Prosecution Attorney — Criminal & Civil Cases

County-of-Siskiyo; Yreka (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Siskiyou seeks Attorneys I–IV to perform professional criminal or civil legal work, conduct legal research, and represent county agencies on legal assignments. Applicants must submit two writing samples and refer to the current salary schedule for exact pay information.

Under general direction, incumbents handle pleadings, trials, and appellate briefs; they may coordinate with District Attorney, Public Defender, or Child Support Services.

Qualifications

• Completion of requisite legal training and eligibility for membership in the State Bar of California.
• Two years of professional work experience in performing criminal law work for Attorney II; similarly for other levels as described.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional legal assignments and research; prosecute misdemeanors and felonies; review evidence and police reports.
• Draft criminal documents; conduct trials, hearings, and plea negotiations; provide briefings and arguments.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written communications

Courtroom performance

Negotiation

Interviews & investigations

Criminal law

Civil law

Constitutional law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission (California)

Tools

Legal software

Job description

County of Siskiyou seeks Attorneys I–IV to perform professional criminal or civil legal work, conduct legal research, and represent county agencies on legal assignments. Applicants must submit two writing samples and refer to the current salary schedule for exact pay information.

Under general direction, incumbents handle pleadings, trials, and appellate briefs; they may coordinate with District Attorney, Public Defender, or Child Support Services.