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Job Description
Role
Criminal, 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, Responsibilities
Major 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 Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the State Bar of Arizona.
Other Skills
Ability 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 BENEFITS
Yavapai 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.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Yavapai County
Show moreYavapai County reflects the history of the old west and the future of the new. At Yavapai County Government, we care for our community while building upon our legacy. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation we uphold these values in our everyday endeavors.
Yavapai County is in northcentral Arizona, just north of Phoenix, and is one of the four original Arizona counties formed in 1864. The County, with approximately 246,191 residents, includes eight incorporated towns and cities: Prescott (county seat), Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the newest municipality Dewey-Humboldt. The County features some of the most spectacular natural beauty in the American West with a mild climate, four beautiful and distinct seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, and rolling meadows.
As a Yavapai County Government employee, you will have the chance to work in one of 37 unique departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us.
We have a workforce of over 1,800 employees who are committed to enhancing the well-being of its residents and cultivating a thriving and vibrant community, making Yavapai County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge and aspire to be part of a vibrant team that values each member, we welcome you to join us in furthering our legacy and making a difference in your community. Why… because people matter!
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