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Jefferson County Department of Human Resources Assistant Public Defender in Watertown, New York
Jefferson County Public Defenders 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..
Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary Range: $80,898 - $91,051 per year.
Excellent fringe benefits include: Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision Dental Insurance Flex Spending Account NYS Retirement Deferred Compensation Paid Vacation Sick Leave
SUGGESTED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a license to practice law in New York State
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Submit letter of application with resume, writing sample, and law transcript. 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.