Top 3 Public defender Jobs in Carlisle, Pa

Assistant Public Defender
Cumberland County —Carlisle, PA
- $62,790 - $94,399 a year
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
Dauphin County —Harrisburg, PA
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- English
Legal Assistant & Office Services Coordinator
Pennsylvania Middle Federal Public Defender —Harrisburg, PA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- Commuter assistance
- Flexible spending account
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Assistant Public Defender
Cumberland County —Carlisle, PA
Represent clients who are facing potential incarceration, including, but not limited to, adult criminal cases, juvenile criminal cases, indirect criminal…
$62,790 - $94,399 a year
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER I
State of Maryland - OPD District Operations —Hagerstown, MD
Attorneys barred in another state must become members of the Maryland Bar within 18 months of their start date with MOPD. Resourcefully manage a full caseload.
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Assistant Public Defender - Appeals & Postconviction
State of Ohio - Public Defender Commission —Columbus, OH
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Paralegal/Legal Assistant 2 - Death Penalty Department
State of Ohio - Public Defender Commission —Columbus, OH
Screens calls and visitors for department attorneys. Files legal documents electronically in federal and state courts.
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Assistant Public Defender

Cumberland County -
Carlisle, PA

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Job Details

Permanent
$62,790 - $94,399 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Health savings account
457(b)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

Doctor of Law (JD)
Bar

Full Job Description

Job Description

Department: Public Defender

Sub-Department: N/A

Pay Grade: 113, 116, 117, 118, or 120 (depending on relevant years of work experience and education)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Status: Full Time

Reports to: Deputy Public Defender

Supervises: N/A

Job Code: PD3017

Salary Ranges (depending on relevant years of work experience and education) :

Assistant Public Defender I: $62,790.00-$78,448.50
Assistant Public Defender II: $74,763.00-$93,366.00
Senior Assistant Public Defender I: $79,267.50-$99,001.50
Senior Assistant Public Defender II: $84,006.00-$104,910.00
Senior Assistant Public Defender III: $94,399.50-$117,877.50

Job Summary:

To provide legal representation to indigent individuals charged with a variety of criminal offenses.

Essential Job Functions:

Meet and maintain professional licensing requirements.
Abide by the Rules of Professional Responsibility.
Represent clients who are facing potential incarceration, including, but not limited to, adult criminal cases, juvenile criminal cases, indirect criminal contempt, county and state probation and parole violations.
Represent clients in criminal court matters and counsel clients on collateral consequences of said criminal matters.
Draft and file legal documents, including memoranda and briefs, both at the trial court and state appellate court levels.
Maintain knowledge of current legal opinions and research techniques.
Attend staffing and training sessions as required.
Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Minimum Requirements to Perform the Work:

Education:

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Licensed and admitted to Pennsylvania Bar.

Work Experience (depending on relevant years of work experience and education) :

Assistant Public Defender I: Entry level attorney with no experience (i.e., just graduated from law school).
Assistant Public Defender II: Attorney with 1-2 years of relevant experience; able to handle misdemeanor and minor felony cases without supervision.
Senior Assistant Public Defender I: Attorney with 2-4 years of relevant experience; able to handle serious felony cases, without supervision
Senior Assistant Public Defender II: Attorney with 5-6 years of relevant experience and actively working towards becoming death penalty qualified
Senior Assistant Public Defender III: Attorney with 7+ years of relevant experience and must be actively working towards becoming death penalty qualified

Company Description

Mission Statement: To provide essential services that respond to community needs and promote well-being, while maintaining a financially sound foundation.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT/ISSUES WITH APPLYING:

If you are having technology issues with the application or with uploading your resume and/or cover letter please reach out to KeldairHR Customer Support at [email protected] or Cumberland County Human Resources at [email protected].

EMAIL CONFIRMATION:

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Benefits

Medical Benefits:

Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Wellness program with wellness incentives
Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance
United Concordia Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits:

County Retirement Pension
- 5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15% post-tax
- Fully vested after 5 years of credited service
- Normal Retirement Options:
  - Age 55 with 20 years of credited service
  - Age 60 with any amount of credited service
Voluntary 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
Military Time Buy Back Options

Paid Time Off:

Vacation
- 10 days per year, accrued per pay period (Non-Exempt)
- 15 days per year, accrued per pay period (Exempt)
- Increase for both Non-Exempt and Exempt of 5 days per year after 2 years of service
Personal
- 3 Personal days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
Sick
- 5 Sick days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
12 Paid County Holidays
- No waiting period to receive paid holidays

Additional Benefits:

Educational Assistance
- 80% of cost of tuition and books up to the annual IRS limit per calendar year (after 6 months of Full-Time Employment)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – certain eligibility requirements must be met
Employee Assistance Program
- Resources for: Childcare, Eldercare, Legal, Financial, and Coaching
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance

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