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<p>The assistant federal public defender will represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses and clients involved in other matters covered under the Criminal Justice Act. The position requires travel for investigation, litigation, and training. Federal public defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law. </p>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of Employment</b></h3>
<p>https://az.fd.org/. </p>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
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An assistant federal public defender must be: (1) a graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state; and (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court by the time of entrance on duty. Applicants must have at least one to two years' experience in trial work or other related work, and a commitment to criminal defense. Five years of experience is preferred.
<b>Spanish language fluency is required for this position. </b>Applicants selected for interview will be tested for Spanish fluency. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation including an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check.
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<p>A graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state; and (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court by the time of entrance on duty. </p>
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<li><p>Benefits</p>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How You Will Be Evaluated</b></h2>
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<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>Applicants must have at least one to two years' experience in trial work or other related work, and a commitment to criminal defense. Five years of experience is preferred. Spanish language fluency is required for this position. Applicants selected for interview will be tested for Spanish fluency. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation including an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check. </p>
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<li><p>Benefits</p>
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<p>Review our benefits </p>
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<p>As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.</p>
<p>A letter of interest, resume, and representative writing sample. References will be required from candidates selected for an interview. </p>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: </b></h4>
<p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. </p>
<p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. </p>
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<li><p>How to Apply</p>
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<p>Qualified persons may apply by sending via e-mail a letter of interest, resume, and representative writing sample. References will be required from candidates selected for an interview. Applicable experience should be described in detail. Send completed application to the Personnel Administrator, Federal Public Defender, District of Arizona, at azx_hr@fd.org. Announced April 13, 2022; Open until filled.</p>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
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<h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Email</b></h5>
<p>azx_hr@fd.org </p>
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<h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Address</b></h5>
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<i>Federal Public Defender, District of Arizona</i>
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<i>850 W Adams St # 201</i>
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<i>Phoenix, AZ 85007</i>
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<i>US </i>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
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<p>Please read the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for more information. </p>
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<li><p>Fair and Transparent</p>
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<p>The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. </p>
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<li>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy </li>
<li>Reasonable accommodation policy </li>
<li>Financial suitability </li>
<li>Selective Service </li>
<li>New employee probationary period </li>
<li>Signature and false statements </li>
<li>Privacy Act </li>
<li>Social security number request </li>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
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<p>A letter of interest, resume, and representative writing sample. References will be required from candidates selected for an interview. </p>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: </b></h4>
<p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. </p>
<p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.</p>
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<br>Help This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency The successful applicant will have a clearly demonstrated aptitude for excellence in criminal defense practice, a commitment to the representation of indigent accused persons, and a reputation for personal integrity.</div>