Public Defender's Office- Assistant Public Defender I

DAWSON COUNTY GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Job Title:  Assistant Public Defender I
Department:  Dawson County Public Defender's Office
Salary: $67,189.00 Annually/ DOQ
Status: Full-Time/Salary/Exempt

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Job Summary: 
Under close supervision of the supervising attorney, is responsible for conducting legal research including researching precedents in cases; prepares and disseminates complex documents; compiles and prepares subpoenas, pleadings, etc.; develops and modifies forms and procedures; delivers legal pleadings. Will be responsible for a criminal case load and appear in court for any proceedings.

Job Requirements:
Applicant must have completion of a law degree; License to practice law in the State of Georgia OR Eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination.   Applicant must possess a driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).  Applicant must pass a background check and drug screening.

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To apply for a position with Dawson County, please complete and submit the application below. If you are unable to complete an application online, applications are available in the County Administration office, or you may print a Dawson County Employment Application which you will find below under supporting documents.  Applications may be emailed to DCEmployment@dawsoncountyga.gov, faxed to 706-531-2716, or mailed or delivered to the Dawson County Human Resources Department, 25 Justice Way, Suite 2233, Dawsonville, GA 30534; Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM.  All applications submitted are subject to public disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act.

Dawson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.