The National Coalition for a Civil Right to Counsel (NCCRC) is seeking a legal research specialist to help maintain and expand its repository of legal research resources regarding the 50-state status of the right to counsel in a variety of civil areas, including questions around scope of the right, timing, the rights of various parties and appellate issues. The remote-work position is funded through December 2023 with the possibility of extension. To apply, please submit a cover letter explaining your interest, resume, two legal writing samples and three references to John Pollock with “NCCRC Legal Research Specialist Position” in the subject line. Read more about the position here.

The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a manager of mediation programs and process innovation. This position provides responsible professional legal work, assists in policy development and implementation and serves as a leader on the Access, Innovation, and Community Engagement Division at the AOC. The successful applicant must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee within one year of employment and must have one year of experience in program planning and development or judicial or public administration. To apply, submit an application for employment in PDF, a resume, writing sample and three professional references by email to human.resources@tncourts.gov.  The court system accepts only electronic applicant information saved in PDF format. The AOC has more on the opening.

The Office of the State Architect (OSA) is seeking a director of compliance to support its interactions with the State Building Commission and review various legal documents for compliance with commission policy and procedure. The position also supervises the OSA compliance officer and monitors legislation affecting the office. A law degree and license to practice law in Tennessee is required, as is a minimum of three years employment in a legal, compliance or audit role, preferably in a government, real estate, design or construction. Read the full job description. To apply, submit a resume to Treasury.Resumes@tn.gov.

The federal public defender in the Middle District of Tennessee is seeking two assistant federal public defenders in its Capital Habeas Unit. The individuals will be responsible for representing death-sentenced clients in federal habeas corpus proceedings. Candidates must be admitted to the practice of law and eligible for admission to the federal bar and the Tennessee bar. The ideal candidate will have experience dealing with capital litigation and mentally ill persons. Preference will be given to those who apply by Nov. 22. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, three references and a writing sample to TNM_HR@fd.org. Get full application instructions in this job announcement.

The Knox County Commission is soliciting resumes from anyone interested in an appointment to the seat of Knox County General Sessions Court Judge Geoffrey Emery, who is retiring Dec. 31. The appointee will serve out the remainder of Emery's term, which expires in August 2022. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee, be older than 30 years of age, have lived in Tennessee for at least five years, and have lived in Knox County for at least one year. Resumes should be submitted to the commission by 4 p.m. EST on Nov. 29. For more information, contact commission@knoxcounty.org or 865-215-2534.

The University of Tennessee College of Law is seeking applications for the position of associate director for the Bettye B. Lewis Career Center. This senior level position will handle planning, management, supervision of staff and operation of the career center. A key focus, and significant aspect, of the position is to analyze and evaluate courses of action, including the creation and implementation of strategic decisions and plans. A law degree and four years of experience, or a degree in a relevant field and seven years of experience, is required. See the full job description and application instructions.

The Federal Public Defender for the Middle District of Tennessee is now accepting applications for membership in its Criminal Justice Act Panel. Members of this panel are attorneys in private practice who are appointed to represent individuals accused of violating federal law who cannot afford private counsel. Applicants must: be in good standing with the federal bar of this District and the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals; maintain strong litigation skills and proficiency with federal law procedure; have significant experience in serious criminal litigation and a demonstrated commitment to the defense of people who lack the financial means to hire an attorney; and must maintain a primary, satellite or shared office in the district. Attorneys who lack the experiences stated above may apply to participate in the CJA Fellows mentoring and training program. Applications for either program may be obtained from and returned to Ann Card, Panel Administrator, Office of the Federal Public Defender, 810 Broadway, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203. She may also be reached by email or at 615-695-6904.

The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of the U.S. Trustee is seeking candidates for the panel of trustees that administers Chapter 7 cases in the Western District of Tennessee. Chapter 7 panel trustees receive compensation and reimbursement for expenses, but are not considered federal employees. To apply, submit a resume via email no later than Nov. 30 and state in the subject line whether applying for the Memphis Division, Jackson Division or both. Applicants must possess strong administrative, financial and interpersonal skills. Fiduciary and bankruptcy experience is desirable but not required.

Legal Aid of East Tennessee is seeking full-time staff attorneys for its offices in Chattanooga and Knoxville. In Chattanooga, the attorney will work with the organization’s Eviction Prevention Initiative focusing on housing litigation. In Knoxville, the attorney will handle general litigation with a focus on housing. To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample and three references to Deborah Yeomans-Barton, Human Resources, Legal Aid of East Tennessee, 311 West Walnut St., Johnson City, TN 37604 or by email to dyeomans@laet.org.

The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is accepting applications for 29th Judicial District Circuit Court judge, covering Dyer and Lake counties. Successful applicants will be at least 30 years of age, residents of the state for at least five years and current residents of the 29th Judicial District. Those interested should complete the Trial Court Vacancy Commission Application and submit it to the Administrative Office of the Courts by noon CDT on Oct. 8. A hearing to consider applicants will be held on Nov. 4 at 9 a.m. CDT at a to-be-determined location in the 29th Judicial District.