The Oklahoma Indigent Defense System (OIDS) is the statewide public defender agency which provides legal representation to indigent clients throughout the State of Oklahoma, with the exception of Oklahoma and Tulsa counties.
OIDS is currently seeking a full-time _*Deputy Division Chief*_ in our Non-Capital Trial Division, Poteau office.
*Basic Purpose*
Deputy Division Chief is responsible for Management, Administrative and Supervisory duties of the satellite office.
This may include representation of indigent individuals in state court at the trial level in felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, traffic and wildlife cases; also responsible for providing clients with competent legal advice and zealous advocacy at every phase of the criminal trial process.
*Level Descriptor*
Positions will be filled at Levels I - III, depending on candidate experience.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and agency salary schedule.
*Education and Experience*
Applicants must possess a Juris Doctorate degree, active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Oklahoma.
* Level I: 5+ years of legal experience, plus < 3 years relevant management experience.
* Level II: 5+ years of legal experience, plus 3+ years relevant management experience.
* Level III: 5+ years of legal experience, plus 5+ years relevant management experience.
*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
* Wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
* 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 the first year for full time employees (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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* *Current State of Oklahoma Employees:* Must apply for open positions through their Workday account: https://www.
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After logging into Workday, go to Menu > Careers > Find Jobs – Internal State of Oklahoma.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $85,000.
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
Ability to Relocate:
* Poteau, OK: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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