Public Defender
OCEA members in the Public Defender’s office are represented by union stewards and a professional staff of labor relations representatives. Standing together, every OCEA member in the Public Defender’s office plays a role in achieving better wages, retirement security and fair rights on the job.
The information below is a resource for all OCEA members in the Public Defender’s office. Below, you will find a list of stewards and staff representatives for OCEA members assigned to the Public Defender’s office. You’ll also find the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which is the negotiated union contract that sets forth the wages, hours and working conditions guiding your employment. And you can also find updates and news from OCEA about what’s happening in your agency and across the County.
Stay informed: Union news that affects you!
OCEA Virtual Health Fair Opportunity Drawing--WINNERS!
October 26, 2020
While COVID-19 prevented us from having an in-person Health Fair this year, we still had the opportunity to bring the health and wellness information, giveaways, and fun that is the OCEA Health Fair to our members in new and innovative ways.
Got a Headache? Attend virtual UCI Seminar on Headaches and Migraines
October 9, 2020
We have heard from many of you that you miss our “members only” events previously held at OCEA Headquarters or at various work locations. These seminars on personal finance, health and recreational activities are designed to help you with both your personal and professional development.
Video: Ballots are Arriving!
October 9, 2020
Election Day is already here. Ballots are arriving in your mailbox this week and are being returned by mail and at secure Ballot Drop Boxes across Orange County.
OCEA Voter Guide for Nov. 3 General Election
October 7, 2020
OCEA’s political involvement has one focus—to provide advice and advocacy that advances the interests of working people and their families. Part of that mission includes providing guidance and analysis to OCEA members about candidates who, as elected officials, enact policies governing every aspect of our workplace lives.
Getting a flu shot is more important than ever!
October 6, 2020
It's time for your annual flu shot and OCEA is holding a clinic with social distancing precautions firmly in place.
PUBLIC DEFENDER STEWARDS
Joseph Arrocha
Judy Bowling
Erick Castellanos
Jorge Castro
Lubna Debbini
Lissette Duran
Marco Garcia
Leticia Guerrero
Jessica Herrera
Mimi Lam
Sergio Mejia
Sergio Moya
Rene Pena
Jhosue Perez
Isabel Quintero
Carmen Saavedra
Ena Toledano
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OCEA LABOR RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE
Sam Rice
Labor Relations Specialist
Michelle Rubio
Senior Labor Relations Representative