Colorado’s Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) maintains a reputation as one of the top organizations in the nation specializing in the delivery of indigent criminal defense. We operate as an independent agency within the Judicial Branch of Colorado State Government with nearly 1,000 dedicated employees assigned to twenty-one Regional Trial Offices, a centralized Appellate Division, and a centralized Administrative Office. The mission of OSPD is to defend and protect the rights, liberties and dignity of those accused of crimes who cannot afford to retain counsel. We do so by providing constitutionally and statutorily mandated representation that is effective, zealous, inspired and compassionate.
We seek to hire professionals who are dedicated to furthering our mission and demonstrate compassion in their service to our clients. We are a fast paced, team-oriented environment, where self-motivation and a personal commitment to high performance are important attributes for success.
How to Apply:
Please e-mail your résumé and cover letter outlining your interest in this position and how you meet the qualifications to Amy Torres at [email protected]
The deadline for applying is 11:59 p.m. on April 16, 2025.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot personally respond to each submission. We will notify you by phone and/or e-mail if you are selected for an interview.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR OSPD:
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We are recruiting to fill one Supervising Paralegal positions for our Colorado Springs location . This classification describes the first-line supervisor responsible for overseeing the work of a group, unit or team of non-supervisory employees within the legal assistance/paralegal function of the office. Supervisory responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assigning work; performance management; modifying and authorizing work procedures; and, resolution of personnel matters under the direction of the Managing Paralegal or Office Head. Positions have demonstrated an advanced level of skill and experience across a broad variety of assignments involving work of the highest complexity. Positions perform a wide range of job assignments using independent judgement in accordance with established policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Positions require effective interpersonal and communications skills (e.g. providing direction and feedback, constructively dealing with conflict), as well as problem-solving. Within the assigned scope of responsibility, positions are able to formulate solutions to original problems to guide less experienced staff in handling a broad spectrum of cases or work assignments. Positions assume administrative responsibilities; mentor staff through coaching, developing and training in-house or agency wide; represent the office and agency to clients and external groups as appropriate; and, support and implement the directives of upper management. Positions perform paralegal work, frequently in an advanced capacity; however, may be assigned a reduced caseload as deemed necessary by the Office Head. This classification is not progressive; positions are allocated based on the business needs as determined by the State Public Defender.
Positions in this class may be assigned to provide paralegal support and assistance in one or more of the following areas: juvenile, misdemeanor or felony trial cases; appellate cases; or, homicide. Depending on the assignment, specific tasks and duties may vary.
Positions in this class serve as part of the defense team, and as such, are bound by the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct including rules regarding client confidentiality.
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NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Office of the Colorado State Public Defender provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Consistent with this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including the application and selection process. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact Ashley Caudle at [email protected]
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