Deputy District Attorney I-IV

Description:

Introduction:
This recruitment is being given to fill multiple vacancies in the District Attorney's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Applicants that have recently taken the Bar exam and are awaiting results are encouraged to apply for the entry-level class, Deputy District Attorney I. Please note, appointments will not be made until applicants can provide proof of membership in the California State Bar.

Deputy District Attorneys provide professional legal services in the preparation and prosecution of a variety of criminal and some civil matters. You may apply for Deputy District Attorney I, Deputy District Attorney II, Deputy District Attorney III, Deputy District Attorney IV, or all.

Salary Information:

• Deputy District Attorney I -$8,599 - $10,452 Approximate Monthly
• Deputy District Attorney II - $9,506 - $11,555 Approximate Monthly
• Deputy District Attorney III - $11,901 - $14,466 Approximate Monthly
• Deputy District Attorney IV - $13,776 - $16,745 Approximate Monthly

To review the complete job descriptions and minimum qualifications for each position, please click on the following links:

• Deputy District Attorney I (https://www.jobapscloud.com/SJQ/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=RL2011&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)
• Deputy District Attorney II (https://www.jobapscloud.com/SJQ/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=RL2012&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)
• Deputy District Attorney III (https://www.jobapscloud.com/SJQ/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=RL2013&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)
• Deputy District Attorney IV (https://www.jobapscloud.com/SJQ/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=RL2014&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources:

• Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service.
• Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions.

New Hire Retention Bonus:
$2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours)
$1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours)
$3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours)

Typical Duties:

• Prepares and prosecutes criminal and some civil matters in both court and jury trials and hearings; examines and cross examines witnesses; presents oral arguments; prepares and prosecutes appeals; conducts post-conviction proceedings.
• Refuses or approves and issues complaints in criminal matters; advises law enforcement agencies on legal and evidentiary matters prior to issuance of criminal complaints; interviews and advises complainants and witnesses; prepares search warrants and arrest warrants.
• Researches, analyzes and interprets existing laws and ordinances, court decisions, pending legislation and other legal authorities; assists in drafting legislation for special County and State projects.
• Prepares and reviews briefs, memoranda, opinions and civil and criminal pleadings.
• Conducts mediation hearings to resolve legal problems without further court action.
• Confers with defense attorneys, probation authorities, court officials and law enforcement agencies to discuss pleas, modification of charges, presentation and review of evidence and other legal matters.
• Advises the general public, State and local departments and law enforcement officers on civil and criminal issues and proceedings; advises and directs law enforcement agencies on questions of law in criminal investigation matters.
• May advise and train law enforcement personnel and client agencies in criminal and civil law.
• May supervise clerical, research and investigate staff and other attorneys.

Minimum Qualifications:
Membership in the California State Bar.

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

Knowledge:
Principles of criminal and civil law and their application, trial and hearing procedures; rules of evidence; State and local laws and ordinances; legal research methods; preparation of briefs and opinions.

Ability:
Analyze legal principles and precedents and to apply them to complex factual legal problems; present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form; draft opinions, pleadings and briefs; independently present cases in court before judicial officials; communicate and cooperate with fellow staff members, agency representatives, judicial officers and the general public; and exercise independent judgment, discretion and initiative, especially in the charging and plea bargaining of criminal violations aid in the application of limited law enforcement resources and in the decision to seek capital punishment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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