Date Posted:

January 6, 2016

Salary:

$157,414-$191,339 annual base and competitive compensation package

Description:

San Joaquin County is seeking a proven leader to manage and direct the Public Defender’s Office, upon the forthcoming retirement of the incumbent. The Public Defender is responsible for leading, managing and administering the programs, functions, budgets, operations and staff and for participating in the preparation and defense of a variety of criminal and civil matters. The Public Defender ensures that assigned programs and operations comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This position is an executive level at-will position appointed by the County Board of Supervisors and is exempt from the San Joaquin County Civil Service System.

Qualifications:

Desirable qualifications: seven years of senior-level managerial attorney experience, including five years in the practice of criminal defense in a public agency setting. Required qualification: membership in the California State Bar.

How to Apply:

For online application go to: www. sjgov.org/hr or contact San Joaquin County Human Resources, 44 N. San Joaquin St., Suite 330, Stockton, CA 95202. For information contact Evelyn Oliveira at eoliveira@sjgov.org or (209) 468-8579. EOE

Filing Deadline:

January 29, 2016