Federal Public Defender (Western District of Arkansas)

Court Name/Organization: Arkansas Western Federal Public Defender Overview of the Position: The Federal Public Defender provides federal criminal defense services to individuals unable to afford counsel. Location: Fayetteville, AR Opening and Closing Dates: 06/11/2024 - 07/19/2024 Appointment Type: Permanent Salary: $191,900 - $191,900 Link to Court Careers Information: https://www.arwd.uscourts.gov/news/position-vacancy-announcement-federal-public-defender

Position Description

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit is accepting applications [under authority of 18 U.S.C. 3006A(g)(2)(A)] from all qualified persons for the position of Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Arkansas headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The incumbent Federal Public Defender will retire on Jan. 31, 2025. The term of appointment is four years; annual salary will be equal to the salary of the U.S. Attorney for the district, currently $191,900.

Qualification

An applicant must: (1) be admitted to practice before the highest court of at least one state; (2) be a member in good standing of every other state bar of which he/she is a member; (3) have a minimum of five years criminal practice experience, preferably with significant criminal trial experience; (4) have administrative expertise; (5) have a reputation for integrity; and (6) have a commitment to the representation of those unable to afford counsel. Federal Public Defenders may not engage in the private practice of law and are subject to judiciary financial disclosure requirements. A background investigation is required.

How To Apply

Application forms may be obtained from the Clerk of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas at www.arwd.uscourts.gov, or the Circuit Executive's Office in St. Louis, Missouri by e-mail at CE8employment1@ca8.uscourts.gov (link sends e-mail)or by phone 314-244-2600. Applications should be submitted only by the applicant personally and should indicate the applicant's willingness to serve if selected.

Applications should be submitted to Mrs. Millie B. Adams, Circuit Executive, 111 South 10th Street, Suite 26.325, St. Louis, Missouri 63102-1116, and must be received by Friday, July 19, 2024.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.