The MIDC’s Regional Manager team works under the supervision of Senior Regional Manager Melissa Wangler.  The most recent assignments are indicated in this map.  Find out more about all of the MIDC’s staff members here.

The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission will meet on Tuesday August 20, 2024 beginning at 9:30 a.m.

Agenda and Materials August 2024

Location:
Michigan Bankers Association Building
507 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933

Online Access: For members of the public who wish to join the meeting online, please request a Zoom link by contacting Marcela Westrate at WestrateM1@michigan.gov or text or call (517) 648-3143 and leave a message with your email address. The link will be provided in the morning before the meeting begins.

Free parking is available in the lot at the southeast corner of Grand and Lenawee. Free, handicap-accessible parking and an accessible entrance to the building is available in the same lot but enter at the southwest corner of Cherry at Lenawee.

For any questions or concerns or to contact the Commission, please email Marcela Westrate at WestrateM1@michigan.gov or call (517) 648-3143.

The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission will meet on Tuesday February 24, 2024 beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Agenda and Materials February 2024

DRAFT 2023 Annual Impact Report

Location:
Michigan Bankers Association Building
507 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933

Online Access: For members of the public who wish to join the meeting online, please request a Zoom link by contacting Marcela Westrate at WestrateM1@michigan.gov or text or call (517) 648-3143 and leave a message with your email address. The link will be provided in the morning before the meeting begins.

Free parking is available in the lot at the southeast corner of Grand and Lenawee. Free, handicap-accessible parking and an accessible entrance to the building is available in the same lot but enter at the southwest corner of Cherry at Lenawee.

For any questions or concerns or to contact the Commission, please email Marcela Westrate at WestrateM1@michigan.gov or call (517) 648-3143.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: February 20, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.

Apply online by clicking here.

Regional Manager: Lapeer, Macomb, Oakland, and St. Clair Counties

Summary

The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) is seeking a Regional Manager to facilitate the creation of superior systems for representation of indigent clients charged with crimes. Regional Managers provide direction and guidance to indigent defense delivery systems around the state on compliance with MIDC-enacted standards. They serve as the liaisons between local systems and the MIDC.

This challenging and rewarding opportunity will require the skills of a diplomat and knowledge of indigent defense systems and models.  Regional Managers must have a thorough working knowledge of the MIDC Act and a wide variety of models of indigent defense delivered locally in Michigan and nationwide.  Successful candidates will work with criminal justice stakeholders to design the most appropriate plans for meeting minimum standards for indigent defense in a particular county or system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet with partners in the local indigent defense delivery system(s) in the designated region including but not limited to county commissioners, administrators, staff, and other local government representatives, and assist with the coordination of compliance plans for MIDC Standards and best practices;
• Identify and meet with many key members of the local criminal justice systems including court staff, judges, criminal defense attorney practitioners, prosecutors and jail staff, to collaborate on compliance with MIDC standards for best practices in indigent defense representation;
• Prepare and deliver presentations about the work of the MIDC to all system stakeholders;
• Offer practical and innovative solutions at the local level for indigent defense reform;
• Assist on other projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law; a minimum of five years of progressively more responsible work experience working in court, public, or business administration, or representing indigent clients is desired.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.

Due to significant travel within the region, an individual with a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle is also required.

Work Location:

The ideal candidate should be based in a county in the region or have the ability to travel regularly to the locations indicated in the position description.

Periodic travel to the MIDC Office in Lansing, Michigan is expected.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

February 20, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.

Apply online by clicking here.

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