Assistant Public Defender

Qualifications Juris Doctorate degree and member of the bar in good standing with the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. Experience in Criminal Law with trial experience. Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting legal documents. Proficiency with defining legal problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions. Skills in legal research and writing. Proficiency in effectively presenting information and responding to questions from attorneys and judges. Compliance with continuing education requirements to maintain an active license. Moderate computer skills. Essential Duties Represent indigent persons charged with crimes for which a sentence of jail time is possible, providing effective representation to clients who are frequently illiterate, mentally ill, suffering from addiction, uneducated, or uncooperative, while simultaneously managing a large caseload. Represent juveniles in juvenile delinquency proceedings. Represent individuals who have been involuntarily committed to mental health institutions. May handle cases involving post-sentence motions, Supreme Court appeals, and post-conviction relief. Work closely with clients, correctional facilities, investigators, law enforcement personnel, medical personnel, prosecutors, social services agencies, and witnesses to determine appropriate actions. Meet with clients when arrested and obtain their history to make bond arguments to the Court, maintaining working relationships with clients in person, by phone, and mail. Prepare a wide range of documents associated with representation. Keep abreast of developments in the law; attend training sessions; model examples of continuous learning to department personnel. Work in courthouse or outlying locations and maintain a consistent, regular presence at worksite(s). Perform other duties as assigned or directed. Additional Requirements Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and reliable transportation. No pending disciplinary complaint or proceeding against the applicant by the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania or any other jurisdiction. Clean background check. Category: Court/District Attorney Status Open. Salary Starting: $37,000 annually. 30 hour work week. Posted November 19, 2025. Closing: Open until filled. Position: Part-Time Assistant Public Defender. #J-18808-Ljbffr