Qualified candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to and comfort with working with diverse communities, and commitment to criminal defense, civil rights, and/or social justice.
An ideal candidate needs the ability to develop full knowledge of and interpret CJA Guidelines and federal travel regulations, the Guide to Judiciary Policy, Circuit and District CJA policies and procedures, and local court rules.
Candidates must have a positive work ethic, a reputation for personal and professional integrity, ability to always maintain confidentiality, and an ability to work well with the CJA Resource Counsel, the CJA Panel, the Federal Defender, and the Court.
Fluency in word processing, spreadsheet, and basic database programs, including Word, Excel, and Adobe is a must, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to multi-task, maintain orderly flows of information, and prioritize tasks.
The successful candidate will have a strong sense of initiative, demonstrated through skills such as proactive problem-solving, being a self-starter, and taking ownership of projects.
The ideal candidate is resourceful, adaptable, and continuously seeks opportunities for improvement while effectively communicating and driving results.
