Assistant Public Defender
Jefferson County Human Resources
Watertown, New York
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$102,258–$113,134
LOCATION
Watertown, New York
POSTED
30+ days ago
How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, please submit your application directly to Jefferson County Human Resources. You may apply online via our Employment Portal at jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com or by mailing a paper application to: Jefferson County Human Resources, 175 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601.
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office. Provides legal defense and counsel to indigent individuals in criminal and family courts. Must have the ability to work collaboratively with our clients, other lawyers, social workers and local law enforcement officials. License to practice law in New York State required.
Salary Range: $102,258 - $113,134 per year, plus a $10,000 recruitment bonus!
Excellent fringe benefits include:
To be considered for this position, please submit your application directly to Jefferson County Human Resources. You may apply online via our Employment Portal at jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com or by mailing a paper application to: Jefferson County Human Resources, 175 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601.
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office. Provides legal defense and counsel to indigent individuals in criminal and family courts. Must have the ability to work collaboratively with our clients, other lawyers, social workers and local law enforcement officials. License to practice law in New York State required.
Salary Range: $102,258 - $113,134 per year, plus a $10,000 recruitment bonus!
Excellent fringe benefits include:
- NYS Retirement.
- Deferred Compensation.
- Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision.
- Candidates may be eligible for the Public.
- Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Dental Insurance.
- Flex Spending Account.
- Sick Leave.
- Paid Vacation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a license to practice law in New York State.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Submit resume, License to practice Law in New York State, writing sample, three letters of reference and copy of valid driver’s license with application.
Apply online on our Employment Portal: https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/
Or submit application to: Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,
175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.
*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
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