CLIENT ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST

The Montgomery County Public Defender Office is now accepting applications for the position of Client Engagement Specialist. Our office is made up of attorneys, social workers, investigators, client engagement staff, administrative assistants, and a paralegal. We handle every aspect of indigent criminal defense across juvenile, misdemeanor, felony, and appellate divisions. Our office is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally diverse staff with expertise and interest in serving our indigent clientele who come to us with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities to yield better results for our clients and our office. The ideal candidate for this position should have a demonstrated dedication to indigent defense, have excellent oral and written communication oral skills, the ability to work independently and within a team setting, and have strong organization and problem-solving skills. This is a full-time position. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Appearing in courts around Montgomery County to screen and qualify clients for Public Defender services; Appearing in jail to screen and qualify clients for Public Defender services; Covering court and jail appearances when co-workers are out of the office; Staffing the reception area in the office, which includes answering phones and managing client walk-ins; Ensure assigned paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner; Coordinate as needed with client supports, community resources, treatment providers, and court staff to facilitate client success; Perform all other assignments as assigned by the Public Defender. High School Diploma or equivalent is required. A highly qualified candidate will have knowledge of the criminal justice system or prior experience working in a court setting. A valid driver’s license, daily access to a vehicle, and the ability to drive during the course of daily employment is required. You need to have a strong attendance record and work ethic. The work environments will primarily be within the Law Office of the Public Defender, the Montgomery County Jail, and courts throughout Montgomery County. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Interested candidates need to submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references via NeoGov by Friday, July 10, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr