The Tifton Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to fill an Assistant Public Defender I position. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position, in conjunction with, assisting and/or handling indigent clients’ representation with criminal cases in Superior Court. The Assistant Public Defender I will represent indigent clients in all phases of criminal proceedings, including arraignment, pretrial hearings, trial preparation, plea negotiations, trial, and sentencing. A strong commitment to indigent defense is required. The applicant should be a member in good standing with the State of Georgia Bar.
Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and email a cover letter, resume, and references to Janice Prince at jprince@gapublicdefender.org.
Description of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender I will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position performs beginning-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and a license to practice law in the State of Georgia. Performs other related duties as required.
