0000003283.ATTORNEY VI(MANAGING ATTORNEY).PUBLIC DEFENDER

Directs and manages the operations of an organizational section of the Public Defenders Office or co-directs the operation of a division under the direction of a higher level attorney or performs duties associated with high level and/or high profile cases (ex: Capital Murder) by providing all defense counsel services and serving as first or second-chair defense attorney at trial. Manages, evaluates, and trains public defenders and staff. Oversees operations including case assignments, docket call, and plea bargains or settlement negotiations. Performs case evaluation, preparation, and management. Represents the client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials. Ensures effective communication with judges, prosecuting attorneys, court personnel, family members, witnesses, the general public, the media, and other interested parties.