Deputy District Attorney II

Contra Costa County; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A county legal office is seeking a Deputy District Attorney II to enhance public safety and seek justice. The role encompasses interviewing victims, conducting hearings, and collaborating with defense attorneys while ensuring legal compliance. Candidates must have active membership in the State Bar of California and possess a California driver's license. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to serve the community in an impactful way, managing various legal responsibilities daily.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• One (1) year of full-time experience as a Deputy District Attorney I.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing and advising victims about criminal cases.
• Conducting preliminary felony hearings and trying cases.
• Researching and writing legal documents for court.
• Preparing pleadings and other case materials.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Legal & Regulatory Navigation

Professional Integrity & Ethics

Oral Communication

Writing

Negotiating

Teamwork

Valuing Diversity

Strategic Thinking & Perspective

Education

Active membership in the State Bar of California

Job description

Overview

The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is committed to seeking justice and enhancing public safety for all residents. We work to determine the best outcome for all parties in the criminal justice system by ethically and responsibly considering each case. The District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for Deputy District Attorney II on a continuous basis to fill current and future vacancies. Bargaining Unit: Deputy District Attorney's Association.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing and advising victims about criminal cases and court processes
• Conducting preliminary felony hearings, grand jury proceedings and trying felony and misdemeanor cases
• Filing and reviewing criminal complaints, motions, and other legal documents
• Collaborating with defense attorneys and judges to discuss plea agreements
• Researching and writing legal points and authorities and presenting them in court
• Preparing pleadings, legal documents, and other case materials in connection with trials, hearings and other legal proceedings

What You Might Love

• You will work in a fun and dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity
• You will serve the community through the daily pursuit of justice
• You are passionate about working in a courtroom environment and will have the honor of representing the People of the State of California
• You will be challenged daily in a fast-paced work environment
• You will meet with diverse members of our community from all backgrounds and thoughtfully consider their perspective as you pursue each case

Challenges You Might Face

• You will manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• You will work as part of a team and have to ensure that your level of preparation sets others up for success
• You will need to stay current and adjust to trial and hearing procedures

Competencies

• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Negotiating: Reaching mutually satisfying agreements and compromise
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objective

Minimum Qualifications

• License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state Motor Vehicle Operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.
• Registration: Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience as a Deputy District Attorney I in Contra Costa County or prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization.

Selection Process

• Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
• Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire at the time of filing. The responses to the training and experience questions on the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate candidates\' relevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Deputy District Attorney II classification. (Weighted 100%)

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Angelica Tran at [e-mail]. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at [phone].

Conviction History

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

Disaster Service Worker

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.