Assistant Federal Public Defender (AFPD) / Richmond
U.S. Courts, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
The Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Eastern District of Virginia is accepting applications for an Assistant Federal Public Defender (AFPD) position in our Richmond location. Pursuant to the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, the office provides legal representation to indigent defendants in federal criminal cases and related matters.
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid parental leave
12 paid federal holidays per year
Optional participation in Federal Employees Health Benefits plans (health, dental and vision)
Federal Employees. Group Life Insurance
Flexible Benefits Program
Long-Term Care Insurance
Health Care Reimbursement (HCRA) and Dependent Care Reimbursement (HCRA)
Public transportation subsidy
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
Optional participation in Thrift Savings Plan (up to 5% employer matched contributions)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program pursuant to the term of the (PSLF)
Qualifications
Strong research and writing abilities
Experience in criminal law, including familiarity with federal sentencing guidelines
Reputation for personal and professional integrity
Demonstrated commitment to indigent criminal defense
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and court personnel
Licensed by and in good standing before the highest court of any state, the District of Columbia, or the Supreme Court of the United States
Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Demands The physical demands of the position are those required to successfully perform the duties described above. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The AFPD will spend most of their time in an office environment consistent with our telework policy. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Travel within the state will be necessary and a valid driver's license is required.
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Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid parental leave
12 paid federal holidays per year
Optional participation in Federal Employees Health Benefits plans (health, dental and vision)
Federal Employees. Group Life Insurance
Flexible Benefits Program
Long-Term Care Insurance
Health Care Reimbursement (HCRA) and Dependent Care Reimbursement (HCRA)
Public transportation subsidy
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
Optional participation in Thrift Savings Plan (up to 5% employer matched contributions)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program pursuant to the term of the (PSLF)
Qualifications
Strong research and writing abilities
Experience in criminal law, including familiarity with federal sentencing guidelines
Reputation for personal and professional integrity
Demonstrated commitment to indigent criminal defense
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and court personnel
Licensed by and in good standing before the highest court of any state, the District of Columbia, or the Supreme Court of the United States
Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Demands The physical demands of the position are those required to successfully perform the duties described above. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The AFPD will spend most of their time in an office environment consistent with our telework policy. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Travel within the state will be necessary and a valid driver's license is required.
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