What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Public Defender (NYS BARRED ATTORNEY POSITION) position at Albany County Public Defender's Office?
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DEPARTMENT: Office of the Albany County Public Defender
SALARY: $74,645-$89,608
LOCATION AND HOURS: 112 State Street, Albany, NY 12207, 8:30AM-4:00PM, M-F
BENEFITS:
- Paid Time-Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- NYS Retirement
- Health, Dental, Vision and Hearing
- Employee Assistance Program
DESCRIPTION:
- Provide zealous representation in Albany’s local and County courts;
- Engage in frequent court appearances and litigation, including arraignments, grand jury presentations, legal arguments, hearings and trials;
- Interview clients and their families;
- Visit clients at Albany County Correctional facility;
- Coordinate and collaborate with team members from our Office (investigators, criminal defense caseworkers, etc.);
- Conduct legal research and write pre-pleading letters, motions and pre-sentencing memoranda on behalf of clients;
- Provide effective oral advocacy in negotiations and arguments in criminal cases;
- Responsiveness and ability to communicate clearly with clients who are often under great stress;
- Other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
An experienced attorney with a New York State bar admission (or ability to waive into New York State from another jurisdiction).
Please upload a resume and cover letter with this application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $74,645.00 - $89,608.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $74,645 - $89,608
