Assistant Public Defender - Ross County (2 Vacancies)
Assistant Public Defender - Ross County (2 Vacancies)
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Job Description
About the Position and What Youll Do:
The Assistant Public Defender (APD) will be headquartered in the Ross County Office of our Trial Services Division. The Assistant Public Defender will serve in the courts of Jackson County or Ross County as a trial-level attorney that provides criminal defense representation to clients who cannot otherwise afford an attorney. The APD position will represent indigent trial-level clients facing misdemeanor and felony criminal charges. Note: the position does not involve trial-level representation in federal court and does not involve post-trial representation on direct appeal state post-conviction or federal habeas litigation.
The successful APD candidate will thrive in a close-knit team environment and be interested in trial-level work and providing client service in a fast-paced work environment. A successful candidate will also be eager to work with a supervisor to learn the intricacies of the position and succeed in providing high-quality representation.
Essential duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- Prepare cases for trial
- Try cases as lead counsel or as co-counsel
- Represent clients in community control violations
- Conduct arraignments pre-trial conferences hearings and plea negotiations
- Examine witnesses
- Present legal arguments and evidence
The Assistant Public Defender position is assigned to the State of Ohios E1 Pay Schedule Pay Range 13. Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1 currently $32.51 per hour) associated with this position. These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases: with continued employment new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. The State of Ohio typically has Cost of Living Adjustments that increase wage in these ranges each fiscal year.
Note: In the event a candidate demonstrates exceptional qualifications above minimum they may qualify for a starting salary above step 1.
The Office of the Ohio Public Defender complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact Tamra Meister ADA Coordinator at or.
PLEASE NOTE: A WRITING SAMPLE AND COVER LETTER MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THIS APPLICATION. Your application will not be considered without a writing sample and cover letter.
Whats In It For You:
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered beginning first day of the month following your start date. You have three options to choose from.
Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental vision and basic life insurance premiums are free and coverage is offered beginning first day of the month following your start date.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off including vacation personal and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees salary. Visit theOPERS websitefor more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation websitefor more information.
The following are the minimum qualifications for this position:
Admission to Ohio bar pursuant to section 4705.01.
Note: Prior to representing a client in federal court or U.S. Supreme court attorney shall obtain admission to practice law in that court; prior to appointment as appellate counsel for an indigent defendant in a capital case pursuant to .R. 5.02 & 5.03 an attorney shall obtain certification from the Commission on Appointment of Counsel in Capital Cases.
Note: Eligibility to practice under a Certificate to Practice Law Pending Admission in Ohio under Rule I Section 19 of the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio or eligibility to practice under a Temporary Certification for Practice in Legal services Public Defender and Law School Programs under Rule IX of the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio may be accepted in lieu of admission to the Ohio Bar pursuant to R.C. Section 4705.02.
Job Skills: Attorney/Legal Active Learning Collaboration Customer Focus
Employment Type
Full-Time
