POSITION:  Deputy Public Defender

DEPARTMENT:  Juvenile/CHINS

WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time

JOB CATEGORY: Deputy Public Defender

SALARY: $44,407.00

STATUS:  Part-time w/Full-time Benefits

FLSA STATUS: 

DATES: May 4, 2026 until filled

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.

Incumbent serves as Deputy Public Defender handling Juvenile/CHINS cases at the Juvenile Justice Center

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Time Off (PTO) with generous accruals

Employer Paid Life Insurance coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care

Gym Membership Discounts to encourage wellness

Employer-Funded PERF (Public Employees' Retirement Fund)

Access to additional voluntary benefits and resources

Responsibilities

Deputy Public Defender handling Juvenile/CHINS cases at the Juvenile Justice Cener

Qualifications

This position is part-time, non-exempt, and is covered under the Saint Joseph County Employee Policy Manual.  Applicant must have experience level pursuant to State Public Defender Guidelines.

Applicant must complete a six- hour CHINS Certification Course offered by the Indiana Public Defenders Council

Education/Experience

Licensed Indiana Attorney in Good Standing with the Indiana Supreme Court.  Public Defender qualifications available at Public Defender Office