Closing Date: 19th December, 2025
Description:
Description:The County of Yolo District Attorney's Office is recruiting to fill a limited term position, set to expire on 12/31/2026, in the Deputy District Attorney class series. The position will be assigned to the Criminal Unit as a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV, depending on the selected candidate's experience.
Click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/%7B0%7Dyolococa/jobs/newprint/5142478) for more information about the Deputy District Attorney III/IV levels.
The current salary range for the Deputy District Attorney I/II classification levels are as follows; however, a 6.44% equity and 2.0% COLA adjustments are anticipated:
- Deputy District Attorney I: $82,513 - $100,256 Annually
- Deputy District Attorney II: $101,442 - $123.302 Annually
Note:
- In addition to filling the advertised vacancy, successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list that may be utilized to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- The District Attorney's Office participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, a completed Supplemental Questionnaire, a detailed resume, and verification of CA State Bar licensure (printout from the "Attorney Search" section of the California State Bar website is acceptable).
For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement.
Essential Functions:
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Employment Standards:
Deputy District Attorney I
Experience: No experience required.
Licensure: Active membership in the State Bar of California.
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Deputy District Attorney II
Experience: No experience required.
Licensure: Active membership in the State Bar of California.
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Deputy District Attorney II
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in the practice of law; One (1) year of experience as an entry-level attorney in any county in the State of California or at least one (1) year of experience at a prosecutor's office in the United States.
License: Active membership in the State Bar of California.
Special Requirement: Attorneys assigned to “special services” legal work must have one (1) year of experience in general civil law or in the civil and criminal prosecution of consumer or environmental law.
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Driver's License for both levels: Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
License: Active membership in the State Bar of California.
Special Requirement: Attorneys assigned to “special services” legal work must have one (1) year of experience in general civil law or in the civil and criminal prosecution of consumer or environmental law.
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Driver's License for both levels: Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Application & Selection Process
Application Process:
It Is Highly Recommended that You Print This Job Bulletin for Future Reference.
Your Application Should Highlight All Relevant Education, Training, and Experience, and Clearly Indicate how You Meet the Minimum Qualifications for The Position as Of the Final Filing Date. Application Information Must Be Current, Concise, and Related to The Requirements in This Job Announcement. in Addition to A Completed Application, Applicants Are Required to Submit a Detailed Resume, a Completed Supplemental Questionnaire, and Verification of Ca State Bar Licensure (printout from The "attorney Search" Section of The California State Bar Website Is Acceptable) for This Position. Incomplete Applications Will Be Disqualified.
Additional Documents May Be Submitted to The Yolo County Human Resources Department in Any One or More of The Following Ways:
All Required Documents Must Be Received by Human Resources. Human Resources Is Not Responsible for The Untimely Delivery of Materials Sent via U.S./specialized Mail, or County Interoffice Mail.
Selection Procedure:
Screening for Best Qualified
The Supplemental Questions Are Designed to Elicit Specific Information Regarding a Candidate's Experience, Education, and Training. Responses Should Be Consistent with The Information on Your Application and Are Subject to Verification. if A Job Included Responsibilities Applicable to Several Questions, Separate the Different Functions of The Job to Answer All the Questions Completely. Resumes or Referral to The Application or Other Questionnaire Responses Will Not Be Accepted in Lieu of Completing Each Question. if You Have No Experience, Write "no Experience" for The Appropriate Question. Based upon Responses to The Supplemental Questionnaire, the Applicant's Education, Training, and Experience Will Be Evaluated to Determine Those Applicants that Are Best Qualified.
Contact Information
For Questions About the Position or About Employment with The County, Please Contact Human Resources by E-Mail at Jobs@yolocounty.Gov or By Phone at (530) 666-8055.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
It Is the Policy of The County of Yolo to Provide Equal Employment Opportunity for All Qualified Persons, Regardless of Sex, Sexual Orientation, Race, Color, Ancestry, Religious Creed, National Origin, Physical Disability (including Hiv and Aids), Mental Disability, Medical Condition (cancer or Genetic Characteristics/information), Age (40 or Over), Marital Status, Pregnancy, Childbirth and Related Medical Conditions, or Any Other Classification Protected by Federal, State or Local Laws or Ordinance.
The County Will Comply with All of Its Obligations Under State and Federal Laws Regarding the Provision of Reasonable Accommodations to Applicants. Reasonable Testing Arrangements May Be Made to Accommodate Applicants with Disabilities or Who Are Unable to Attend a Scheduled Test Due to Religious Reasons in Accordance with The Fair Employment and Housing Act and The Americans with Disabilities Act. Please Call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at Least Five (5) Business Days Prior to The Scheduled Test Date to Request Accommodation. Documentation from A Medical Doctor, Rehabilitation Counselor, or Other Qualified Professional Will Be Required.
Yolo County, a Place Where You Belong!
The Average Person Spends One Third of Their Life at Work. Why Not Spend that Time in An Environment Where You Are Seen for Who You Are, Celebrated for The Diversity You Bring, and Valued for Your Potential to Contribute to An Innovative and Dynamic Workforce? Yolo County Is Committed to Creating and Sustaining an Inclusive and Equitable Workplace Which Supports and Values Our Diverse Community.
Come Join Us! This Is Where You Belong.
Application Process:
It Is Highly Recommended that You Print This Job Bulletin for Future Reference.
Your Application Should Highlight All Relevant Education, Training, and Experience, and Clearly Indicate how You Meet the Minimum Qualifications for The Position as Of the Final Filing Date. Application Information Must Be Current, Concise, and Related to The Requirements in This Job Announcement. in Addition to A Completed Application, Applicants Are Required to Submit a Detailed Resume, a Completed Supplemental Questionnaire, and Verification of Ca State Bar Licensure (printout from The "attorney Search" Section of The California State Bar Website Is Acceptable) for This Position. Incomplete Applications Will Be Disqualified.
Additional Documents May Be Submitted to The Yolo County Human Resources Department in Any One or More of The Following Ways:
- As an Attachment to The Online Application
- By E-Mail to Jobs@yolocounty.Gov
- By Fax to (530) 666-8049
- By Hand-Delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, Ca 95695. Office Hours Are Monday Through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Selection Procedure:
- The Following Is a Tentative Schedule of Events that Will Occur as Part of The Selection Process. the Selection Process Steps, and All Listed Dates, May Change with Or without Notice.
- Screen for Minimum Qualifications
- Screen for Best Qualified
- Department Selection Interviews
- Background Check
- Conditional Job Offer, Pending: Pre-Employment Exams
- Drug & Alcohol Screen
- Department of Justice Live Scan
- Confirmed Job Offer
Screening for Best Qualified
The Supplemental Questions Are Designed to Elicit Specific Information Regarding a Candidate's Experience, Education, and Training. Responses Should Be Consistent with The Information on Your Application and Are Subject to Verification. if A Job Included Responsibilities Applicable to Several Questions, Separate the Different Functions of The Job to Answer All the Questions Completely. Resumes or Referral to The Application or Other Questionnaire Responses Will Not Be Accepted in Lieu of Completing Each Question. if You Have No Experience, Write "no Experience" for The Appropriate Question. Based upon Responses to The Supplemental Questionnaire, the Applicant's Education, Training, and Experience Will Be Evaluated to Determine Those Applicants that Are Best Qualified.
Contact Information
For Questions About the Position or About Employment with The County, Please Contact Human Resources by E-Mail at Jobs@yolocounty.Gov or By Phone at (530) 666-8055.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
It Is the Policy of The County of Yolo to Provide Equal Employment Opportunity for All Qualified Persons, Regardless of Sex, Sexual Orientation, Race, Color, Ancestry, Religious Creed, National Origin, Physical Disability (including Hiv and Aids), Mental Disability, Medical Condition (cancer or Genetic Characteristics/information), Age (40 or Over), Marital Status, Pregnancy, Childbirth and Related Medical Conditions, or Any Other Classification Protected by Federal, State or Local Laws or Ordinance.
The County Will Comply with All of Its Obligations Under State and Federal Laws Regarding the Provision of Reasonable Accommodations to Applicants. Reasonable Testing Arrangements May Be Made to Accommodate Applicants with Disabilities or Who Are Unable to Attend a Scheduled Test Due to Religious Reasons in Accordance with The Fair Employment and Housing Act and The Americans with Disabilities Act. Please Call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at Least Five (5) Business Days Prior to The Scheduled Test Date to Request Accommodation. Documentation from A Medical Doctor, Rehabilitation Counselor, or Other Qualified Professional Will Be Required.
Yolo County, a Place Where You Belong!
The Average Person Spends One Third of Their Life at Work. Why Not Spend that Time in An Environment Where You Are Seen for Who You Are, Celebrated for The Diversity You Bring, and Valued for Your Potential to Contribute to An Innovative and Dynamic Workforce? Yolo County Is Committed to Creating and Sustaining an Inclusive and Equitable Workplace Which Supports and Values Our Diverse Community.
Come Join Us! This Is Where You Belong.
