The Oswego County Public Defender’s Office has an immediate opening for a Senior Assistant Public Defender responsible for the representation of indigent persons in criminal courts, with emphasis on criminal defense related matters.
Qualifications:
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school and two (2) years of experience in the practice of criminal law and/or in Family Court.
Special Requirement: NYS License to practice law.
Starting Salary:
$101,068 - $155,643. Salary negotiable to be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Oswego County offers a competitive benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and NYS retirement.
Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
To Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Visit our website to complete an online application or submit a paper application to the address below. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.