This position is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 

Why Join Our Team

The Minnehaha County Public Advocate's Office is seeking a Deputy/Senior Deputy Public Advocate with excellent advocacy skills and who is committed to ensuring justice, humanity, and equality to indigent clients within the criminal justice system. Our attorneys prepare and manage a caseload of misdemeanor, felony, abuse and neglect, and mental health cases.

Consider a rewarding career with us and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous PTO program; extended sick leave program; inclusion into the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); and a deferred compensation plan!

***Please attach a cover letter to the online application.***

For a full list of qualifications and to apply visit: http://jobs.minnehahacounty.gov.  Please include both a cover letter and resume with online application.  Contact Human Resources with questions at 605-367-4337.

Posting to remain open until the position is filled. Application review begins on February 17, 2026.

SALARY: $3,780.00 - $4,376.00/Biweekly

CLOSE DATE: Continuous

EEO Statement

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.