Public Defender
County of Nevada Nevada City, CA, USA
- Location: Nevada City, CA, USA
- Categories: Legal Services
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Feb 18, 2026
Job Description:
Public Defender
Description
Public Defender
County of Nevada, California
Nevada City, CA
Annual Salary: $192,250.92 – $234,698.76 DOE/DOQ
The County of Nevada, California, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Public Defender to lead the Public Defender’s Office and advance integrated approaches that connect legal advocacy with services and support for vulnerable community members. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide strong courtroom leadership while working closely with the Health and Human Services Agency and justice system partners to support diversion, treatment-based solutions, and whole-person approaches to care. The Public Defender oversees a team of 14 total staff and a $3.8 million budget, serves as a key legal advisor to County leadership, and guides case strategy, staff development, and the continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and service delivery. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in criminal law and public defense administration, along with the ability to maintain a positive work culture, and set clear direction and follow-through with consistency and reliability. Advance justice through strong advocacy and whole-person, client-centered leadership, apply today!
View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/b7752744-ed59-463d-b3de-a55193473a81
HOW TO APPLY
For first consideration, apply by March 16 at https://apptrkr.com/6935625
SAVE THE DATES
Round one virtual interviews will take place on April 21. Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews on May 4. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact your recruiter, Terri Maus-Nisich, with any inquiries:
- 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free
- 541-664-0376 (direct)
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6935625