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allencounty

Assistant Public Defender Juvenile

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$63K - $84K/yr

Public Defender's Office FLSA Status: Exempt Classification/Level: Special Occupation Date: 04/2023 ... Works directly with defendant and maintains regular contact with clients through correspondence ...

allencounty

Assistant Public Defender Juvenile

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$63K - $84K/yr

Public Defender's Office FLSA Status: Exempt Classification/Level: Special Occupation Date: 04/2023 ... Works directly with defendant and maintains regular contact with clients through correspondence ...

Bsu

Purchasing Assistant

Muncie, IN · On-site

$13.80 - $14.95/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

After job has been awarded for Public Works all information is scanned for electronic retention in ... Interim Senior Director of Business Services for Purchasing, Printing, and Contracts and Director ...

The City of Elkhart

Assistant City Engineer

Elkhart, IN

$103K - $114K/yr

CITY OF ELKHART - DEPARTMENT Public Works POSITION Assistant City Engineer/ City Engineer DIVISION Engineering STATUS Full-time CATEGORY Salaried, Up to $114,000 FLSA Exempt REPORTS TO Director of ...

City of Elkhart

Assistant City Engineer

Elkhart, IN · On-site

CITY OF ELKHART - DEPARTMENT Public Works POSITION Assistant City Engineer/ City Engineer DIVISION Engineering STATUS Full-time CATEGORY Salaried, Up to $114,000 FLSA Exempt REPORTS TO Director of ...

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How much do assistant public works director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant public works director in Indiana is $110,298.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,700.00 and $132,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assistant public works director do?

An Assistant Public Works Director supports the Public Works Director in overseeing municipal infrastructure, maintenance, and public services. They help manage budgets, coordinate projects, and supervise staff to ensure efficient operations. Responsibilities often include road maintenance, water and sewer systems, waste management, and public facilities. This role requires leadership, problem-solving, and knowledge of public works regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the assistant public works director position?

To thrive as an Assistant Public Works Director, you need experience in public works operations, project management, budgeting, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, or a related field. Familiarity with municipal infrastructure systems, facility management software, and relevant certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Public Works Leadership certifications are highly beneficial. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help foster teamwork and effective stakeholder engagement. These abilities ensure efficient public infrastructure management, compliance with regulations, and high-quality service delivery to the community.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Public Works Director job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,298 per year, or $53 per hour.

Assistant Public Defender Revocations

allencounty

Fort Wayne, IN • On-site

$63K - $84K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Department: Public Defender’s Office                                            FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification/Level: Special Occupation                                       Date:  04/2023

Under the direction of the Chief Public Defender, the Deputy Public Defender provides criminal defense to indigent defendants in the courts of Allen County, Indiana as mandated by the U.S. Constitution, the Indiana Constitution and Indiana state law. This position is covered under the Circuit Court Employee Handbook. This is an employee-at-will position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

  • Works directly with defendant and maintains regular contact with clients through correspondence, phone calls, and in person meetings, while upholding ethical duties of loyalty and confidentiality.
  • Responsible for representing defendants during criminal investigative proceedings.
  • Represents defendants in all court appearances, including pretrial discovery, withdraw pleas, and suppression notices.
  • Works with support staff to provide effective and high quality legal representation to accused indigent people facing felony or misdemeanor charges, juvenile adjudication, and mental health commitments.
  • Attends post-trial sentencing hearings for clients who negotiate plea bargains or are found guilty in trial.
  • Files appeals when errors are found in court proceedings which prevented the defendant from having a fair trial. 
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Graduation from an ABA accredited school of law
  • Valid Indiana license to practice law
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and a large volume of work
  • Minimum of one year of experience in criminal litigation
  • Must have prior experience as lead or co-counsel in two felony jury trials that went to verdict.

 

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

 

The Deputy Public Defender performs work that consists of many complex and significant variables when providing criminal defense to indigent defendants.  Extensive judgement and adaptation is required to provide effective and high quality legal representation.

RESPONSIBILITY:

The Deputy Public Defender performs work that is extensive and consequential while representing defendants. The Deputy Public Defender works with little to no supervision and is responsible for providing effective and high quality legal representation to all assigned defendants.

 

 

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

 

The Deputy Public Defender maintains frequent communication with defendants, judges, prosecutors, probation, law enforcement, investigators and Public Defender office staff.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Deputy Public Defender performs work in a courtroom and office type setting.  Very frequent typing, attention to detail, detailed inspection and transcription/proofreading exists. 

SUPERVISION:

None

LICENSING:

Valid Indiana license to practice law

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Chief Public Defender

HOURS:

Hours vary; 37.5 hours

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