All positions:

• Must be a current member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association, OR must be a current member in good standing of another State Bar Association AND must become a member of the Washington State Bar Association by passing the next Washington State Bar exam.
• Spanish language fluency is desired.
• Background Check must meet County Criteria for criminal justice positions.
• Must have a driving record that meets County standards and possess a valid driver’s license at time of hire and throughout employment.

Deputy II:

• Successful completion of two years as a Whatcom County Deputy I in the Whatcom County Public Defender’s Office and performance-based approval of promotion by the Public Defender, OR
• Three years of experience as a public defender, prosecuting attorney, or private criminal defense counsel and qualified under the Standards of Indigent Defense to handle felony cases.

Senior Deputy I:

• Successful completion of two years as a Deputy II in the Whatcom County Public Defender’s Office OR
• Six years of experience as a public defender, prosecuting attorney, or private criminal defense counsel AND
• Qualified under the Standards of Indigent Defense to handle felony cases OR qualified for class A.

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