Deputy Public Defender 0417.006

Washington County, Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

EAP program

APERS retirement

Job summary

Washington County, Arkansas is seeking a Deputy Public Defender to provide legal representation for indigent defendants in Circuit, Municipal, and Juvenile Courts. Responsibilities include handling felony jury trials, misdemeanor cases, and juvenile delinquency defense while upholding constitutional rights.

Must pass criminal background check, obtain required security clearances, and comply with county policies. This full-time position offers benefits eligibility and a standard 40-hour workweek.

Job description

WASHINGTON COUNTY IS UNDER A BURN BAN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

• Posted Date: 09/15/2026

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Position Title: Deputy Public Defender - Position number 0417.006

Department: Public Defender

Pay Grade: 22

Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance - EAP Program - Retirement APERS -Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System)

Vacation, Sick time, Holiday time

Job Summary:

The incumbent provides representation for indigent criminal defendants in Circuit, Municipal, and Juvenile Courts within Washington County. Represent criminal defendants at felony jury trials, criminal defendants as misdemeanor court cases, and juvenile court delinquency defense cases. Ensure the constitutionality of convictions and protect the rights of defendants. Ensure that each situation is handled according to County policies.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
Washington County is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.