The City of Olympia is accepting applications for one contract public defender to represent indigent defendants in the Olympia Municipal Court. The position is a 127 case credit max  position with an opportunity to carry a misdemeanor/gross misdemeanor caseload. A reduced caseload will be considered upon request. Applicants must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association with a minimum of one year of criminal defense experience. Experience handling public defense cases is preferred. Contract period for this position is from date of hire through December 31st, 2024, with a possible option to renew.

Public defender must be able to meet caseload standards and quarterly certification. Public defenders work closely with the Public Defense Coordinator. Caseload tracking and reporting to the city is required.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and 3 references to dwhaley@ci.olympia.wa.us. If a reduced caseload is desired, please indicate so in your cover letter. Only emailed applications will be accepted.

This position is open until filled.

Salary: $44,450 for 127 case credits. Reduced case credits are available upon request

For questions email Diane Whaley, Public Defense Coordinator, at dwhaley@ci.olympia.wa.us