What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER position at Division of Public Defender Services?
DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
MERIDEN – GA #7
Applications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender located at GA #7 – Meriden. This position provides legal representation to indigent persons accused of crimes as required by the constitutions of both the United States and the State of Connecticut. Daily tasks may include meeting with clients in lock-up, providing legal representation at arraignment, negotiating plea agreements, attending jail visit with incarcerated clients, and working collaboratively with support staff such as social workers and investigators.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Defend indigent clients; advise clients of rights and responsibilities; appear with and for clients at all court hearings; review, evaluate and determine legal motions, pleas and other legal action on
behalf of clients; conduct plea negotiations and negotiate other agreements with Prosecutors and Judges; assist individuals impacted by mental illness and substance abuse; order investigations and subpoenas; request social work services; study and interpret laws, court decisions and other legal authorities; transport, quickly read, analyze and comprehend numerous files, including those related to complex cases, under tight deadlines and in crowded and noisy environment; interview witnesses; prepare briefs, motions and other legal documents; represent clients at jury or court trials; keep up to date on developments in the practice of law and attend trainings; develop and maintain relationships with outside agencies. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Candidates must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar; preference for candidates with experience in criminal defense.
Starting Salary: $93,275 - $105,249 based on experience with full State benefits for outside applicants.
Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form and a writing sample.
All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-Opportunities
Internal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney Application
Supplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References, Resume and writing sample.
ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ONE DOCUMENT
PACKAGE and emailed OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov and brian.pear@pds.ct.gov no later than May 7, 2025.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Meriden, CT 06451 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Meriden, CT 06451: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $93,275 - $105,249