Qureos Mentor

Ingham County Michigan

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>Under the direction of the Chief Public Defender, serves as attorney for indigent clients throughout the courts in Ingham County. Performs legal research using electronic and on line tools. Represents clients as assigned. Advocates in the best interest for clients.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Provides legal representation to the clients assigned by the Office of the Public Defender as determined by the Chief Public Defender or his designate.</li><li>
Promptly meets with clients to understand goals and expectations. Maintains appropriate client contact throughout the entire process.</li><li>
Is familiar with all Michigan Indigent Defense Commission standards and the best practices that implement them.</li><li>
Analyzes charging instrument and discovery as furnished by the prosecutor/prosecuting official.</li><li>
Along with other team members within the Office of the Public Defender, conducts or directs investigations and arranges for follow up as necessary.</li><li>
Able to handle all aspects of the client&rsquo;s matter through negotiation, plea or trial.</li><li>
Maintains relevance on current developments in criminal law, procedure, evidence and other areas of the law necessary to be effective in advocacy.</li><li>
Ensures that files being handled are kept current through notes in the case management system so other members of the Office of the Public Defender can determine the case status if necessary.</li><li>
Must complete 12 hours of approved continuing legal education each calendar year.</li><li>
Is respectful of the widely divergent backgrounds and special requirements of the clientele the office represents.</li><li>
Is passionate about advocating for the needs and interests of the client.</li></ul><div><b>
Other Functions:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Performs other duties as assigned.</div></li><li><div>
More experienced attorneys will play a role in mentorship and consultation with the less experienced attorneys to help in their professional development.</div></li><li><div>
Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA, attorney client confidence professional rules and other privacy issues.</div></li></ul><div><i>
(An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. The examples </i><i>do not</i><i> include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Employment Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Education:</b><b> </b>Must be a graduate from an accredited law school and a member in good standing of the Michigan Bar Association.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Experience:</b><b> </b>This position is open to all levels of experience. Salary will be based on experience with an emphasis on experience in criminal cases.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Other Requirements:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Must be able to work in highly stressful situations.</div></li><li><div>
Must possess and demonstrate empathy for people who are also undergoing highly stressful situations.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.</b></div><div><i><br>
(The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications </i><i>should not</i><i> be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as </i><i>general guidelines</i><i> that should be considered along with other job related selection or promotional criteria.)</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements and Working Conditions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Working Conditions:</b></div><ul><li>
 This position works in an indoor environment. There is not planned exposure to prominent lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions.</li><li>
This position is exposed to individuals in crisis. These individuals may suffer from mental or emotional illness, have violent tendencies or be unconcerned with their personal safety and hygiene.</li><li>
This position is required to travel for meetings and appointments. A valid driver&rsquo;s license and full time access to transportation for this purpose is required. Some appointments may be held at personal residences where levels of cleanliness and safety vary.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Physical Requirements:</b></div><ul><li><div>
This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, endure repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, or fingers.</div></li><li><div>
The physical requirements of the position involve periodic stamina in climbing, balancing, twisting, bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, handling and pinching.</div></li><li><div>
The physical requirements of the position require regular stamina in standing, walking, traversing, lifting, carrying, reaching and grasping.</div></li><li><div>
The physical requirements of the position require continuous stamina in sitting, typing, and enduring repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.</div></li><li><div>
This position performs medium work requiring the ability to exert between 20-50 pounds of force in the physical requirements above.</div></li><li><div>
This position primarily requires close visual acuity to perform tasks such as viewing a computer screen, using measurement devices, close inspection of objects that may become evidence, etc.</div></li><li><div>
This position requires the ability to communicate and respond to inquiries in person, by phone and via e-mail.</div></li><li><div>
This position involves extensive use of computer, the ability to enter and retrieve data accurately and proficiency in learning computer programs.</div></li></ul><div><i>
(This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include but are not limited to, the requirements listed above. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements.)</i></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
 Teamster Public Defender</i></b></div><div><b><i>
 Public Defender</i></b></div><div><b><i>
 September 2022</i></b></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Assistant Public Defender

