Applicants must: - Currently be a member of good standing of a state bar, or the District of Columbia;
- Possess strong research skills and effective written and oral communication abilities.
A condition of employment is membership of the State Bar of California within one year of the start date. This is a full time position. Salary is based on the Judicial Salary Plan and is commensurate with experience. The position is subject to mandatory electronic fund transfer (direct deposit) for payment of salary. This position is subject to an FBI fingerprint check and background investigation. Employment will be provisional and contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required investigation. Please note that attorneys at the office of the Federal Public Defender may not engage in the private practice of law. THE APPLICATION PROCESS Applications will only be accepted online, and must be submitted through this web portal: https://www.123formbuilder.com/form-4521597/trial-afpd-sf-termed-jan-2019 In addition to the information requested at this application portal, please prepare and upload a .pdf application packet. This packet should include, in a single .pdf file, the following material: - A plain face sheet, containing only your last name, first name, and the name of your employer or your employment status. This information should be centered on the page and should be at least size 40 font;
- A cover letter;
- Your resume;
- A writing sample that demonstrates your own, original work;
- Three references. (References will not be contacted until applicant is advised).
The uploaded .pdf file should be named, “Last name, first name.” (E.g., “Doe, Jane.pdf”) Candidates will be evaluated on their accurate compliance with these application instructions. Applications submitted by fax, mail, or email will not be considered. Employment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including, but not limited to, an FBI fingerprint and name check. Applicants invited to interview will be asked to complete a Judicial Branch Employment form (AO78). Employment will be provisional and contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required background investigation. Interviewing Non-Citizens and Offers of Future Employment: While non-citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions set forth in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B). In most cases, this means that an offer of employment cannot be made unless the candidate is a U.S. Citizen, or is a lawful permanent resident who is seeking U.S. citizenship as described here: http://www.uscourts.gov/careers/search-judiciary-jobs/citizenship-requirements-employment-judiciary Applicants will only be contacted if selected for an interview. The position will remain open until filled by the Federal Public Defender. The Federal Public Defender is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. | 
