ATTORNEY I–IV | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ – PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE
- County of Santa Cruz
- 701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, USA
- Nov 10, 2026
Job Description
⚖️ NOW HIRING: ATTORNEY I–IV | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ – PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE
Are you passionate about justice, advocacy, and making a meaningful difference in people's lives?
The County of Santa Cruz Public Defender's Office is looking for dedicated attorneys to join a collaborative team committed to courageous, compassionate, and client-centered representation.
Whether you're a new attorney looking to develop your courtroom skills or an experienced defender ready to take on complex cases, this is an opportunity to grow professionally while making a real impact in your community.
Why Join Our Team?
- Work alongside a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
- Gain meaningful courtroom and litigation experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and development.
- Help advance equal justice and provide holistic, client-centered representation.
💼 Positions: Attorney I–IV
💰 Salary: $9,772 – $21,372 monthly
📅 Final Filing Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
👉 Visit www.santacruzcountyjobs.com to view the full job announcement and submit your application.
We encourage qualified candidates who share our commitment to public service and equal justice to apply!
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The County’s natural beauty spans from its coastal beaches to its redwood forests. The County also has excellent shopping throughout the local communities and features a lively downtown area in the City of Santa Cruz and Capitola.
The ideal Mediterranean climate features low humidity with a typical 300 days of sunshine a year. Its unique shops and restaurants, coupled with a multitude of cultural and recreational activities, including theater, music, art, as well as golfing, surfing, hiking and biking offer a wealth of leisure activities. Higher education includes Cabrillo College and the University of California, Santa Cruz, with two additional State Universities less than an hour away. These elements of high-quality living make Santa Cruz one of California’s most desirable areas.