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Chenango County Assistant Public Defender in Norwich, New York
Chenango County's Public Defender's Office has openings for Assistant Public Defender. Employees in this class are appointed by the Public Defender to perform professional legal work involving responsibility for assisting in the representation of indigent defendants as assigned by the Public Defender. The work involves responsibility for participating in the investigation, preparation, conduct and appearance in various court and legal proceedings involving felony and misdemeanor crimes as well as violations. The Assistant Public Defender also represents respondents financially unable to obtain counsel in family court and surrogate court proceedings. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Defender. Supervision is exercised over the work of clerical subordinates. The incumbent does related work as required.SUGGESTED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a license to practice law in New York State.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At time of appointment and continuing throughout employment, a candidate/incumbent must possess a valid New York State Driver’s License, a reliable vehicle, and a driving record acceptable to the County’s insurance carrier.The position has a 35 hour work week and 2025 salary is $100,000 annually and includes a full benefits package.No Civil Service examination required for permanent appointment. Position status: Exempt.- Health, dental and vision insurance; - Generous leave time benefits & paid holidays; - NYS R
Minimum Salary: 100,000 Maximum Salary: 100,000 Salary Unit: Yearly