Appellate Program Manager
Office of Public Defense
Olympia, WA
Closing Date:
March 5, 2013
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Washington State
Office of Public Defense
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Exempt Recruitment
APPELLATE PROGRAM MANAGER
Washington State Office of Public Defense
Olympia, Washington
January 28, 2013 - Opened until filled
Agency Profile
The Washington State Office of Public Defense (OPD) is an independent judicial branch agency whose legislative mandate is to implement the constitutional and statutory guarantees of counsel. OPD manages Washington’s indigent appeal services, the Parents Representation Program, the RCW 10.101 trial indigent defense services, and RCW 71.09 Civil Commitment program.
The Appellate Manager oversees OPD’s selection and process for appellate contract attorneys, carries out ongoing contract monitoring, and administers periodic evaluations of contract attorneys’ performance. This position is responsible for overseeing payment systems for attorneys, court reporters and court clerks, and for organizing CLEs for appellate attorneys. The Appellate Manager works effectively with judges and officials at the appellate courts and with contract attorneys, court reporters, and court clerks.
The Appellate Manager is supervised by OPD’s Director, works closely with administrative and fiscal staff and with other attorneys in the agency, and is expected to handle complex research issues in addition to carrying out day-to-day management of the appellate program.
Qualified applicants will have a J.D., excellent research and writing skills, familiarity with the rules of Appellate Procedure and appellate practice, and administrative or governmental experience. Travel throughout the state of Washington is required, and if necessary, a willingness to relocate to the job location in Olympia, Washington.
Depending on the applicant’s qualifications and OPD’s needs, this position may be filled on a part-time or full-time basis. The State of Washington offers a strong benefits package.
Annual Salary Range (for a full-time position; pro-rated if the position is part-time): $72,000 to $92,000, DOQ.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following materials:
A. Letter of Interest
B. State Application (contact OPD for a copy)
C. Current resume
D. Three professional references with current telephone numbers
Send completed application materials by U.S. mail or by email (preferred) to:
Candace Martin
Office of Public Defense
711 Capitol Way South, Suite 106
PO Box 40957
Olympia, WA 98504-0957
Voice: (360) 586-3164, ext. 100
Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as the review process will be ongoing and the position is open until filled. All candidates will be notified after the final selection has been made.
The Washington State Office of Public Defense vigorously pursues diversity in the work force. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons over 40 years of age, persons of disability, and disabled and honorably discharged veterans are encouraged to apply.
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