PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21001906

Requisition No: 823888 

Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21001906

 Pay Plan: Pub.DefndrsJAC PIB

Position Number: 21001906 

Salary:  Based on experience 

Posting Closing Date: 05/31/2024 

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The Office of the Public Defender for the Fourth Judicial Circuit is seeking lawyers who are admitted to practice in Florida--or awaiting results from the most recent Florida Bar exam.   The Office represents individuals in criminal and civil commitment proceedings who are entitled to court-appointed counsel under the Constitution, or under Florida statute.  The Office represents individuals accused of committing criminal offenses, individuals who are subject to mental health commitments and individuals who are subject to civil commitment under the Jimmy Ryce Act.  The Circuit includes Duval (Jacksonville), Clay and Nassau counties. 

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded individual who is committed to doing criminal defense work and has the skills necessary to interact effectively with our client base.  Candidates must have strong academic backgrounds.  Trial court and/or mock trial experience is preferred. Activities as a student demonstrating a commitment to public service are considered favorably.  The Public Defender’s Office is committed to cultivating, promoting, and preserving a culture of inclusivity for all applicants.

The Office is also interested in summer intern candidates (CLI’s and non-CLI’s).  If you have an interest in becoming a defender of the poor, reach out to our office.   Salary is based upon experience depending upon whether the hired person is a Florida Bar license attorney, a Certified Legal Intern awaiting Florida Bar results, or an unpaid student intern.

Interested candidates for permanent positions or summer internships should complete the online application process.  Applicants must submit a resume, writing sample and cover letter to be considered.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.