The Augusta Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender I.  Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. The primary responsibilities include assisting and/or handling indigent clients’ representation with criminal cases. The candidate must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or pending admittance.

Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and send a cover letter and resume to Lyndsey Hix at lhix@augustaga.gov.

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.  Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university, a license to practice law in the State of Georgia or be waiting on the Georgia Bar exam results.  Performs other related duties as required.