Closing Date: 25th May, 2026

Description:

About the Opportunity:

About The Department
The District Attorney's Office is responsible for the prosecution of all crimes or offenses that occur within the County. District Attorney staff represent the People of the State of California in criminal cases, provide support and assistance to crime victims, and work in partnership with local law enforcement agencies to promote public safety. Our mission is to JUSTICE WITH INTEGRITY.

Our staff consists of approximately 163 employees. The Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office is recruiting to establish an eligibility list to fill current and future full-time and part-time vacancies. The recruitment is to fill general criminal prosecutor positions. Eligible lists are usually good for six months and may be extended for up to one year.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Application Deadline: May 25, 2026
Oral Examination: Tentatively the week of June 1, 2026

To learn more about the District Attorney's Office, visit: https://www.stanislaus-da.org/

About the Position:
The Stanislaus County District Attorney is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy District Attorney I-V. As a member of our prosecution team, you could be assigned to a variety of cases including driving under the influence, domestic violence, drug sales and possession, elder abuse, child abuse, gang crimes, consumer fraud, environmental crimes, agricultural crimes, auto theft, homicide, sexual assault, human trafficking and more. You will prepare and prosecute your assigned cases with a team of support personnel including investigators, victim advocates, paralegals, and clerical support staff. You will interview witnesses and examine, evaluate, and present evidence as you prosecute your misdemeanor and/or felony cases.

The ideal candidate will be a team-player who has a demonstrated passion for seeking and pursuing justice on behalf of victims of crime including some prior experience or connection to prosecution, law enforcement, and/or victim advocacy. Candidates may be considered for appointment to any level in the classification series based on their level of experience and ability. We are seeking professionals with excellent analytical, research, written communication, and oral advocacy skills.

Deputy District Attorneys work under the direction of a Chief Deputy District Attorney and are responsible for the review of investigative reports and evidence submitted by law enforcement, issuance of criminal complaints, and the preparation and presentation of criminal cases in court. Deputy District Attorneys draft legal opinions on points of criminal law for argument in court or for dissemination to law enforcement agencies and perform other related duties as required.

Stanislaus County Deputy District Attorney Compensation and Benefits

Bi-Weekly Payroll System
5-Step Salary Range (5% Intervals)
Health Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Life - Employer Paid $50,000 in Term Life Insurance
Disability - Long Term Disability Insurance
Vacation Accrued Bi-Weekly Plus 12 Paid Holidays
$900 Professional Development Expense Reimbursement
Paid Professional Leave up To 60 Hours per Year
Cdaa Dues Paid by Employer
Bar Dues Paid by Employer
Malpractice Indemnification Provided
Mcle In-House Training
5% Certificate Pay of Qualifying Members for Level Iii Through V
2.5% Lead Pay After Qualifying to Handle Homicide Cases
3.5% Complex Litigation Certificate Pay
2.5% Bilingual Pay of Qualifying Members
Stan Cera - Employer/employee Paid Retirement System (1937 Retirement Act)

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Typical Tasks
Attorney I
Handle Routine Misdemeanor Matters.

Attorney Ii-- Typical Tasks Listed in Level I, Plus:

Handle All Misdemeanor Matters, Including Trials and Juvenile Matters; And
Entry Level Felonies.

Attorney Iii-- Typical Tasks Listed in Level I and Ii, Plus:

Felonies;
Preliminary Hearings;
Trials; And
Juvenile Court.

Attorney Iv-- Typical Tasks Listed in Level I-Iii, Plus:

Felony Cases; Including Homicides; And
Track and Document Statistical Data on Appropriate Cases.

Attorney V-- Typical Tasks Listed in Level I-Iv, Plus:

All Felony Cases, Including Capital Homicides;
May Include Responsibility for A Specialized Unit; And
All Levels Including Other Duties as Assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/experience)

Knowledge Of:

Attorney I
Legal Research and Writing;
Criminal and Civil Law and Procedure;
Rules of Evidence;
Trial Principles;
Oral Argument;
Constitutional Law;
Knowledge and Compliance with The Rules of Professional Responsibility;
Issuance Standards;
Charging Statutes and Language;
Sentencing and Probation Parameters;
Office Procedures and Practices; And
Rules of Court.

Attorney Ii-- Demonstrated Knowledge of Level I, Plus:
Probation Department Policy and Procedures as Related to Misdemeanor Cases.

Attorney Iii-- Demonstrated Knowledge of Level I and Ii, Plus:

Felony Sentencing Structure Including Rules of Court and Statutes; And
All Rules and Statutes Applicable to Felonies.

Attorney Iv-- Demonstrated Knowledge of Level I-Iii, Plus:

The Duties, Powers, Limitation and Authority of The District Attorney's Office;
Trials;
Probation and Sentencing Rules; And
Specialized Statutes and Enhancements.

Attorney V-- Demonstrated Knowledge of Level I-Iv, Plus:

Advanced Knowledge of Specialized Statutes Including Sentencing and Enhancements;
Legal Principles and Their Application;
Trial Procedures and Rules of Evidence; And
Legal Research Methods.

Skills:

Attorney I
Public Speaking;
Write Clearly and Concisely;
Argue Clearly and Logically;
Demonstrated Flexibility in Approach to Legal Issues and Working with People;
"think on Your Feet" and Ability to Explain Thoughts Coherently; And
Basic Computer Skills to Function Effectively in An Automated Environment.

Attorney Ii-- Demonstrated Skills Required in Level I, Plus:

Office Computer Efficiency;
Basic Legal Research and Writing;
Argument; And
Organization and Handling Multiple Cases.

Attorney Iii-- Demonstrated Skills Required in Level I and Ii, Plus:

Present Evidence and Arguments;
Make Sentencing Recommendations; And
Negotiate Settlements.

Attorney Iv-- Demonstrated Skills Required in Level I-Iii, Plus:

Advanced Legal Research and Writing; And
Professionally Represent the Office in Public.

Attorney V-- Demonstrated Skills Required in Level I-Iv, Plus:
Advanced Legal Research and Writing.

Ability To:
Attorney I

Organize Multiple Tasks;

Prepare and Present Statements of Fact, Law and Arguments Clearly and Logically in Written and Oral Form;
Evaluate Facts and Evidence, Obtain Information Through Examination of Facts and Evidence;
Analyze Legal Problems and Apply Legal Principles and Practices;
Follow Directions, Accept and Learn from Criticism;
Communicate Effectively, Extract Information from And Coherently Provide It to Others;
Produce Research and Writing, Accurately Document Actions;
Dress Professionally;
Work with Others in A Team Environment; And
Maintain the Confidence and Respect of Members of The Legal Profession, Public Officials and Other Persons Contacted in The Work Environment.

Attorney Ii-- Demonstrated Ability with Level I Qualifications, Plus:

Evaluate Requests for The Issuance of Criminal Complaints;
Evaluate Cases to Determine the Parameters of Settlement;
Present Legal Motions in Court Clearly and Logically; And
Review Charging Documents for Accuracy.

Attorney Iii-- Demonstrated Ability with Level I and Ii Qualifications, Plus:

Evaluate Cases to Determine the Parameters of Settlement of Complex and Multiple Issues;
Determine Sentencing Parameters Utilizing State Statutes and Local Rules of Court; And
Represent the Office in Public.

Attorney Iv-- Demonstrated Ability with Level I-Iii Qualifications, Plus: