Vacancies

Vacancies

Join a team of dynamic professionals who are proud to be collectively called Public Defenders. Missouri State Public Defender offers opportunities to support individuals accused of crime through various roles that include: clerical and legal support positions, information technology, investigation, operations, mitigation and social work, as well as attorney representation. The Public Defender system relies on numerous collaborations to ensure its effectiveness. Be a part of a team that makes a difference in the criminal justice system. Find job openings today with Missouri State Public Defender at mocareers.mo.gov.


Out-of-state applicants: If you are licensed in another state, you may be eligible for a temporary Missouri license. If eligible, you can apply for current MSPD attorney vacancies. If you’ve taken the UBE in a jurisdiction outside of Missouri and wish to transfer your score, you may also be eligible to do so. Learn more about temporary Missouri licenses and UBE score transferring here.

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