Job Description
Application Requirements
The Public Defender represents eligible individuals at all stages of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, and in certain summary cases, including pretrial identification procedures, preliminary hearings, pretrial motions, trials, post-trial proceedings, sentencing proceedings, probation and parole violation hearings, etc.
Interested candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, and must be licensed to practice law in the State of Pennsylvania, and be a member in good standing. Candidates must also possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
If interested in the position of Assistant Public Defender, please submit your resume and cover letter to Jennifer Lewis at Jmlewis@norcopa.gov
Equal Employment Opportunities ? It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sherry Christman, Human Resources Analyst, at schristman@northamptoncounty.org or 610-829-6382.
Benefits:
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Qualification
Juris Doctor (JD)
Practice Areas & Specialty
Criminal, Litigation
Key Skills Required
Job Overview
Job Function: Legal Services / Legal
Job Type: Part Time
Workplace Type: Not Specified
Experience Level: Not Specified
Salary: $61,220 - $66,220 / Annual Salary
Experience: 0 - 0 yrs
Contact Information
Company Name: County of Northampton
Recruiting People: HR Department
Website: N/A
Location
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