Deputy District Attorney II

COUNTY OF MENDOCINO

Ukiah (CA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

COUNTY OF MENDOCINO seeks a Deputy District Attorney II to handle criminal misdemeanors in Ukiah/Fort Bragg, CA. Under supervision, you prepare, file, and prosecute cases and assist department staff.

Bilingual English/Spanish is encouraged for applicants. Requirements include California Bar membership and at least one year as a practicing attorney, with premiums for coastal region assignments and continued professional development.

Qualifications

Current membership with the State Bar of California.
1 year experience as a practicing attorney equivalent to Deputy District Attorney I level.
Combination of education, training and experience that provides required knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

Interview victims and witnesses related to crimes and discuss cases with investigators, officers, and attorneys.
Review police reports, defendant files, and evidence to gather relevant case information.
Issue subpoenas and negotiate case resolutions with defense attorneys and judges.
Appear and present in court at arraignments, hearings and trials; file motions and briefs.

Skills

Legal research

Courtroom advocacy

Negotiation

Interview witnesses

Education

California Bar Admission

Tools

None

Job description

The Position

The current vacancies are in Ukiah and Fort Bragg, CA.

The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions, should they occur.

Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreement, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region including Fort Bragg, Mendocino, or in Point Arena, shall receive a 5% assignment premium. This premium shall also apply to employees temporarily assigned to these locations for one full pay period or a longer period of time.

Under direct supervision, the Deputy District Attorney II performs a variety of professional legal work involving the preparation, filing and prosecution of criminal misdemeanor cases as assigned and provides assistance to department staff.

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply.

Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Interview victims and witnesses related to crimes; discuss cases with associated parties, such as investigators, police officers, probation officers and other attorneys; prepare victims and witnesses for court appearance and testimony.
Review police reports, defendant files, probation reports, witness statements, evidence, crime scenes and/or other sources to obtain relevant information for cases.
Issue subpoenas.
Negotiate resolution of cases with defense attorneys and judges.
Appear and present in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, preliminary hearings, pre-trial conferences and/or trials.
Research, formulate, draft and file motions, briefs and/or other legal documents.
Argue motions in court; present evidence and witness testimony.
Prepare cases for presentation at jury trials; coordinate with appropriate relevant parties.
Conduct legal research on criminal law issues.
Review appropriate documentation to file criminal charges.
Review comprehensive investigative and/or other reports.
Review current relevant legislation and litigation.
May act as a representative for the District Attorney's Office.
Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education and Experience

Current membership with the State Bar of California and one (1) year experience as a practicing attorney equivalent to that of the Deputy District Attorney I level; or any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses And Certifications

Licensed to practice law in the State of California

Valid Drivers License

Knowledge In

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Principles, procedures and practices regarding the practice of law in the State of California.
Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations.
Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.

Skill In

Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Mental And Physical Ability To

Analyze situations effectively, interpret and apply laws and regulations and recommend effective courses of action.
Read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations.
Write reports, motions, briefs and/or other legal documents.
Speak effectively before groups and respond to questions.
Argue clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form.
Maintain confidentiality and objectivity.
Understand and accept differences in human behavior, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Prepare and present cases in court; negotiate settlements.
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear.
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This information is a summary of general benefits. Benefits listed in Mendocino County Resolutions or Memorandums of Understanding prevail over this listing. This information is not legally binding, nor does it constitute a Contract.

SALARY

Compensation is based on a five-step salary range, with annual merit-based increases within the salary range.

RETIREMENT

Covered Under Social Security And The 1937 Act; Both Employees And The County Pay Into The Retirement Fund. For The Most Current Information Regarding County Retirement Please Go To https://www.mendocinocounty.org/retirement

HOLIDAYS AND PERSONAL LEAVE

Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year. Employees are granted 24 – 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit.

VACATION

Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years. Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years.

SICK LEAVE

Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year. Accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week. Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week, and extra-help employees receive up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of paid sick leave annually.

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, AND LIFE INSURANCE

The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance.

HEALTH INSURANCE

For the most current information regarding Health Insurance please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/ehb

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

For the most current information regarding Employee Assistance please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/eap

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM

For the most current information regarding Employee Wellness please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/mcwow

LABOR CONTRACTS

For the complete list of most current labor agreements please go to: http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/labor

This position requires current membership in the California Bar Association. Are you a current member of the California Bar Association?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony by any court?

If yes, please give the date(s) and nature of the offense(s) below. (Convictions are evaluated for each position and are not necessarily disqualifying.)

Please describe the most important case in which you have personally been involved. Include what made this case important, your role or involvement in the case (e.g. assigned attorney, research intern, 1538.5 attorney/legal intern, etc.) and what you learned from the experience. In your response, also include the name of the agency where you acquired the experience you discuss, the dates of employment or internship, and the name/s and contact information of a supervisor or other person who can verify your experience. In your response, do not refer to your application or resume, as these will not be evaluated with your response to this supplemental questionnaire.