Summary SRC is one of several national projects that are part of the Defender Services program. SRC are federal defender employees of the Office of the Federal Defender for the District of Arizona (FDO AZ). Responsibilities SRC formulates sentencing policy with the Defenders Guidelines Committee and the Defenders Legislative Committee, interacts with the Commission and other agencies and organizations, facilitates communication between committees and federal defenders, and provides sentencing litigation support. SRC tracks emerging sentencing issues, circuit splits, and other issues that arise relevant to sentencing, including probation practices, pending legislation, and developments in social science. SRC also provides training assistance related to federal sentencing law, policy, and practice. Requirements Conditions of Employment Applicants must submit to a background security investigation and fingerprinting. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation including an FBI name and fingerprint check. Qualifications You must (1) be a graduate of an accredited law school and have admission and good standing in a state bar; (2) have extensive experience in federal sentencing as well as thorough familiarity with federal sentencing policy; (3) have the ability to draft policy-related comments; (4) have excellent research and writing skills, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently from a remote work site. You must be able to travel, as it is a necessary part of the job. Experience providing legal training, particularly on federal sentencing, is preferred. Education You must be a graduate of an accredited law school. Additional Information SRC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and dignity are central to our work. We hire without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, height, weight, veteran status, military obligations, or marital or parental status. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment in any personnel decisions or employee interactions.