VENTURA, Calif. — The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office is inviting job seekers, legal professionals, and community members to explore public service career opportunities during the upcoming 2026 County of Ventura Career & Resource Expo, county officials announced.
The public recruitment event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the County Government Center Courtyard, situated between the Hall of Administration and the Hall of Justice at 800 South Victoria Avenue in Ventura.
Representatives from across the District Attorney's Office will be on site to discuss agency operations, answer questions regarding open positions, and share insights on serving local residents through public safety, victim advocacy, and legal administration roles.
Diverse Public Safety and Legal Career Pathways
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office serves as the primary prosecution agency for Ventura County, handling criminal cases across all municipalities and unincorporated areas. The agency employs a wide range of specialized personnel beyond courtroom prosecutors, offering diverse career tracks for individuals with varying educational backgrounds and professional skill sets.
Attendees at the upcoming expo will have the opportunity to connect directly with working professionals across several agency divisions:
- Deputy District Attorneys: Prosecutors handling cases across Major Crimes, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Financial Crimes, and Special Operations units.
- Bureau of Investigation: Sworn peace officers and criminal investigators conducting field inquiries, witness interviews, and evidence gathering.
- Victim Services Division: Professional advocates providing guidance, crisis intervention, financial restitution support, and trial assistance to crime victims and families.
- Communications & Media Relations: Public Information Officers managing community outreach, media requests, and digital announcements.
- Administrative & Professional Support: Clerical staff, legal secretaries, paralegals, IT specialists, and records management personnel supporting daily office operations.
"Meet our prosecutors, investigators, victim advocates, professional staff, and more to learn what it's like to serve the community through a career in public service. Whether you're interested in law, investigations, victim services, communications, or administrative support, our team will be there to answer your questions and share current career opportunities," the Ventura County District Attorney's Office announced in an official public notification.
"We look forward to meeting you!" agency representatives added in their public invitation to county job seekers.
Event Location and Visitor Information
The 2026 County of Ventura Career & Resource Expo offers a centralized venue for job seekers to meet representatives from multiple county departments in a single afternoon. Attendees are encouraged to bring updated copies of their resumes and prepare questions regarding application requirements, civil service examinations, and hiring timelines.
Public sector employment with Ventura County offers competitive compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, retirement pensions, and continuous opportunities for professional growth and specialized training across public safety agencies.
In addition to entry-level administrative and legal support staff roles, the District Attorney's Office frequently seeks experienced lateral transfers for sworn investigative positions and practicing attorneys looking to transition into criminal prosecution.
Recruiters and agency representatives at the booth will provide step-by-step guidance on navigating the online civil service application portal, preparing for structured panel interviews, and understanding the background investigation process required for law enforcement and prosecutorial agency personnel.
- Event Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- Event Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. PDT
- Location: County Government Center Courtyard (located between the Hall of Administration and the Hall of Justice)
- Address: 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003
The County Government Center Courtyard is accessible via Victoria Avenue and Telephone Road, with public visitor parking available in adjacent lots. Local bus routes operated by Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) also serve the Government Center transfer hub.
Job seekers unable to attend the in-person event can view current job openings, civil service job specifications, and application details directly through the official Ventura County District Attorney's Office website or the County of Ventura Human Resources portal.
Sources
Ventura County District Attorney's Office Official Facebook Announcement