DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - Middletown Juvenile Matters

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER MIDDLETOWN JUVENILE MATTERS

Applications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender for Middletown Juvenile. This position is accountable for zealously representing children and carrying a caseload in both Juvenile Delinquency and Child Protection.

Qualifications:Candidates should have experience in delinquency defense, criminal defense, and/or child protection and be currently admitted to the Connecticut Bar.

Applicants who took the July Bar are eligible for consideration although appointment to the position is contingent upon admission to the Connecticut Bar.

Starting Salary:$93,275.00 - $105,249.00 based on experience with full State benefits.

Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form.

All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-Opportunities

Internal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney Application

Supplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References and Resume.

PACKAGE and emailed to: Renee.Cimino@pds.ct.gov and OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov no later than SEPTEMBER 29, 2025. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DPDS is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person