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State of Florida · 4 months ago

PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21003998

Fort Pierce, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$65K/yr - $65K/yr

The State of Florida is seeking an Assistant Public Defender for the 19th Judicial Circuit. This role involves representing clients in criminal law cases, providing training, and utilizing advanced technology in the courtroom.

Government Administration

Qualification

Florida Bar membershipCriminal law experienceCourtroom experienceLegal researchCommunication skills

Required

Must be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar, license required

Benefits

$25,000.00 life insurance policy

Annual leave - 13 days per year, increases with length of service

Sick leave - 13 days per year

Paid holidays – 13 days per year

Short-term disability insurance - paid by the State of Florida

State retirement benefits - vesting after 8 years in pension plan or 1 year in the investment plan

Optional employee paid supplement insurance plans available (vision, dental, cancer, hospitalization, and disability)

Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) - Applies to pension plan members, and will result in a lump sum payment of accumulated benefits, for a period of up to five years

Deferred compensation – option of saving portion of monthly salary in a tax-sheltered account

Opportunities to earn CLE credits and attend a variety of conferences

Florida Bar dues paid by the office every year