Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Vero Beach, FL

Government

Vero Beach, FL

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Vero Beach, FL

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

No

The Public Defender's Office in the 19th Circuit is seeking an experienced Assistant Public Defender to join their team. This is a career opportunity, not just a job, with a competitive salary starting at $80,000. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a trial lawyer and be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar.

The 19th Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office offers a variety of benefits for its employees, including state group health insurance, enrollment in the Florida Retirement System, and a $25,000 life insurance policy. Other benefits include annual leave, sick leave, paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, state retirement benefits, and optional employee paid supplement insurance plans. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) and deferred compensation plans. Additionally, the office covers Florida Bar dues for its employees.

The position is open in multiple locations, including Ft. Pierce, Stuart, Vero, and Okeechobee. Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to ****.

The 19th Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act should notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center in advance. The State of Florida also supports a drug-free workplace and conducts reasonable suspicion drug testing.