The Oklahoma Indigent Defense System (OIDS) is a state agency responsible for implementing the Indigent Defense Act by providing trial, appellate and post-conviction criminal defense services to persons who have been judicially determined to be entitled to legal counsel.
OIDS is currently seeking full-time _Defense Counsel _in our Non-Capital Trial Division, Cleveland County office.
*Basic Purpose*
Defense Counsel represent indigent individuals in state court at the trial level in felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, traffic and wildlife cases; Counsel is also responsible for providing clients with competent legal advice and zealous advocacy at every phase of the criminal trial process.
*Level Descriptor*
Positions may be filled at Levels I - VII, depending on candidate experience.
Salary for this position starts at $66,900; commensurate with qualifications and agency salary schedule.
*Education and Experience*
Applicants should possess a Juris Doctorate degree, active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Oklahoma, or eligibility for admission.
Or applicants should be scheduled to take the Oklahoma Bar Exam.
*Benefit Highlights*
The Oklahoma Indigent Defense System provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.
Benefits Include:
* Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
* Life/Supplemental Life/Dependent Life/Disability insurance plans
* Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
* Employee assistance program and health/fitness programs
* 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave (amounts increase with years of service)
* 11 paid holidays
* Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
* Longevity Bonus for years of service
*Method of Application*
_Interested applicants are encouraged to provide letter of interest and resume with their online application.
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* *All Sources: *Applicants without previous state service, with previous state service but not currently employed by a state agency, OR currently in trial period status, must apply through the Workday online External Listings applicant system (State of Oklahoma Careers – https://okgov.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $66,900.
00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
* Norman, OK: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person