Deputy Public Defender 2

Under the direction of the Assistant Public Defender, assists the Assistant Public Defender in the performance of all professional duties necessary to the effective representation of indigent persons in post-conviction Megan’s Law tier (risk) hearings, motions to terminate Megan’s Law registration obligations, appeals from such hearings and motions, and other post-conviction proceedings related to Megan’s Law and Parole Supervision for Life (PSL); oversees and provides CLE training on Megan’s Law and PSL for trial and appellate attorneys throughout the agency; assists the Assistant Public Defender with pursuing litigation, special projects, amicus curie appearances, etc. regarding civil rights issues that impact the agency’s clients on a statewide or systemic basis, including issues related to the rights of incarcerated people, the rights of juveniles, parole, and expungements; supervises and oversees the operations of three Special Hearings Unit (SHU) offices throughout the state (Newark, Trenton, and Gibbsboro); and does other related duties as required.Graduation from an accredited law school with a Bachelor of Laws Degree or Juris Doctorate Degree, where applicable.

A minimum of five (5) years of legal experience as a practicing attorney-at-law.  Also, applicants should have excellent legal writing skills and demonstrate leadership abilities.

Appointees must be licensed as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

If you are applying under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: [email protected], or call CSC at (833) 691-0404.