Deputy District Attorney II-IV (Special Prosecutions)

County of Riverside; California; On-site; USD 101,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public prosecutor is seeking Deputy District Attorneys to join their Special Prosecutions Unit. The role involves handling criminal and civil cases, requiring expert legal knowledge, strong analytical skills, and courtroom experience. The ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment, working alongside a dedicated team to uphold justice and serve the community. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact while developing professionally in a supportive and diverse workplace. If you are passionate about the law and eager to contribute to public service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expert legal knowledge and courtroom litigation skills required.
• Must be a member of the California State Bar and possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and prepare cases for prosecution in all courts.
• Perform legal research and advise law enforcement on criminal complaints.
• Assist in training and supervising other deputies.

Skills

Legal Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Courtroom Litigation

Research and Writing

Negotiation Skills

Education

Active membership in the State Bar of California

Valid California Driver's License

Job description

The Office of the District Attorney seeks Deputy District Attorneys at the II, III, and IV levels to support the Special Prosecutions Unit. Incumbents will be responsible for criminal cases in organized retail theft OR criminal consumer fraud cases and civil consumer fraud prosecutions; and perform other related duties as required. Competitive candidates will have expert legal knowledge, analytical, and courtroom litigation skills with talents for research and writing to prepare prosecutions for various types of criminal and civil cases. Significant experience in related special litigation, including but not limited to criminal jury trials, grand jury work, statewide civil litigation, State Bar or judicial council investigation/litigation are highly desired.

Incumbents will be required to travel throughout Riverside County on a regular basis.

Meet the Team!

The District Attorney of Riverside County, as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, protects those victimized by crime, exonerates the innocent, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community. The office’s staff of over 700 is comprised of prosecuting attorneys, sworn investigators, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, investigative technicians, forensic analysts, and a wide range of information technology and supporting staff all committed to excellence and integrity in public service. We are, and we seek to maintain, a diverse workforce to match a diverse county.

Responsibilities:

1. Investigates, researches, and prepares all types of cases for prosecution; presents and prosecutes cases before all courts within the State.
2. Interviews and advises law enforcement officers and the public in regard to the issuance of criminal complaints; acts as a senior deputy for cases in branch Municipal Courts; negotiates with the defense regarding the disposition or modification of charges in cases.
3. Performs legal research in specialized areas of prosecution; studies, interprets, and applies statutes, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions.
4. Assist in the training and supervision of other deputies.
5. Act for higher level deputies in their absence; dictates correspondence and prepares reports.
6. Coordinate the work of support personnel.

DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II:

$48.79 - $63.76 Hourly

$8,457.65 - $11,051.64 Monthly

$101,491.82 - $132,619.70 Annually

OPTION I

Experience: One year of experience at the Deputy District Attorney I level with the District Attorney's office of Riverside County. (Certification of qualifications by the District Attorney may be substituted for up to six months of the required experience.)

OPTION II

Experience: One year of experience in the practice of law.

DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III:

$65.87 - $84.64 Hourly

$11,416.67 - $14,671.51 Monthly

$137,000.00 - $176,058.09 Annually

OPTION I

Experience: One year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney II in Riverside County or in an equivalent class with another government agency.

OPTION II

Experience: Two years of experience in the practice of criminal law.

OPTION III

Experience: Three years of experience in the practice of law.

DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IV:

$69.29 - $101.32 Hourly

$12,010.44 - $17,562.46 Monthly

$144,125.25 - $210,749.47 Annually

Experience: One year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney III in Riverside County, or in an equivalent class in the office of another prosecuting attorney in California.

ALL LEVELS:

License/Certificate: Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

Must be able to pass an extensive background check.

Upload a cover letter and resume to your profile in Government Jobs at the time you apply.

Experience details must be reflected on resume including month/year for each position.

Knowledge of:

Legal principles and their application; California statutory and case law; the rules of evidence and the conduct of court proceedings; the duties, powers, limitations, and authority of the District Attorney's Office; the methods, procedures, and practices of prosecution; professional ethics in the practice of law.

Ability to:

Analyze complex legal problems and apply legal principles and practices; present facts, arguments, and laws clearly and logically in written and oral form; perform legal research; work cooperatively with others.

Contact

For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Brittney Mathis at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].