Social Worker - Public Defender

SOCIAL WORKER – PUBLIC DEFENDER

"The law office of the Kootenai County Public Defender is a family of legal professionals that believes in the rule of law, due process and dignity for all."

***APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities

ATTACH COVER LETTER, RESUME, LETTERS OF REFERENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS***

This position requires a completed Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and working on a Master’s Degree in Social Work. This position works directly with both the attorney and the client to assist in preparing the client for court proceedings. The successful candidate will join a fast-paced environment where we focus on our clients’ needs and work together to help people charged with crimes.

• $55,016 annual salary
• Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), a pension plan with five year vesting, 11.18% employer contribution, and a lifetime payout upon retirement
• Excellent and comprehensive benefits package. For example, employee-only medical/dental/vision premium of only $55.33 per month (nicotine free rate). View our entire benefits package.
• 40 hours of vacation after 6 months of employment.
• Do you have student loan debt? This position is Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible allowing employees who qualify 100% student loan forgiveness

View the full job description: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kcgov/classspecs/1158033?keywords=social&pagetype=classSpecifications

DO YOU QUALIFY?

• Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree as well as some work on a Master’s Degree in Social Work?
• Do you have at least 1 year related experience (or equivalent combination of education & experience)?
• Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills?
• Do you possess or have the ability to possess a driver’s license and are you insurable?

THIS IS THE JOB FOR YOU IF:

• You are able to work with difficult persons reacting to difficult issues
• You enjoy working in a very busy office setting
• You have the ability to independently make decisions and exercise advanced judgment in completing tasks
• You are able to show discretion and deal tactfully with members of the public under stressful situations

CONTACT US:

Human Resources (208)446-1640

kcrecruit@kcgov.us

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OUR LOCATION: Located in beautiful northern Idaho, and home to approximately 180,000 residents, Kootenai County is surrounded by scenic mountains and more than twenty pristine lakes--an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The largest city and county seat is located in Coeur d'Alene and is on the majestic shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene. With a low crime rate, it is an ideal place to call home. Click here to learn more about living in Kootenai County.

TO APPLY: Apply online at https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities MUST ATTACH COVER LETTER, RESUME, LETTERS OF REFERENCE AND COPIES OF CERTIFICATIONS TO ONLINE APPLICATION. Must successfully pass the County’s pre-employment and subsequent drug testing. Must be able to pass a national finger print clearance background check.

EOE/Vets Preference/Drug Free Workplace