Senior Assistant Public Defender

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. Candidate must be a resident of Oswego County at time of appointment.

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. 

Oswego County Human Resources Department

46 East Bridge Street

Oswego, New York 13126

(315) 349-8209    Fax: (315) 349-8254

Email:  humanresources@oswegocounty.com

Web: www.oswegocounty.com/humanresources

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