Careers

OPDC Job Opportunities

The Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) posts vacancies through the Oregon Jobs page. Below are the current job listings for OPDC.

The Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Procurement Analyst to support the planning, development, and management of contracts and agreements that are essential to agency operations. In this role, you will work closely with program staff, technical experts, and legal counsel to develop solicitations, evaluate proposals, ensure compliance with applicable laws and procedures, and support the execution of contracts that deliver best value. This position also plays an important role in maintaining accurate procurement records, supporting contract administration, and contributing to process improvements that strengthen efficiency, transparency, and ethical procurement practices. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and motivated to support effective public service through high-quality procurement work, we encourage you to apply!

Procurement Analyst Job Listing

The Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) Trial Division is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Secretary for our Portland office to provide comprehensive administrative and case support to attorneys, paralegals, and investigators representing clients in criminal defense matters. In this role, you will help manage case files and attorney calendars, coordinate court filings and deadlines, and support a fast-paced legal team dedicated to protecting the constitutional rights of individuals facing criminal charges. If you are organized, reliable, and interested in contributing to a mission-driven public defense office, we encourage you to apply.

Legal Secretary Job Listing

Join the Oregon Public Defense Commission’s Trial Division in Portland as a Receptionist and serve as the first point of contact for clients, families, courts, and community partners! In this fast-paced public defense office, you will play a key role in ensuring clients are welcomed, information is handled accurately, and communications are routed effectively so attorneys can focus on representation. If you are organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, and able to exercise sound judgment in a high-volume environment, we encourage you to apply and support our mission of equitable access to justice.

Reception Job Listing

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External Public Defender Job Opportunities

The information provided below is employment or opportunities outside of the Oregon Public Defense Commission. OPDC has no role in the hiring process of these organizations. Our goal is to help spread and collect information to facilitate connection between those interested in working in public defense and the entities that are seeking those people.

To post a job opening, email ProviderJobs@opds.state.or.us

Public Defense Interest Card

This form is to confirm your interest in a career path in public defense. By completing this form your information will be provided to public defense organizations in Oregon.

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County: Multnomah
Posting: Case Manager Job Posting
Deadline: Open Until Filled

Careers

OPDC Job Opportunities

The Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) posts vacancies through the Oregon Jobs page. Below are the current job listings for OPDC.

Procurement Analyst

Legal Secretary

Receptionist

External Public Defender Job Opportunities

Multnomah Defenders Incorporated (MDI)Case Manager