Deputy District Attorney I

White Pine County; Ely (NV); On-site; USD 103,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

White Pine County in Ely, NV is seeking a Deputy District Attorney I for District Court to prosecute or defend civil and criminal matters under the District Attorney's direction.

The position requires a Juris Doctor, active Nevada Bar license, and a valid Nevada driver's license. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing legal documents and advising county departments, with a focus on courtroom advocacy and accurate legal reasoning.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Nevada.
• Valid Nevada driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Continued employment contingent on licenses/certificates being active.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute or defend civil and criminal cases in a Nevada court.
• Prepare and review a variety of legal documents.
• Provide legal counsel and advice to County departments.

Skills

Legal research

Written & oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Constitutional interpretation

Independent judgment

Education

Juris Doctorate

Nevada Bar admission

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Position

Deputy District Attorney I - District Court

Schedule

Full Time

LOCATION:

Ely, NV

Salary

$103,055-$107,745 annually

Summary

Under direction of the District Attorney this position is responsible for providing professional legal services involved in the prosecution or defense of civil and criminal cases in a court of law in the State of Nevada; prepares and reviews a variety of legal documents; provides legal counsel and advice to County departments.

Minimum/Preferred Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree. Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Nevada: Valid Nevada Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Application of legal principles to individual cases or problems; judicial procedure and rules of evidence; applicable laws, codes and regulations.
• Computer applications, particularly as related to the performance of legal research; correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
• Understanding and interpreting constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations and precedents; interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, regulations and court decisions.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; maintaining accurate records of work performed; compiling and summarizing information.

White Pine County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal, state, and local laws. We strive to ensure that our workplace is accessible and welcoming to all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities.