ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER (7TH)

Order#: NY1722718 ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER (7TH) DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Wyoming County Public Defenders Office is looking to hire a full time Assistant Public Defender representing defendants in-person in County and Town & Village Justice Courts. This position focuses on Alternatives to Incarceration for defendants. Provides the opportunity to work with a team of attorneys and administrative staff who are committed to providing quality mandated representation to criminal defendants. Also participates in the Counsel at First Appearance rotation schedule. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Graduation from a regionally accredited Law School or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Juris Doctorate; 2. Admission to the NYSBAR or has admission pending; 3. Experience as an attorney in criminal law and/or family law, and/or AFC preferred; 4. A combination of training, education and experience that is equivalent to the above employment standard and that provides the required knowledge and abilities; 5. Full time in-person appearances; 6. Reliable transportation and license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State. Knowledge of: all statutory laws related to practicing criminal law in New York State, including the Penal Law, Criminal Procedure Law, Corrections Law, Executive Law 259-I and Judiciary Law; trial and appellate court procedures; legal research methods; rules of evidence; standard legal office practice and procedures; and ethical and professional rules of conduct. Ability to: Work independently; perform legal research; analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedents in legal problems; present statements of law, facts and arguments clearly, logically and forcefully; both in written and oral format; maintain confidentiality and objectivity; manage assigned caseload; operate personal computer and computer applications used by the units; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work; communicate with and advise clients in accordance with the laws and facts; and interact well with the public. APPLICATION DEADLINE: APPLICATIONS FROM COUNTY EMPLOYEES MUST BE FILED BY 5:00 P.M. ON 10/08/2026. ALL OTHER APPLICATIONS RECEIVED FROM PEOPLE NOT CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY THE COUNTY, SHOULD BE FILED BY 5:00 P.M. ON 10/13/2026 IN ORDER TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION FOR THE POSITION SOUGHT. POSITION WILL REMAIN POSTED UNTIL FILLED.