Assistant Public Defender

Ontario County Public Defender’s Office is looking for qualified applicants to fill full-time Assistant Public Defender position in their office.

Salary :

•   2026 – New Associate Level Attorney starting rate of pay (Step 1) is $102,779/yr.               2026 – Experienced Level Attorney starting rate of pay (Step 1) is $121,299/yr. *** Please note adjustments up to Step 4 maybe made based upon experience and with the approval of the Ontario County Board of Supervisors. ***   Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 3% deferred compensation match, NYS retirement pension, employee wellness programming, and generous leave provided.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• County Values:   All employees of Ontario County are expected to uphold and exhibit the County’s shared values and behaviors to achieve the CountyR...