DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I (CRIMINAL)

Washoe County; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County's District Attorney's Office seeks Deputy District Attorney I candidates for the Criminal Division. Starting in early January 2027, these entry-level attorneys will be introduced to the practice of law within the District Attorney's Office.

A Nevada bar license and ABA-accredited law degree are required, with a background check and fingerprints as part of the process. The position is unclassified and appointed, with residency in Nevada or nearby California communities on the first

Qualifications

• Requires ABA-accredited law degree.
• Some experience in the practice of law is preferred.
• Current and valid license to practice law in Nevada (Nevada State Bar).
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Unclassified, appointed position; background check and fingerprints required.
• Must reside in Nevada or nearby California on first day of work.

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Incoming Washoe County District Attorney Wes Duncan is accepting applications for Deputy District Attorney I position(s) in the Criminal Division.

Intent: Mr. Duncan seeks candidates wishing to work in the new administration starting early January 2027.

Please note: The interview process will be competitive and open to all applicants.

The Deputy District Attorney I performs entry-level professional legal work that is designed to introduce the Deputy to the practice of law in the District Attorney's Office.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php

Equivalent to graduation from an ABA accredited law school and some experience in the practice of law.

License Or Certificate

Current and valid license to practice law from the Nevada Supreme Court and membership in the State Bar of Nevada.

Possession of a valid driver's license. This is an unclassified, appointed position.

Upon selection, candidates must successfully pass an extensive background check and investigation conducted by the District Attorney’s Office and submit a complete set of fingerprints.

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.

Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification. Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.

Washoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.

Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.