DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II (CRIMINAL)

Washoe County; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County seeks a Deputy District Attorney II to join the Criminal Division. The role involves preparing and presenting cases in court, handling trial and appellate work, and representing the state in criminal proceedings.

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Nevada and be a member of the Nevada State Bar. This unclassified, appointed position requires passing a thorough background check and fingerprints.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
• One year of experience equivalent to Deputy District Attorney I in Washoe County or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develops, prepares and presents cases requiring court and/or administrative tribunal appearances.
• Handles trial and/or administrative tribunal and/or appellate work.
• Represents the state in criminal or enforcement proceedings or serves as legal counsel to mid-sized local and regional public clients.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills

Court appearances

Trial advocacy

Legal research

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Incoming Washoe County District Attorney Wes Duncan is accepting applications for Deputy District Attorney II 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 II performs a variety of professional legal work in the District Attorney's Office; develops, prepares and presents cases requiring court and/or administrative tribunal appearances; trial and/or administrative tribunal and/or appellate work; represents the state in criminal or enforcement proceedings or serves as legal counsel to mid-sized local and regional public clients; and performs related work as required.

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. One year of experience equivalent to that of a Deputy District Attorney I in Washoe County in the assigned area of practice, or equivalent experience.

License Or Certificate
Current, valid license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Nevada 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.