Clark County
Job Title: Chief Deputy Public Defender
The Clark County Special Public Defender's Office is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief Deputy Public Defender. This attorney will work in a collaborative team environment, providing zealous legal representation to individuals charged with category A felonies such as capital murder, murder, and sexual assault. The role may include serving as Team Chief, supervising attorneys and support staff. This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary based on application review times. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants for the selection process. Some positions may be confidential and excluded from union membership. Some positions may be non-union and also excluded from union membership. Note:
A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications without a resume will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Qualifications:
Possession of a Nevada Bar admission certificate and eligibility to practice law in Nevada, with either: Eight (8) years of professional legal experience, including four (4) years as a practicing attorney, OR Five (5) years as a Deputy Public Defender in Clark County's Public Defender or Special Public Defender's Offices. All education and experience must be clearly documented in the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write 'see attached resume.' All information must be in your own words and not copied from external sources. Other Requirements: Successful completion of a background investigation is required; periodic checks may occur during employment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Clark County does not sponsor H1B visas. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test. Job Responsibilities: Supervise and review case preparation for hearings and trials, ensuring quality legal services. Supervise and train attorneys; assign cases; evaluate staff performance. Provide legal advice in areas of expertise; oversee cases and team members. Handle complex cases, including family defense, felony, capital murder, juvenile, and dependency cases, often high-profile or sensitive. Negotiate case dispositions; conduct legal research; interpret laws and court decisions. Draft legal documents, correspondence, and reports. Contribute to team efficiency; maintain accurate records; use standard office equipment. May require driving to off-site locations for legal proceedings or meetings. Physical and sensory requirements include mobility in an office setting, visual and auditory acuity, and speech clarity. Accommodations are available for qualified individuals upon request.
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The Clark County Special Public Defender's Office is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief Deputy Public Defender. This attorney will work in a collaborative team environment, providing zealous legal representation to individuals charged with category A felonies such as capital murder, murder, and sexual assault. The role may include serving as Team Chief, supervising attorneys and support staff. This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary based on application review times. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants for the selection process. Some positions may be confidential and excluded from union membership. Some positions may be non-union and also excluded from union membership. Note:
A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications without a resume will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Qualifications:
Possession of a Nevada Bar admission certificate and eligibility to practice law in Nevada, with either: Eight (8) years of professional legal experience, including four (4) years as a practicing attorney, OR Five (5) years as a Deputy Public Defender in Clark County's Public Defender or Special Public Defender's Offices. All education and experience must be clearly documented in the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write 'see attached resume.' All information must be in your own words and not copied from external sources. Other Requirements: Successful completion of a background investigation is required; periodic checks may occur during employment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Clark County does not sponsor H1B visas. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test. Job Responsibilities: Supervise and review case preparation for hearings and trials, ensuring quality legal services. Supervise and train attorneys; assign cases; evaluate staff performance. Provide legal advice in areas of expertise; oversee cases and team members. Handle complex cases, including family defense, felony, capital murder, juvenile, and dependency cases, often high-profile or sensitive. Negotiate case dispositions; conduct legal research; interpret laws and court decisions. Draft legal documents, correspondence, and reports. Contribute to team efficiency; maintain accurate records; use standard office equipment. May require driving to off-site locations for legal proceedings or meetings. Physical and sensory requirements include mobility in an office setting, visual and auditory acuity, and speech clarity. Accommodations are available for qualified individuals upon request.
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