PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21009353

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21009353Date: Mar 31, 2026The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website .Requisition No:873194Agency: Justice Administrative CommissionWorking Title: PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21009353Michael A. Graves, 5th Circuit Public Defender, overseeing a five county circuit, is seeking entry level attorneys for the following office locations:Marion County Office – OcalaCitrus County Office – InvernessSalary range is from $68,000 to $72,000 with generous State of Florida benefits.Equal Opportunity Employer.Email resume directly to Shanna Wilson at swilson@pdo5.org or through the People First Electronic system.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProviding effective and professional representation of individuals charged with misdemeanors and criminal traffic offenses;Zealously advocating for each client through critical analysis of cases, motion practice, and jury trials;Preparing each case efficiently and effectively utilizing office and community resources;Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining adequate levels of communication and attention to individual clients;Advising and counseling clients in order to achieve the best result possible in their case; establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and the legal community;Utilizing innovative, holistic defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for clients.QUALIFICATIONSLicensed member of the Florida Bar, in good standing;Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;Professional demeanor and a desire for excellence in the practice of law;Dedication to serving clients and providing the best possible legal representation to our clients.BENEFITSState Group Insurance coverage options including health (premiums as low as $8.34 a month), $25,000 life policy (at no charge), dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and various other supplemental insurance options;Enrollment in the Florida Retirement System (2 plan options - Pension or Investment);Monthly accrual of annual and sick leave hours;Approximately 13 paid holidays, based on our Circuit's Judicial Holiday calendar.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.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.LOCATIONOCALA, FL, US, 34475 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34601 INVERNESS, FL, US, 34450For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr