State of Florida
PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 12TH CIRCUIT - ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21003774
State of Florida, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34243
PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 12TH CIRCUIT - ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21003774
Date: Aug 27, 2024CLASSIFICATION : 5901 Exempt/ExcludedJOB TYPE:
Full-time, in personLOCATION:
Bradenton, FL 34205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)REQUIRED EDUCATION AND LICENSE:
A. J.D. and maintained admission to The Florida Bar. Florida Bar License (Required)REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
NONEJOB DESCRIPTION:Assistant Public Defenders provide highly effective and professional representation to our clients. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Zealously advocating for each client through critical analysis of cases, motion practice, and jury trials.Preparing each case efficiently and effectively utilizing office and community resources.Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining adequate levels of communication and attention to individual clients.Advising and counseling clients in order to achieve the best result possible in their case, establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and the legal community.Utilizing innovative, holistic defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for the clients.BENEFITS:
Training and mentorshipUnparalleled trial advocacy experiencePotential for advancementThe ability to work with dedicated experienced attorneys whose doors are always open.Student loan forgivenessContinued legal education course and conferences at no expense.Payment of Florida Bar DuesExcellent benefits:Low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance for the whole familyLife insurance at no expense to youRetirement plansPaid vacation and sick leaveOTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.HOW TO APPLY:
Please provide a resume, Cover Letter, writing sample. Email to: jstephens@pd12.orgMail to: Office of the Public Defender, c/o Jacqulyn Stephens, 2071 Ringling Boulevard, 5th Floor Sarasota, FL 34237NOTE:
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.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.
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Date: Aug 27, 2024CLASSIFICATION : 5901 Exempt/ExcludedJOB TYPE:
Full-time, in personLOCATION:
Bradenton, FL 34205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)REQUIRED EDUCATION AND LICENSE:
A. J.D. and maintained admission to The Florida Bar. Florida Bar License (Required)REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
NONEJOB DESCRIPTION:Assistant Public Defenders provide highly effective and professional representation to our clients. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Zealously advocating for each client through critical analysis of cases, motion practice, and jury trials.Preparing each case efficiently and effectively utilizing office and community resources.Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining adequate levels of communication and attention to individual clients.Advising and counseling clients in order to achieve the best result possible in their case, establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and the legal community.Utilizing innovative, holistic defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for the clients.BENEFITS:
Training and mentorshipUnparalleled trial advocacy experiencePotential for advancementThe ability to work with dedicated experienced attorneys whose doors are always open.Student loan forgivenessContinued legal education course and conferences at no expense.Payment of Florida Bar DuesExcellent benefits:Low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance for the whole familyLife insurance at no expense to youRetirement plansPaid vacation and sick leaveOTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.HOW TO APPLY:
Please provide a resume, Cover Letter, writing sample. Email to: jstephens@pd12.orgMail to: Office of the Public Defender, c/o Jacqulyn Stephens, 2071 Ringling Boulevard, 5th Floor Sarasota, FL 34237NOTE:
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.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.
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