47-1-120. Training program -- coordinator. (1) There is within the central services division provided for in 47-1-119 a position of training coordinator for public defenders.

(2) The central services division administrator shall hire the training coordinator.

(3) The training coordinator shall:

(a) coordinate training to public defenders in current aspects of criminal and civil law involving public defense;

(b) assist in the development and dissemination of standards, procedures, and policies that will ensure that public defender services are provided consistently throughout the state;

(c) consolidate information on important aspects of public defense and provide for a collection of official opinions, legal briefs, and other relevant information;

(d) provide assistance with research or briefs and provide other technical assistance requested by a public defender; and

(e) perform other duties assigned by the director.