PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 20TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER (OVER MILLION) - 21015302

PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 20TH CIRCUIT - ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER (OVER MILLION) - 21015302

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Requisition No : 861571

Agency : Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title : PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 20TH CIRCUIT - ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER (OVER MILLION) - 21015302

Pay Plan : Pub.DefndrsJAC PIB

Position Number : 21015302

Salary : $74,000.00

Posting Closing Date : 12 / 22 / 2025

Overview

The Law Offices of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit, is seeking qualified Assistant Public Defender applicants. The agency defends indigent individuals charged with crimes and offers extensive entry-level training and professional development opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accepting, researching, and preparing each case efficiently and expeditiously.
• Advising and counseling clients regarding plea offers, rights and options, strategies, sentencing, appellate rights, etc.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with clients, families, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Maintaining open lines of communication with clients and their families, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Involving investigators, interns and other support staff appropriately.
• Seeking assistance from experts appropriate to the case.
• Demonstrating maturity and a professional demeanor at all times.
• Exercising sound judgment to achieve desired results.
• Handling emergency assignments when needed.
• Attending and participating in training seminars, division meetings, and staffing sessions.
• Abiding by all Public Defender policies and procedures outlined in the manual and performing other related work as required.

Abilities

Education and / or Experience

Juris Doctorate

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, legal documents and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and transcripts.

Reasoning Ability

Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Must be able to evaluate problems, isolate key issues, research and develop alternative solutions.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Florida Driver's license, Florida Bar License Required

Work Environment

The noise level for this position is moderate.

Equipment Utilized

Personal computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, calculators, cell phone

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

Starting at $74,000 per year

Benefits

Schedule

Flexible; Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm

Ability to Commute / Relocate

Punta Gorda, FL 33950

This position description is not a contract and may be revised or rescinded at any time, due to operational necessity. All duties and responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Employees are at-will. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Note

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation should notify the agency hiring authority in advance.

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