Assistant Public Defender

nc· Judicial Branch
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📍 Johnston County, NCFull time💰 USD 56K–104K

About this role

Agency

Indigent Defense Services

Division

PUBLIC DEFENDER 13 DISTRICT

Job Classification Title

Assistant Public Defender (NS)

Position Number

65039826

Grade

30013288

About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

SALARY GRADE:  $56,000.00 - $104,338.00

The Office of the Public Defender, District 13, Johnston County, seeks a qualified individual to serve as an Assistant Public Defender.  The selected candidate will represent indigent persons charged with criminal offenses in District Court.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies:

Knowledge of: Federal, State, common and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case, statutory, regulatory and common law; NC General Statutes to defend criminal cases; judicial and quasi-judicial procedures; and legal research methods.

Skills in: strong communication, writing, interviewing, and organization.

Ability to: analyze facts, laws, rules, regulations, interpretations, and related written documents and apply applicable law to those facts; conduct legal research; plan, develop and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results; prepare, organize and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections; and express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner.
 

Supplemental and Contact Information:

INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.

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All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.



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Charmaine J. Leeks
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division
https://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers


Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.



Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.
 

Attach cover letter and résumé. 

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Charmaine James Leeks

Email:

HumanResources@nccourts.org

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Assistant Public Defender role at nc?
The listed salary for this Assistant Public Defender position at nc is USD 56K–104K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Assistant Public Defender position at nc located?
This Assistant Public Defender role at nc is based in Johnston County, NC. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Assistant Public Defender role at nc full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Assistant Public Defender role in the Judicial Branch department at nc.
Which team or department does the Assistant Public Defender at nc belong to?
This Assistant Public Defender position is part of the Judicial Branch department at nc. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Assistant Public Defender job at nc posted?
This Assistant Public Defender position at nc was posted on Sep 23, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Assistant Public Defender
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