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Twin Falls County
In-House Conflict Public Defender
SALARY \$72,800.00 - \$87,131.00 Annually LOCATION Twin Falls County, ID
JOB TYPE Full-time JOB NUMBER 202300059
DEPARTMENT Commissioners OPENING DATE 08/17/2023
CLOSING DATE Continuous
Position Information
APPLY ONLINE AThttps://twinfallscounty.org/
This is an experienced attorney position responsible for the defense of indigent individuals charged with crimes when there
is a conflict in representation with the Twin Falls County Public Defenders office. Assignments may be made to defend
specific types of cases such as narcotics, DUI, property crimes, domestic violence, juvenile crime, or other crimes. Duties
include reviewing facts and circumstances of assigned cases to determine appropriate action; attending first appearances
and ongoing court proceedings; negotiating resolutions, meeting with accused, family of accused and potential witnesses,
attending pretrial conferences, preparing briefs, reviewing rules of procedure and evidence, researching case law,
preparing cases for trial, trying cases before judges and juries, preparing and presenting sentencing arguments, handling
appeals, post-conviction cases, probation violations and parole hearings. The work is performed independent of the Public
Defenders office, and the position reports to the Board of County Commissioners. Considerable latitude is granted for the
exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The principal duties of the class are performed in a general office and
courtroom environment. Due to the nature of this position, an employee may receive phone calls after normal working
hours about legal issues that arise.
Duties / Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)
Represents indigent clients in criminal cases including, but not limited to: meeting with clients and potential
witnesses, attending multiple court proceedings, organizing the case file, developing trial strategy, preparing and
arguing briefs and motions, preparing evidence, preparing for jury trial, presenting the defense case to the jury,
preparing and presenting mitigation evidence and arguments for sentencing.
Reviews facts and circumstances of assigned cases;
Negotiates with prosecuting attorneys on resolution of cases where appropriate;
Represents clients at first appearance, preliminary hearings, pretrial conferences, trials, and all hearings related to
probation violation actions.
Determines and makes appropriate legal motions and enters appropriate pleas;
Interviews the accused person, other affected parties and witnesses;
Directs staff in the preparation of pleadings, forms, orders, motions, legal memorandums and other paperwork;
Prepares mental, medical and other defenses for jury trials;
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Performs complex legal research; oversees the work of assigned staff regarding work on assigned cases;
Consults with experts for preparation of reports and for services during jury trials;
Prepares briefs, motions, subpoenas, appeals and other legal documents in preparation for court hearings;
Represents clients in alternative courts;
Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;
Responds to Commissioners\', County employees\' and citizens\' questions and comments where appropriate in a
courteous and timely manner;
Communicates and coordinates professional ly with co-workers to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of
operations and activities.
Maintains strict confidentiality in all cases;
Interacts with clients, witnesses and others effectively and professionally;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and safety practices.
Attends training to comply with continuing legal education requirements of the Idaho State Bar;
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual
to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.
Knowledge of:
Constitutional law, criminal law, criminal procedures, rules of evidence and professional ethics;
Legal, court, and judicial procedures, rules, terminolo
