Federal Public Defender
What you'd do
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 Missouri headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. The incumbent Federal Public Defender will retire on December 31, 2026. The term of appointment is four years; annual salary will be equal to the salary of the U.S. Attorney for the district, currently $197,200.
Major duties
The Federal Public Defender provides federal criminal defense services to individuals unable to afford counsel.
What you need to qualify
An applicant must: be admitted to practice before the highest court of at least one state; be a member in good standing of every other state bar of which he/she is a member; have a minimum of five years criminal practice experience, preferably with significant criminal trial experience; have administrative expertise; have a reputation for integrity; and have a commitment to the representation of those unable to afford counsel.
Before you apply
Federal applications are different: your resume should be 3–5 pages and mirror the language of this announcement. Read our federal resume guide first — it's the #1 reason qualified people get screened out.
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