The Eastern Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to fill one (1) Assistant Public Defender I position. Primary assignment will be representing indigent clients with delinquency cases in the Juvenile Court of Chatham County. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. Emphasis will be placed upon candidates’ demonstrated commitment to indigent defense. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and send a cover letter and resume to Circuit Public Defender, Todd Martin at thmartin@chathamcounty.org.

Description of Duties:  The Assistant Public Defender I will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position performs beginning-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. Performs other related duties as required.