PUBLIC DEFENDER I

Job description

Position Number: 22184496 Full-Time Public Defender I County: Calhoun; Cleveland; Columbia; Dallas; Ouachita; Union Posting End Date: 04/30/2026 Anticipated Starting Salary: $71,027.00 Location: 13th Judicial District, ElDorado AR, 71730 ***ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK***: Position Information: Job Series: Public Defenders: Classification: Public Defender I – Career Path Class Code: LPD03P: Pay Grade: SPC03: Salary Range: $71,027 - $105,120: Job Summary: The Public Defender I is responsible for providing legal defense services to individuals who cannot afford private counsel, ensuring that all clients receive fair representation in accordance with state and federal laws. The ideal candidate must possess a valid law license in Arkansas and be prepared to represent clients in criminal defense matters, including pre-trial motions, trials, and post-conviction matters. Primary Responsibilities Meet or exceed the requirements for position of Public Defender I Represent indigent clients in criminal cases at all stages of the legal process, including pre-trial motions, trial preparation, trials, plea negotiations, and post-conviction proceedings as...