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What is the difference between State Public Defender vs Public Defender Investigator?

AspectState Public DefenderPublic Defender Investigator
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, legal experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent, law enforcement or investigative background
Work EnvironmentLegal offices, courtroom settingsFieldwork, interviews, evidence gathering
Employer & IndustryState government, legal defensePublic defender offices, legal support roles
Primary RoleProvide legal defense for indigent clientsAssist attorneys by investigating cases and gathering evidence

The main difference is that the State Public Defender is a licensed attorney providing legal defense, while a Public Defender Investigator supports attorneys through investigation and evidence collection. Both roles are essential in the public defense system but differ in qualifications and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various State Public Defender job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Strategic COO: Operations, Finance & People Leader (Portland)

Portland, OR • On-site

Metropolitan Public Defender Services, Inc
Legal Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Metropolitan Public Defender Services, Incexternal

Full-time

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Job description

Metropolitan Public Defender Services, Inc. in Portland, OR, seeks a Chief Operating Officer to oversee core internal operations, including administrative systems, facilities, finance, HR, IT, policies, and data.

The COO will coordinate procurement and state/county contracts, align departments with executive strategy, and report directly to the Executive Director. This is a full-time, in-office exempt role with competitive compensation.

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