Top 16 Assistant public defender Jobs in Kansas

Assistant Public Defender
State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd —Wyandotte County, KS
- $62,500 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant Federal Public Defender
Kansas Federal Public Defender —Wichita, KS
- $145,000 - $197,100 a year
- Email
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Lead Assistant Public Defender
State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd —Sedgwick County, KS
- $73,225 - $113,006 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant Capital Defender
State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd —Wyandotte County, KS
- $63,125 - $72,775 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Assistant Public Defender
State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd —Johnson County, KS
- $70,000 - $79,814 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Assistant Capital Defender
State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd —Wyandotte County, KS
- $70,000 - $99,425 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chief Capital Appellate Defender
State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd —Shawnee County, KS
- $95,000.00 - $146,908.12 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Kansas Federal Public Defender —Wichita, KS
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Assistant Public Defender

State of Kansas - Indigents Defense Svcs St Bd -
Wyandotte County, KS

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Job Details

Full-time
$62,500 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Bereavement leave

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Confidential information handling
Phone communication
Caseload management
Professional ethics
Writing skills
Client rapport building
E-filing platforms
Schedule management
Driver's License
Legal case management
Bar
E-filing court documents

Full Job Description

Kansas State Board of Indigents’ Defense Services (SBIDS)

Our mission is to fulfill the constitutional promise of a zealous defense by providing our clients with team-based advocacy that champions their human dignity and achieves just outcomes on their behalf.

SBIDS Current Job Openings

About the Position:

Who can apply: Anyone
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full/Part-time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans’ Preference Eligible: No

Compensation:

Annual Salary: $62,500.00

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

The Public Defender I is for entry-level, developing attorneys. Attorneys at this level perform legal work under the mentorship of more experienced attorneys within the office and are supervised by the Chief Public Defender or designated Deputy Defender.

We are looking for dynamic, client-centered advocates who are passionate about the importance of public defense and are interested in aiding our efforts to fundamentally rebuild our system and transform our offices into models of collaborative public defense practice.

Job Responsibilities:

Public Defender I represent adults charged with criminal felonies in their local district court jurisdiction, who are deemed indigent and unable to afford to hire an attorney. Attorneys in this position are expected to develop fundamental trial skills in their practice, and become proficient in managing all aspects of their caseload.

Qualifications:

Education

Must be a graduate from an ABA accredited law school
Licensed attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas at the time of employment
Candidates who anticipate taking the bar exam in 2026 will be considered

Licensing & Certification

Maintain licensure as an active attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas
Must have a valid driver’s license

Minimum Qualifications

Must have exceptional communication skills.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form.
Must have the ability to use all necessary electronic devices including computers, e-filing systems, as well as case management systems.
Must have the ability to coordinate with supporting personnel to provide client-centered, holistic representation.
Must have appropriate time management skills and organizational skills and demonstrate proficiency of avoiding unnecessary delays in client’s cases through appropriate preparation and planning.
Must be able to process, organize and manage complex litigation.
Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
Must be able to handle frequent interruptions and multiple calls and inquiries.
Must be able to effectively interact with clients, co-workers and other colleagues in a respectful and appropriate manner.
Must be academically curious about criminal law and procedure.
Must be able to treat every client, witness and colleague with dignity and respect without exception.
Must demonstrate an on-going commitment to a client-centered practice.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
Must have a keenly developed and uncompromising set of personal and professional ethics.
Occasional travel to other work locations including courts and jail.

Recruiter Contact Information:

Name: Shawn Keeling
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785-296-6631
Mailing Address: 700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 500 Topeka, KS 66603

Job Application Process

Cover letter
Resume
Writing sample
List of three professional references
If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, please also include your DD214

Ensure you upload all required documents during the application process.

If you have any further questions please contact:

Shawn Keeling

Human Resources Professional, Administration Office

State Board of Indigents’ Defense Services

Application deadline: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, open until filled.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Search for a Job – Instructions”

Required documents for this application to be complete:

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .

A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's tax account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws.

If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785) 296-3199 or by email at [email protected]

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

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