Job Description
Deputy Public Defender Attorney I, II, III is listed by County of Orange. The County of Orange Public Defender's Office is hiring Deputy Public Defender Attorneys at levels I, II, and III to give permitted representation to indigent clients in criminal proceedings.
Attorneys at these levels deal with a caseload ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, with growing responsibility and independence located on the level. This recruitment is open to the public and will set up an eligible lineup to load present and coming vacancies.
The role suits attorneys who are committed to public solution, zealous advocacy, and client-centered defense. Bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean are encouraged to register and may get additional bilingual cover upon certification.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $129,418 - $179,234 per year.
Qualification
You must gather education and expertise needs for the precise level (I, II, or III). Attorney I calls for a Juris Doctor degree and active membership in the California State Bar. Attorney II requires one year of know-how as a Deputy Public Defender Attorney I or equivalent.
Attorney III needs two years of background as a Deputy Public Defender Attorney II or equivalent.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar in decent standing.
- For Attorney I: no prior expertise called for beyond bar membership.
- For Attorney II: at least one year of experience as a Deputy Public Defender Attorney I or equivalent criminal defense know-how.
- For Attorney III: at least two years of background as a Deputy Public Defender Attorney II or equivalent criminal defense expertise.
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean (in addition to English) is desirable and qualifies for bilingual settle upon passing a certification exam.
- Aptitude to pass a background investigation and keep up confidentiality.
- Legitimate California driver's license or capacity to set up transportation.
- Knowledge of criminal law, evidence, and court procedures.
- Powerful oral and written advocacy expertise.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Offer lawful representation to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses.
- Carry out client interviews, legal research, and case preparation.
- Draft and file motions, briefs, and other permitted documents.
- Negotiate plea agreements with prosecutors.
- Represent clients at arraignments, pretrial hearings, trials, and sentencing.
- Advise clients on their lawful rights and case possibilities.
- Collaborate with investigators, social workers, and other defense group participants.
- Uphold accurate case files and documentation.
- Appear in court as required and argue motions.
- Remain existing on modifies in criminal law and procedure.
Conditions & Requirements
- Active membership in the California State Bar.
- Must be capable to pass a thorough background investigation.
- May demand to perform evenings, weekends, or holidays as caseload demands.
- Travel to various courthouses and detention facilities within Orange County.
- Must maintain confidentiality of client info.
- Compliance with all County policies and ethical standards.
Benefits
- Competitive pay variety $129,418 - $179,234 per year (depending on level and qualifications).
- Bilingual cover of $0.20 per hour for certified fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean.
- Wrap up health, dental, and vision insurance.
- CalPERS retirement upsides.
- Paid vacation, sick exit, and holidays.
- Deferred compensation blueprints.
- Professional development and training prospects.
- Public service loan forgiveness eligibility for qualifying loans.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Submission assess: all submissions are screened for minimum qualifications.
- Supplemental questionnaire: you may want to complete a job-related questionnaire.
- Oral meeting: qualified candidates will be invited to an meeting panel.
- Eligible set: candidates who pass the meeting are placed on an unseal eligible lineup for up to one year.
- Department picking: hiring managers pick from the eligible set to stock vacancies.
- Background inspect: finalists must pass a background investigation.
- Bilingual certification exam: if relevant, you must pass a bilingual fluency exam to obtain bilingual settle.
Required Documents
- Online submission (completed via the official submission portal).
- Supplemental questionnaire (if needed).
- Proof of California State Bar membership (e.g., bar figure).
- Resume (optional but recommended).
- Cover letter (optional but recommended).
- Transcripts (if using education to qualify).
How to Apply
- To put in, stop by the County of Orange's formal professions portal on the authorized submission portal. Create an account or, then complete the online submission and any supplemental questions. Attach required documents such as proof of bar membership. Review your submission for accuracy and submit before the continuous due date. Submissions are accepted until the demands of the department are met, so register promptly. Af…
Additional Information
- This recruitment is unseal to the public; all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
- The eligible lineup established from this recruitment will be used to load present and upcoming vacancies at all three levels (I, II, III).
- Pay is negotiable within the published range set on qualifications and level.
- Bilingual cover is an additional $0.20 per hour for certified fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean.
- The Public Defender's Office is an even prospect employer.
- For questions about the recruitment procedure, contact the County of Orange Human Assets department.
- Accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request.
- Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to put in.
About Company
The County of Orange Public Defender's Office is dedicated to providing high-quality permitted representation to indigent people accused of crimes, securing their constitutional rights are protected. As a state agency, it runs within the California court system, handling thousands of cases annually across misdemeanor and felony divisions.
The office values diversity, community offering, and skilled rise, offering attorneys a meaningful profession in public defense with competitive advantages and a supportive team environment. County of Orange is named as the hiring organization for the Deputy Public Defender Attorney I, II, III post.
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