The Public Defender shall represent, without charge or by order of the Court with the consent of the defendant, each indigent defendant who is charged with a crime as defined by Section 722(a) of the County Law. The work involves responsibility for directing the investigation, preparation and counsel of the defendant at every stage of the proceedings following arrest and shall initiate such proceedings as are necessary to protect the rights of the accused and may prosecute any appeals if the facts and circumstances warrant such. In addition, the Public Defender may assign professional, technical and clerical personnel in the investigation, preparation, conduct and appeal in any court proceedings involving indigent defendants. The work is performed under guidelines provided by law. Does related work as required.
Qualifications:
Duly admitted to practice law in the State of New York* *In accordance with (C2201) of the Broome County Charter. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Incumbents in this position are required by the County Legislature to reside within the County of Broome, OR an adjoining county (TIOGA, CORTLAND, DELAWARE OR CHENANGO) at all times during their employment in the title.
Apply Here: https://broomecountyny.gov/OnlineApplication?application_type=General%20Employment%20Application&position_applying_for=Public%20Defender&[email protected]&department_applying=Public%20Defender&type_position=Full-time
Pay: $171,513.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
