Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I/II/Senior

Closing Date: 22nd August, 2026

Description:

Job Summary:
Clark County Washington is a growing and diverse community. The Prosecutor's Office recognizes that it is our responsibility to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are creative, forward-thinking, and inclusive in our approach to justice. The department encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. At Clark County, we commit to advance diversity, equity and inclusivity with our employees.

The Clark County Prosecuting Attorney has an opening for a Deputy Prosecuting Criminal Attorney I or Deputy Prosecuting Criminal Attorney II or Senior level, depending on experience. This pool may also be used to fill regular, full-time positions or grant-funded Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I, II or Senior positions.
The DPA will provide a wide range of professional legal services for the County, including the prosecution of adult criminal and juvenile criminal cases serving as a Deputy to the Prosecuting Attorney. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled accordingly.

Please submit a cover letter AND resume.

Qualifications:

• Qualifications
• For DPA I, II or Senior:Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.Membership in the State Bar of Washington or pending results of Washington Bar examination.
• For DPA II: Four years or more of responsible experience in a law office as a practicing attorney.
• For Senior DPA: Five or more years of highly responsible experience in a law office as a practicing attorney.
• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
• As a condition of employment, the successful candidate for this position will be subject to fingerprinting prior to their first day of work and a criminal history record check

Examples of Duties:
Knowledge of: Ordinances, statutes, and court decisions relating to civil or criminal prosecution; judicial procedure and rules of evidence; methods of legal research; pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations; established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to prosecuting activities.

Ability to: Learn the established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to prosecuting activities; represent the County in a variety of criminal prosecution proceedings; analyze, appraise, organize, and present facts, evidence, and precedents in a clear and logical manner; analyze and prepare a wide variety of legal documents; research, analyze, and evaluate new program techniques, methods, and procedures; interpret and apply legal principles and procedures; prepare and present cases in court; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including County and other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives.

Salary Grade:
M2.402 - M2.405

Salary Range:
$8,000.00 - $16,411.00- per month

Close Date
08/24/2026

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