Description

This is professional work involving responsibility for representing indigent persons as assigned by the Public Defender. Work involves representation of indigent persons through every stage of proceedings through and including any appeals. In addition to actual representation, employees in this class assist the Public Defender in the investigation, preparation, conduct, and appeal in various court and legal proceedings involving indigent persons. Work is performed in accordance with guidelines provided in law. Does related work as required.
The title of Assistant Public Defender PT is Exempt under Tioga County’s Civil Service Rules. The appointee serves at the pleasure of the Public Defender. Pending a criminal background check*, appointment may be made to this position.

Requirements

Duly licensed to practice law in the State of New York.
Pursuant to County Law § 716, public defender and assistants are designated as an “appointive officer” and therefore falls under Public Officers Law §3.