DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III (CIVIL)

Washoe County; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County seeks a Deputy District Attorney III to join the Civil Division. The role involves handling complex civil litigation, preparing and presenting cases, and appearing before various tribunals as needed.

The position supports the new administration starting January 2027 and requires eligibility for a thorough background check. Ideal candidates will hold a Nevada bar license, have substantial legal experience, and be able to practice in federal courts.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent.
• Licensed to practice law in Nevada; admission to U.S. federal courts as required.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex civil litigation as assigned in the Civil Division.
• Develop and prepare cases, including appearances before administrative, legislative and judicial tribunals.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Litigation

Court appearances

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Incoming Washoe County District Attorney Wes Duncan is accepting applications for Deputy District Attorney III position(s) in the Civil 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, including those currently working in the Office.

The Deputy District Attorney III performs a wide variety of the professional legal work as assigned in the District Attorney's Office; develops, prepares, and presents the most complex issues and cases requiring appearances before administrative, legislative and judicial tribunals along with associated work and trial work; 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. Substantial legal experience equivalent to that of a Deputy District Attorney II in Washoe County in the assigned area of practice; OR equivalent experience.

License Or Certificate

Current, valid license to practice law from the Nevada Supreme Court and membership in the State Bar of Nevada. Must be able to be admitted to practice in the United States District Court, Northern District of Nevada, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.

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.

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

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.