SALARY/STEP INCREASES
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026
(Salary Increases contingent upon assessed values for previous fiscal year.)
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Top Step of Applicable Salary Range
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
Attorneys may have the opportunity to work a flexible 9/80 work schedule.
VICTORVILLE/JOSHUA TREE ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVE
Candidates assigned to the Victorville or Joshua Tree offices may be eligible to receive an additional incentive of $77 per pay period ($2002 annually).
_ See_Attorney MOUfor details and criteria.
The Office of the Public Defender is recruiting for Deputy Public Defenders I/II/III/IV. These positions offer an exciting opportunity for a challenging career in criminal trial work. Incumbents represent indigent defendants and provide skilled legal counsel and courtroom advocacy at all critical phases of state level criminal and civil commitment litigation. Public Defenders conduct legal research, prepare and argue motions, writs, briefs and opinions; interview and counsel clients; participate in developing effective investigation plans for clients; negotiate with opposing counsel; and prepare and conduct trials.
We are also currently recruiting for Deputy Public Defender I; a separate application is required for the Deputy Public Defender I level.
Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills.
Initial Appointment Your application will be reviewed for eligibility for the Deputy Public Defender II, III, and IV levels. Job offers for the initial appointment may be made at any level based on qualifications and department needs. It is to your advantage to be explicit with your work history on your application. Be sure to indicate your level of interest on the supplemental questionnaire. The Deputy Public Defender series accelerated advancement up to the IV level per criteria specified in the Attorney MOU (see page 58 ).
*Please Note: Salary posted is the range for the II-IV levels. Please see job description and salary range for each level below:
Deputy Public Defender I
$91,395 - $100,880 Annually
Deputy Public Defender II
$105,934 - $116,937 Annually
Deputy Public Defender III
$122,782 - $135,512 Annually
Deputy Public Defender IV
$145,683 - $195,665 Annually
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Assignment: Assignments may be made at any location throughout the County depending on the needs of the department.
Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation. A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Background: Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, prior to appointmentState Bar: Those hired must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California. This status must be maintained in order to remain employed in this classification.
Promotion: Deputy Public Defender I positions are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Defender II, III or IV upon meeting the minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation (see MOU for details). Deputy Public Defender IV positions may earn up to $189,966 annually.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
License:
Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California. (Members in good standing of California State Bar who have been assigned a license number but have inactive membership status, as well as candidates licensed out of state pending California Bar Exam results/license, are welcome to apply. Active California Bar license will be required prior to hire.)
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Experience:
Deputy Public Defender II: Six (6) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- One (1) year of trial experience as an attorney.
Deputy Public Defender III: Eighteen (18) months ofcriminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- Two (2) years of trial experience as an attorney.
Deputy Public Defender IV: Thirty (30) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- Three (3) years of trial experience as an attorney.
For more details, please review the announcement at www.sbcounty.gov/jobs. Application can be made on-line – apply ASAP. (909) 387-8304 - EEO/ADA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $91,395.20 - $195,665.60 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
- San Bernardino, CA (Required)
Work Location: In person
