study for the bar examination, pays annual bar dues, and reimburses some moving expenses. Alaska allows a 12-month limited license to practice for public defenders prior to gaining admission to the Alaska Bar Association. For attorneys already licensed in other jurisdictions, Alaska allows for a 10-month license to practice before being admitted to the bar. Salary ranges are commensurate with experience and dependent on location (COLA included).We currently have openings in the following cities:Kenai: $2,793.00 - 4,167.75 BiweeklyFairbanks: $2,877.00 - 4,293.00 BiweeklyNome: $3,826.50 - 5,709.75 BiweeklyBethel and Utqiagvik: $4,189.50 - 6,252.00 BiweeklyThe Working Environment You Can ExpectPositions are available in both urban and rural locations. The Agency has thirteen offices statewide, located in Anchorage, Bethel, Dillingham, Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Nome, Palmer, Sitka, and Utqiagvik.Who We Are Looking ForTechnological Competency:
Competency with standard office equipment is expected and computer literacy and fluency with Microsoft Office is essential to handling the large volume of digital documents and evidence in cases and utilizing the digital case management system.Effective Communicator:
Clear and professional oral and written communication is essential to anyone working in the legal field.Prioritization:
The ability to handle shifting priorities in high-pressure situations will enable success in the position.Ability to Maintain Confidentiality:
Strict confidentiality is required due to the nature of the work performed.Independent Worker:
Taking initiative, exercising sound judgment, and following directions is critical in our offices.Please submit a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample of 15 pages or less, and three professional references, including current email and/or daytime phone number by email to
PDARecruitment@alaska.gov .Minimum Qualifications
Positions in this job class are in the partially exempt service in accordance with AS 39.15.120(c)(3). The following minimum qualifications are recommended:
Graduation from an approved school of law.Additional Required Information
Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.LEGAL EMPLOYMENTThe 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.COVER LETTERA cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should be in a standard business format and should highlight your work experience as it pertains to the demonstrated competencies listed in the job description above. The legal writing sample should reflect the applicant's own work without significant revision from others.Your complete applicant package, including cover letter and legal writing sample, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. If you do not provide a cover letter as required, your application package may be determined to be incomplete and will not advance to the next phase of the recruitment and selection process.APSINPlease be aware – this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.EEO STATEMENTThe 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
Please submit application to
PDARecruitment@alaska.gov .Please contact the following with any questions:Rhonda ThayerAdministrative Officer 1rhonda.thayer@alaska.govAgency: State of AlaskaPhone: (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)Website: http://workplace.alaska.gov/
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