PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21000989

PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT – ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER Requisition No: 876320 Agency: Office of the Public Defender, First Circuit Position: Attorney (Assistant Public Defender) Salary: Based on Experience (minimum $74,000 annually and a generous benefits package) Job Overview Public Defender’s Office in Walton County, Florida, is seeking an Attorney to handle a misdemeanor or felony caseload. The starting salary is $74,000, with higher pay based on experience. Responsibilities Represent defendants during courtroom proceedings, including trial counsel duties. Research case law and prepare legal briefs. Communicate with defendants to determine trial strategy, cross‑examination procedures, witness selection, jury selection, testimony decisions, and opening and closing arguments. Maintain a reasonable caseload and balance personal and professional life. Benefits State retirement system and health/hospitalization, life, and disability insurance coverage. Paid travel to continuing education seminars hosted by the Florida Public Defender Association (FPDA) and CLE credits. Positive and supportive workplace environment. Qualifications & Preferences Admitted to the Florida Bar in good standing. Experience in criminal defense, preferably misdemeanor or felony cases. Employees must uphold confidentiality requirements, practice safe workplace procedures, and comply with harassment‑free workplace policy. The State of Florida is an EEO employer. Provisions for a Drug‑Free workplace: All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr My Florida CFO