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DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$112K - $241K/yr

Position Information THE WASHOE COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Public Defender in the Criminal Division. Attorneys in the Criminal Division ...

Position Information THE WASHOE COUNTY ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Alternate Public Defender in the Criminal Division. The Alternate Public ...

ANIMAL SERVICES FIELD SUPERVISOR

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$75K - $97K/yr

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill an anticipated full-time vacancy in the Washoe County Reginal Animal Services department. The list established ...

LEAD HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$69K - $90K/yr

Conditions of Employment The Washoe County Employees Association (WCEA) Non-Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Lead Heavy Equipment Operator position. Employees in this ...

Position Information Under immediate supervision, receives instruction in assigned curriculum of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office approved law enforcement academy and participates in training ...

JUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALIST I

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$67K - $87K/yr

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work. Washoe ...

DIVISION DIRECTOR - HUMAN SERVICES

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$178K - $249K/yr

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work. Washoe ...

DEPUTY SHERIFF

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

This is an Open Competitive / Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill current vacancies at the Washoe County Sheriff's Office. The list established from this recruitment may be ...

UTILITY SYSTEMS WORKER III

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$67K - $87K/yr

Position Information Under general supervision, performs lead work in the installation, maintenance, repair and inspection of Washoe County recycled water distribution systems, sanitary sewer ...

SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$90K - $117K/yr

Per the Washoe County Background and Reference Checks Policy, new and rehired employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation. Effective January 1, 2025, the $39.00 ...

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR II

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$87K - $113K/yr

This work requires long periods of standing and walking with intermittent periods of siting at a desk, table, or Washoe County Sheriff's Office marked patrol vehicle. May require hiking and walking ...

DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER

DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER

Washoe County

Reno, NV โ€ข On-site

$112K - $241K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Position Information THE WASHOE COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Public Defender in the Criminal Division. Attorneys in the Criminal Division represent clients at all stages of criminal proceedings with an emphasis on holistic defense. Prior experience and demonstrated interests in criminal defense and/or serving vulnerable populations are preferred but not required.

The Public Defender's Office offers a comprehensive training program and a supportive team environment. The salary range starts at $112,694. Washoe County provides employer-paid contributions to PERS, health insurance, and a wide range of other competitive benefits.

Our office is located in Reno, NV at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and less than one hour from beautiful Lake Tahoe A successful candidate must be fully admitted to the Nevada bar on or before the start date. Nevada does not have reciprocity with any other jurisdictions. The Washoe County Public Defender's Office offers competitive salary and benefits in the public service sector in Northern Nevada.

Salary for the entry level position starts at $112,694.40 annually. Minimum Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Graduation from a recognized law school and some experience in the practice of law; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Current membership in the Bar in the State of Nevada

A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment. DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER I Graduation from a recognized law school and some experience in the practice of law; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER II Graduation from a recognized law school and one year of full-time experience in the practice of law equivalent to that of a Deputy Public Defender I in Washoe County; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER III Graduation from a recognized law school and two years of full-time experience in the practice of law equivalent to that of a Deputy Public Defender II in Washoe County; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER IV Graduation from a recognized law school and two years of full-time experience in the practice of law equivalent to that of a Deputy Public Defender III in Washoe County; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada or eligible for immediate admission to the Nevada bar.

Training provided in a team-based atmosphere. Conditions of Employment This is a fulltime government position and salary range, depending on experience, is $112,694.40 - $241,529.60 and comes with excellent benefits including health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and employer-paid public employee retirement. For a full review of benefits visit https://www.washoecounty.us/humanresources/Benefits/index.php

Reference and background checks will be conducted on selected applicants. What Happens Next To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume to Joseph Goodnight, Chief Deputy Public Defender, at jgoodnight@washoecounty.gov.