The Tuscarawas County Public Defender’s office is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Public Defender to begin as soon as possible.
Qualifications for the position include a law degree from an accredited law school and being admitted to practice in Ohio and be in good standing.
Candidate needs to have the ability to function in a fast-paced, high caseload environment. Attorney will cover misdemeanor cases in the New Philadelphia Municipal Court. The ability to relate to indigent clients with special needs is essential.
Assistant Public Defenders maintain a full case load requiring legal representation for criminal offenses. These representations require regular client contact, research, advocacy and record keeping. This is a full-time position, therefore, the outside practice of law is not permitted.
The starting salary will be $65,000-$80,000 based upon experience and county guidelines, plus the full range of benefits including medical insurance and retirement.
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Tuscarawas County Public Defender
Gerald Latanich, Director
203 Fair Ave. NE
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
Fax: 330-364-7616
or email to PompeyM@co.tuscarawas.oh.us