What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Public Defender position at Wexford County?
Classification: Full-Time, Full Benefits
Benefits Include: Hybrid Pension - 5% employee contribution, Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Holidays/Vacation/Medical Leave, 100% Employer paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Insurance, Paid continuing legal Education and Michigan Bar Dues.
Annual Pay: Salary $62,868 - $82,892 DOQ
Requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.
- Must be a member of the State Bar of Michigan in Good Standing. Recent graduates who awaiting to take or have taken the Michigan Bar Exam with a high expectation of passing may also apply.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with staff, clients, and the court.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, background check and drug screen.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to deal effectively with people with widely divergent backgrounds, within and outside of the office.
- Must relate empathetically to clients and their special needs.
- Must be able to exercise common sense and good judgement.
- Must learn quickly and function under stressful and distracting conditions.
- Must have the ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a legal services team atmosphere.
- Must meet the continuing education requirements set forth by the MIDC.
Duties:
- Provide court appointed indigent defense services in Wexford and Missaukee Counties.
- Must review police reports, discovery, and meet with clients to explain the process and review documents with them.
- Will handle felony and misdemeanor cases from arraignment through trial and/or plea and sentencing.
- This is a full-time position, and the successful candidate may not maintain practice outside of the office.
Deadline: Position open until filled.
* For questions regarding this position please contact Robert A. Champion, Chief Public Defender - 419 N. Lake St., Cadillac, MI 49601 231-444-0480.
* Submit cover letter, resume, and application to the Wexford County HR Office, 437 E. Division St., Cadillac, MI 49601.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,868.00 - $82,892.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Cadillac, MI 49601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $62,868 - $82,892