State Public Defender Director

QUALIFICATIONS:  The Director must be an attorney licensed to practice law in the state of Missouri or have the qualifications to become a member of the Missouri Bar.  Individual must have substantial experience in criminal defense; be dedicated to the goals of providing and improving the quality of legal representation; possess leadership experience within a large, diverse organization staffed with professionals; have strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills; have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, judiciary, Commission members, employees, media, and the general public; have the ability to interpret, evaluate, and apply laws and policies relating to MSPD and to adapt existing programs to meet new and changing requirements; and possess the highest degree of integrity.  The Director must devote full-time to the duties of the office and may not otherwise engage in the practice of law.