Attention: Monroe County full-time employees will receive a $1,000 quarterly retention payment each quarter in 2024! Apply today - another great reason to join the Monroe County workforce!
This position, located at the Monroe County Public Defender's Office, is responsible for high quality legal representation of indigent defendants entitled to public defense. Employees are assigned to criminal court. Duties involve investigating and preparing court cases, interviewing clients and related persons, and appearing in court on a regular basis. Employees will handle hearings, trials, negotiations, pleas and sentences. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Special Assistant Public Defender or other higher level staff member. Supervision of others is not a responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Location: Rochester, NY
Title: Public Defender Assistant Grade II
Deadline: Until Filled
Salary: $71,066 - $98,372 annually
Agency/Dept.: Public Defender's Office