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>Under the supervision of the Chief Public Defender, reviews, analyzes and provides feedback for cases relating to criminal proceedings. Locates and interviews individuals, serves subpoenas, and assists in developing supportive legal documents. Conducts investigations, aids in trial preparation and collects evidence.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Conducts investigations by reviewing and examining all forms of discovery. Analyzes, documents, and provides feedback of discovery including identifying areas of insufficient police procedure by applying a strong criminal legal understanding. Investigations include, but are not limited to, visiting crime scenes, interviewing witnesses, locating experts, collecting records and other pertinent evidence. Required to take photos, create drawings or models, and to preserve other evidence or interviews. Locates witnesses and other parties of interest. Performs a variety of functions relating to case management and the compiling of evidence.</li><li>
Reviews and analyzes legal and technical documents relating to cases including, but not limited to, transcripts, depositions, motions, Center for Forensic Psychiatry evaluations, and Michigan State Police laboratory reports.</li><li>
Participates in client meetings, with or without attorneys, to assist with the client relationship. Promotes office/client relationship, collects information and materials and helps build rapport. Meets with client&rsquo;s family as liaison, providing support as needed.</li><li>
Assists attorneys with case development and trial preparation by providing input to defense strategy, explaining the dynamics of the investigations.</li><li>
Prepares and submits detailed written reports, outlines and timelines. Gives recommendations resulting from investigative findings based on police procedure knowledge and witness statements.</li><li>
Works autonomously, developing daily schedule to stay abreast of deadlines, meetings, appointments and court dates. Makes independent decisions on direction of investigations based on knowledge of criminal law. Maintains a close working relationship with other professionals including prosecutors, law enforcement, and experts. Provides advice in technical aspects of police procedures.</li><li>
Serves subpoenas and coordinates the attendance of witnesses at court appearances.</li><li>
Testifies in court as required regarding the content of investigative reports.</li><li>
Provides insight regarding office security, and is assigned special duties in emergent situations.</li><li>
Handles special projects and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div><b>
Other Functions:</b></div><ul><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li><li>
Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.</li></ul><div><i>
(An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. These examples </i><i>do</i><i> </i><i>not</i><i> include </i><i>all</i><i> of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Employment Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Education/Experience: </b>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Criminal Justice and two years of experience in law enforcement or government investigations or a related area of study</div><div></div><div><br>
or</div><div></div><div><br>
A High school diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in law enforcement or government investigations.</div><div></div><div><br>
Individual qualifications of the applicant will be considered.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Other Requirements:</b></div><ul><li>
Must have and maintain a valid State of Michigan driver&rsquo;s license.</li><li>
Uses personal vehicle to perform tasks outside the office.</li></ul><div><b>
Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.</b></div><div><i><br>
(The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications </i><i>should</i><i> </i><i>not</i><i> be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as </i><i>general</i><i> </i><i>guidelines</i><i> that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.)</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements and Working Conditions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Working Conditions:</b></div><ul><li>
This position works in both an indoor and outdoor environment. While indoors, there is no planned exposure to notable lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions. While outdoors, exposure to lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions cannot be controlled and may be extreme.</li><li>
This position is exposed to individuals in crisis. These individuals may suffer from mental or emotional illness, have violent tendencies or be unconcerned with their personal safety and hygiene.</li><li>
This position is required to travel for meetings and appointments. Some appointments may be held at personal residences where levels of cleanliness and safety vary.</li></ul><div><b>
Physical Requirements:</b></div><ul><li>
This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, endure repetitive movements of the wrists, hands or fingers.</li><li>
This position&rsquo;s physical requirements require periodic stamina in balancing, twisting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, handling and pinching.</li><li>
This position&rsquo;s physical requirements require regular stamina in standing, walking, traversing, climbing, bending, stooping/crouching, squatting, lifting, carrying, reaching, and grasping.</li><li>
This position performs medium work requiring the ability to exert between 20-50 pounds of force in the physical requirements above.</li><li>
This position primarily requires far visual acuity to perform tasks significantly beyond arm&rsquo;s reach such as making general observations about buildings, people or situations, etc.</li><li>
This position requires the ability to communicate and respond to inquiries both in person and over the phone.</li><li>
This position requires the ability to operate a PC/laptop and to enter &amp; retrieve information from a computer.</li><li>
This position requires the ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress.</li></ul><p><i>
(This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the requirements listed above. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements.</i></p><p><b><i>
ICEA Pro 08</i></b></p><p><b><i>
April 2023</i></b></p></div></div></div><p></p>

Investigator - Office of Public Defenders

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Assistant Public Defender

Investigator - Office of Public Defenders