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Jobs at Kalamazoo Defender
Kalamazoo Defender’s mission is rooted in the belief that systemic barriers and various forms of discrimination put our clients on inequitable footing in the criminal justice system. Our job is to be their zealous defender in the face of these systemic barriers, upholding the letter and spirit of the U.S. Constitution’s Sixth Amendment, whatever the particulars of a given case.
Our leadership is dedicated to recruiting and training exemplary staff who share our values, our vision, and our mission. Our hiring model excels in structure, maturation of talent, attention to detail, and zealous representation.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a visionary and mission-driven Executive Director to lead a nationally recognized nonprofit public defender organization dedicated to advancing justice, dignity, and holistic support for individuals involved in the criminal legal system. Founded in 2019, Kalamazoo Defender serves residents of Kalamazoo County through an innovative model of holistic defense that combines high-quality legal representation with client-centered advocacy, investigation, mitigation, navigation services, and community partnerships. Guided by the belief that people are more than their worst moment, the organization works to address the systemic barriers that frequently contribute to involvement with the legal system while helping clients achieve greater stability and opportunity.
Learn more and apply here: https://www.kittlemansearch.com/opportunities/executive-director-kalamazoo-defender