The Clayton Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender II.  Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position, including preparing cases for trial, and zealously advocating and defending their clients. Candidates must have acquired a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and submit a cover letter and resume to Zenobia Wade at Zenobia.wade@claytoncountyga.gov.

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