Job Details for Investigator
| Court Name/Organization | Oregon Federal Public Defender |
| Overview of the Position | Investigators are part of the Federal Public Defender team representing qualified defendants charged with federal crimes ranging from drug offenses to murder to complex fraud, as well as individuals challenging state convictions through federal habeas corpus proceedings. Investigators work under the direction of the case attorney, investigator supervisor, and the Federal Defender to uncover the facts to effectively advocate for our clients at all stages of their cases including pretrial release, motions, trials, sentencing, and post-sentence proceedings. |
| Location | Portland, OR |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 02/03/2026 - 04/05/2026 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | JSP 11 - JSP 14 |
| Salary | $80,465 - $176,183 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://or.fd.org/faqs/employment |
| Announcement Number | 2026-02 |
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The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.