RoleCriminal, and/or Juvenile Delinquency, Juvenile Dependency experience preferred. The Yavapai County Public Defender's Office has openings for motivated Public Defenders with varied levels of experience, from entry to Capital Qualified. We are a paperless office where all employees work remotely and in the office in a hybrid environment. We are a passionate and collaborative team. Salary range is $113,680 to $144,942 (depending on experience. If first chair qualified there is a 10% special assessment added to your salary). Benefits are competitive. We would love to talk with you about our office and your interest in it.
Major Duties, ResponsibilitiesMajor Duties:- Reviews relevant facts and creates a defense strategy.
- Confers with relevant county departments and outside agencies.
- Confers with and advises clients.
- Appears at court hearings.
- Represents clients at trial.
Expectations: - To possess a working knowledge of the principles of criminal law, rules of evidence, motion practice and rules of court.
- To apply legal principles to determinations on individual cases and problems.
- If applicable to the assigned caseload, to have a basic understanding of child development, substance abuse, and the service available to clients.
- To produce written documents with clearly organized thoughts.
- To perform self-directed research and analysis as required for effective defense.
- To possess the ability to handle a large volume of work.
- To develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, the courts, employees of other departments, and the public.
Minimum QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the State Bar of Arizona.
Other SkillsAbility to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to analyze and organize factual information; ability to make persuasive legal arguments; ability to work in a team environment.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSYavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
