Attorney - Assistant Conflict Defender

The Conflict Defender’s Office represents indigent individuals in Criminal Court, Family Court, and County Court proceedings. The Assistant Conflict Defender is accountable for providing high quality representation to our clients.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing each case efficiently and expeditiously;
• Advising and counseling each client;
• Establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with each client;
• Effective and efficient use of investigators, mitigation and placement specialists and other support staff;
• Ability to seek assistance from experts appropriate to the case;
• Demonstrating professional demeanor;
• Exercising sound judgment to achieve desired results; and,
• Willingness to interview clients in jails and in juvenile detention facilities

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the State of New York;
• Excellent verbal, computer, and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely;
• Bilingual skills: English/Spanish helpful but not required; and
• Valid New York Driver’s License, proof of automobile insurance and reliable vehicle, as travel is required.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with candidate’s years of experience, with range of $80,000 - $104,000.

How to Apply

Apply online at mycivilservice.schenectadycounty.com and include a resume, cover letter and writing sample. Please include information in your cover letter to support your qualifications for this position.

Schenectady County is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all people regardless of protected class status, including race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, or any other impermissible basis.

Schenectady County offers exceptional benefits
Health Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement and Savings Plans
NYS Pension System
457(b) Deferred Compensation
529 College Saving Plan
Additional Benefits
Paid Holidays
Vacation, Personal, Bereavement, and Sick Leave
Paid Family Leave for Bonding with Child
Free Tuition at SUNY Schenectady and Tuition Assistance at other educational institutions
Gym Reimbursement
Free CDTA Bus Pass
Employee Assistance Program

About Schenectady County
What makes Schenectady County different from other communities? We believe it’s the people, working together to create a place that people want to live, do business, and visit to enjoy all that we have to offer. Schenectady County continues to think differently, looking for new and innovative ways to deliver the important programs and services that make Schenectady County unique. 

Strong County leadership has helped foster cooperation among the various levels of government to reduce waste and eliminate duplication. Through intergovernmental cooperation, the County and our communities have saved hundreds of thousands of dollars and leveraged our combined resources and talents to secure additional federal and state funds to expand upon this highly successful endeavor. 

Schenectady County is a community with a rich past and bright future. So many in our community have worked hard to make all of our success possible and have made Schenectady County a great place to work, live, and raise a family.

Schenectady County Human Resources
620 State Street, 2nd Floor, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 388 - 4233 ● www.SchenectadyCounty.com
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Branch
Schenectady County Public Library

More information about Schenectady County and employment opportunities are available on the Schenectady County website at:
www.SchenectadyCounty.com