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Deputy Public Defender

  • Salary/Pay Rate:$72,477.95 - $81,537.70
  • Posted Date:11/20/2024

Applications accepted from:  ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Position Title: Deputy Public Defender

Department: Public Defender

Salary: $72,477.95 - $81,537.70

Pay Grade: 24

Workday & Hours: (Monday-Friday Full-Time 8:00-4:30pm Salaried Position)

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (After 60 days of employment, Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance -  EAP Program - Retirement APERS (Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System) 

Vacation Eligibility after 6 months of employment (84 hours up to 3 years)

Sick hours available after 90 days of employment (112 hours up to 3 years)

Twelve Holidays a year + Employee Birthday (Thirteen total)

Job Summary:

The incumbent provides representation for indigent criminal defendants in Circuit, Municipal, and Juvenile Courts within Washington County. Represent criminal defendants at felony jury trials, criminal defendants as misdemeanor court cases, and juvenile court delinquency defense cases. Ensure the constitutionality of convictions and protect the rights of defendants. Ensure that each situation is handled according to County policies.

Job Description: 

Deputy Public Defender

Required Qualifications:

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment, random drug and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for Washington County jobs and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.washingtoncountyar.gov

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:

https://www.washingtoncountyar.gov/Sys/Sso/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fSys%2fSso%2fDashboard%2fJobApplication%2fApply%3fjobID%3d4211%26BackURL%3d%2fHome%2fComponents%2fJobPosts%2fJob%2f4211%2f25 or call 479-444-1700.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
Washington County is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy
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Important information 

  • Positions are posted and deleted daily.
  • Applications are accepted on weekdays between 8:00am and 4:30pm for open positions only.
  • Resumes may be submitted with applications, not in lieu of.
  • Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The county does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. 

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