Job Details for Assistant Federal Public Defender - Trial
| Court Name/Organization | Arizona Federal Public Defender |
| Overview of the Position | The Federal Public Defender is accepting applications for an assistant federal public defender to be stationed in Flagstaff. The federal defender organization operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the court. Staffed offices operate in Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, and Flagstaff. |
| Location | Flagstaff, AZ |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 05/18/2026 - 06/12/2026 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | AD 21 - AD 29 |
| Salary | $73,939 - $197,100 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://azfd.acquiretm.com/home.aspx |
| Announcement Number | 26-27 |
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Qualifications
An assistant federal public defender must be: (1) a graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state; (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court by the time of entrance on duty; and (4) two years of experience in criminal trial work. Applicants must have a commitment to criminal defense. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation including an FBI name/fingerprint check and an IRS tax check.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.