PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21004715
State of FloridaAbout the role
Requisition No: 849073
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21004715
Pay Plan: Pub.DefndrsJAC PIB
Position Number: 21004715
Salary: $65,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 09/15/2025
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PUBLIC DEFENDER’S OFFICE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT-ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER – 004715
Why watch it on TV when you can live it every day in the exciting field of criminal law! The drama of the courtroom can be a reality for you as an Assistant Public Defender in the 19th Judicial Circuit. We provide training, CLE seminars, top-rated computer and video technology, competitive salaries, full benefits and pay all overhead while you are able to focus on this exciting and rewarding field. You won’t be bored! Must be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar, license required. Visit us at www.pd19.org EEOC
Salaries and Benefits
Starting Salary for an Assistant Public Defender $65,000
Plus the following annual benefits:
Employer Health Insurance Contribution $21,613
(Employee responsibility - $8.34/month for individual)
Employer Retirement Contribution $20,520
Total Annual Salary and Benefits: $107,133
Additional Benefits
- à $25,000.00 life insurance policy
- à Annual leave - 13 days per year, increases with length of service
- à Sick leave - 13 days per year
- à Paid holidays – 13 days per year
- à Short-term disability insurance - paid by the State of Florida
- à State retirement benefits - vesting after 8 years in pension plan or 1 year in the investment plan
- à Optional employee paid supplement insurance plans available (vision, dental, cancer, hospitalization, and disability)
- à Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) - Applies to pension plan members, and will result in a lump sum payment of accumulated benefits, for a period of up to five years
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