No. The listing marks the position as non-remote (on-site).

What employer is hiring?

Minnehaha County, via minnehahacounty.com.

Where is the job located?

Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minnesota, United States, per the provided location data.

Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Defender at Minnehaha County

Company: Minnehaha County
Location: Saint Cloud, Stearns County
Salary: $3,780–$4,376/yr

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Full Time
Saint Cloud, Stearns County
Posted 5 days ago
$3,780–$4,376/yr
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$3,780–$4,376/yr

Minnehaha County at a glance

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Minnehaha County (minnehahacounty.com) is a county government employer. This listing is for a Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Defender role supporting indigent defense work in the public sector.

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Join the fight for fair representation: Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office is seeking a Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Defender based in Saint Cloud, Stearns County to provide skilled legal advocacy for those who need it most. This is a full-time position dedicated to delivering vigorous defense in criminal and juvenile proceedings.

Role Overview

As a Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Defender, you'll represent indigent clients who cannot afford private counsel. Your role centers on delivering skilled advocacy, building strong client relationships, and protecting constitutional rights throughout the court system. This position is critical to ensuring fair representation in our criminal and juvenile justice system.

What You'll Do

Represent clients in criminal and juvenile court proceedings
Conduct thorough client interviews and develop case strategies
Research case law, statutes, and legal precedent
Prepare case documentation and legal motions
Negotiate with prosecutors and court officials
Advocate for clients in plea negotiations and trial
Maintain professional relationships with courts and partners in the legal system
Manage multiple active cases and deadlines efficiently

Skills & Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree with good standing in bar admission
Active license to practice law
Excellent oral and written communication abilities
Strong advocacy and negotiation skills
Commitment to serving low-income clients
Ability to work effectively under pressure with heavy caseloads
Professional judgment and ethical conduct

More About Minnehaha County

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office serves the community by ensuring that indigent clients receive the skilled legal representation they deserve. The office works across both criminal and juvenile justice systems, addressing cases ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. If you're passionate about criminal justice and committed to upholding the right to counsel, this role offers meaningful work in service of your community.

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The posting places the role in Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minnesota. Minnesota is an Upper Midwestern state bordered by Canada to the north and by Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota; its northeast corner has a water boundary with Michigan (Wikipedia).

Minnesota is a state in the Upper Midwestern region of the United States. It is bordered by the Canadian provinces of Manitoba and Ontario to the north and east and by the U.S. states of Wisconsin to the east, Iowa to the south, and North Dakota and South Dakota to the west. The northeast corner has a water boundary with Michigan. It is the 12th-largest U.S. state in area and the 22nd-most populou

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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank

Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED

National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)

GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank

Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank

Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD

Cost of living in Minnesota: 1.4% below the national average — via BEA

Median household income in Stearns County: $76,447 — via US Census ACS / Data USA

Nearby history: Stearns County Courthouse and Jail, listed 1982 (171m away) — via National Register of Historic Places

Typical climate: average high 54°F / low 32°F year-round (summers around 80°F, winters around 5°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals

Walkability: Above average walkable (12.5/20) — via EPA National Walkability Index

Typical rent nearby: $919/mo (1BR) · $1,206/mo (2BR) — via HUD Fair Market Rents

Elevation 314m (1,030 ft)

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Build the skills for this role

Build strength in criminal procedure, evidence, and client-centered advocacy. Prioritize courtroom presence, rapid case triage, and ethical judgment under high caseloads. Study local court rules and sentencing frameworks relevant to public defense practice.

Expect scenario questions on plea advice, conflicts, and balancing zealous advocacy with limited resources. Prepare examples of trial or hearing work, client communication under stress, and how you prioritize a heavy docket. Know core Sixth Amendment and Brady concepts.

Strong fit for licensed attorneys who want courtroom-heavy public defense work in county government, with resilience for volume practice and a service-oriented mindset.

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Listing facts

Role Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Defender
Employer Minnehaha County
Location Saint Cloud, Stearns County
Type Full Time
Pay (from listing) $3,780–$4,376/yr
Posted July 9, 2026
Apply by 2026-08-09
Country context US
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