Deputy Director
About The Position
Are you a passionate leader who is driven to serve the indigent population and make a difference in the community? We are seeking a dedicated, motivated, and solution-driven Deputy Director. As Deputy Director, you will play a vital role in providing significant input, support, and guidance to the Director. You will also work in conjunction with the Director to utilize your extensive legal background to provide leadership, management, and direction across all units of our team. About Us With over 470 employees, the Office of the Public Defender is the largest of the five indigent defense offices in Maricopa County. We are also one of the largest public defender offices in the country. Our office provides innovative, client-centered legal representation in the full range of criminal matters to clients unable to afford legal counsel. Our attorneys and staff are dedicated to treating our clients with respect and dignity as we defend their constitutional rights in a court of law. This is a fast-paced department with an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve. Proud To Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
Requirements
- Eight years of experience practicing as an attorney, of which four must be in government indigent representation
- Four years of supervisory or management experience
- Licensed to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of application
- Doctor of Jurisprudence or Doctor of Law degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school
- Successful candidates must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred candidates will have experience in the management process and policy-making functions of a law office.
Responsibilities
- Assists the Director with the coordination and supervision of legal services and support provided by the attorneys and staff at the office
- Works with the Director and department managers/supervisors in planning, organizing, coordinating, and implementing programs affecting assigned areas of responsibility
- Acts as Director in the absence of the Director and exercises discretion in authorizing designated documents and/or legal pleadings
- Meets and confers with the public, Public Defense Services, other County departments, the Courts, and Federal, State, local, and intergovernmental agencies regarding plans and priorities for existing and planned programs
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality, seamless customer service
Benefits
- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
- Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
