Deputy District Attorney I-V (Hiring Bonus)

County of Imperial; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

County of Imperial seeks a Deputy District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases in municipal and superior courts and to represent the DA's office in jury trials. The role requires admission to the California Bar and a license to practice law in California, with duties performed under varying supervision levels.

A valid driver's license may be needed and the county offers a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates should have strong legal research, writing skills, and courtroom experience, with

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in California.
• Experience prosecuting criminal cases is preferred.
• Ability to conduct jury trials and present evidence.
• Strong research and writing skills essential for pleadings.
• Valid California driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prosecutes criminal cases in municipal and superior courts.
• Conducts jury trials representing the District Attorney's office.

Skills

Trial experience

Criminal law

Evidence handling

Courtroom procedure

Legal research

Education

Licensed California Bar (JD)

Active California law license

Job description

Basic Function and Distinguishing Characteristics

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Assistant District Attorney, prosecutes criminal cases in the municipal and superior courts; conducts jury trials representing the District Attorney's office.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Deputy District Attorney I incumbents perform professional legal duties under close supervision including continual review of assigned work. The Deputy District Attorney II classification is an experienced-level class, and incumbents require only moderate supervision. Deputy District Attorney III incumbents have achieved a level of competence such that only minimal supervision is required. Deputy District Attorney IV is the advanced level class in the series. Incumbents operate under general direction and guidelines of the department and provide training and technical expertise to others as assigned.

Education And Experience

Any combination equivalent to: consistent with requirements to be licensed by the State of California to practice law.

Licenses And Other Requirements

Valid California driver's license; license by the State Bar to practice law in the State of California.

Supplemental Information

A valid driver’s license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC

• 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.

The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call [phone] or TTY [phone].

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About Imperial County

Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County’s eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page:https://hr.imperialcounty.org/medical-plans/

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Are you licensed by the State Bar to practice law in the State of California?

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• No
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