PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21011548

About the role

The Assistant Public Defender in the 19th Judicial Circuit provides legal representation to indigent defendants charged with crimes. This position offers a dynamic environment where the drama of the courtroom can be a reality.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective legal representation to clients in criminal cases
• Conduct thorough investigations and prepare cases for trial
• Advocate for clients' rights and interests
• Collaborate with other legal professionals and community organizations

Requirements

• Must be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar
• Licenses required

Qualifications

• Strong legal skills and knowledge of criminal law
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in public defender’s office preferred

Skills

• Excellent research and writing skills
• Effective negotiation and advocacy abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Benefits

• Employer Health Insurance Contribution: $25,986 annually
• Employer Retirement Contribution: $21,450 annually
• Total Annual Salary and Benefits: $112,436
• $25,000.00 life insurance policy
• Annual leave: 13 days per year, increases with length of service
• Sick leave: 13 days per year
• Paid holidays: 13 days per year
• Short-term disability insurance: paid by the State of Florida
• State retirement benefits: vesting after 8 years in pension plan or 1 year in the investment plan
• Optional employee-paid supplement insurance plans available (vision, dental, cancer, hospitalization, and disability)
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP): applies to pension plan members, results in a lump sum payment of accumulated benefits, for a period of up to eight years
• Deferred compensation: option of saving portion of monthly salary in a tax-sheltered account
• Opportunities to earn CLE credits and attend a variety of conferences
• Florida Bar dues paid by the office every year

Pay

Starting Salary for an Assistant Public Defender: $65,000

Schedule

Full-time position

Contact Information

To apply, email resume and cover letter to: Didi.Dickson@pd19.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.