Job’o’th’Week (Entry-Level & Experienced Edition)

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The Organization

The DC Criminal Code Reform Commission (CCRC) is an independent agency in the District of Columbia government that began operation October 1, 2016. The agency’s mission is to develop comprehensive recommendations for the D.C. Council and Mayor on revision of District criminal statutes.

The Position

The D.C. Criminal Code Reform Commission is hiring!  We are seeking amazing early or mid-career candidates who can start this August.  Our code reform work is focused on developing recommendations for changes to the District’s substantive criminal laws.  The work requires a mix of legal research, policy, and legislative drafting skills.  We welcome all applicants whose abilities and work experience indicate they will be able to come up to speed quickly.  While not a term-limited position, a candidate should be aware that our agency is currently funded on a year-to-year basis and this position may not be funded past September 30, 2020.  Nonetheless, the timing and duration of this position may work well for persons coming off clerkships and looking for a foothold in D.C..   side within the region. 

This position provides a full range of legal services to indigent defendants in the assigned courts. Primary responsibility to handle the misdemeanor case load and some felonies. Additional responsibilities will be assisting in felony trial preparation and trials and consulting with felony complainants and witnesses.

See the full post on PSJD: https://www.psjd.org/opportunitydetails?OppID=92561