Closing Date: 28th April, 2024
Description:
The Position:Bargaining Unit: CCC Defenders/Attorneys
Why join the Contra Costa County Public Defender's Office?
We are excited to announce that the Contra Costa County Public Defender's Office is seeking to fill two (2) Deputy Public Defender III attorneys. Our attorneys are recognized throughout the state for providing vigorous, client-centered advocacy. Deputy Public Defender III attorneys are assigned to one of the department's various units, including the felony unit, the juvenile unit, the mental health unit, the post-conviction unit, and the research & writing unit. Come join an office that is dedicated to ensuring justice for indigent persons accused of crimes in Contra Costa County!
We are looking for someone who is:
- Dedicated to providing excellent legal representation to clients
- Able to think strategically and possesses exceptional analytical skills
- Self-motivated and passionate about courtroom litigation and trial work
- Creative in researching and preparing motions
- Able to communicate effectively with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds
- Able to represent each client with compassion and respect
What you will typically be responsible for:
- Representing clients charged with felony offenses
- Interviewing and advising clients on their constitutional rights, criminal charges or potential charges
- Devising trial strategy and initiating necessary investigation for each case
- Identifying sentencing options and negotiating the best resolution for each client
- Conducting legal research and preparing necessary documents
- Advising and mentoring Deputy Public Defenders in lower classifications
A few reasons you might love this job:
- You thrive on taking cases to trial
- You thrive in an environment that is fast-paced, multi-faceted, and demands complex thought and adaptability
- You relish the opportunity to help clients in a compassionate, holistic manner
- You enjoy working collaboratively with supportive colleagues
- You are open and flexible to a wide array of assignments
A few challenges you might face in this job:
- The emotional strain of being responsible for your clients and their cases outcomes
- Juggling multiple deadlines, multi-tasking, time management
- Adjusting to County government functions and interplay of the departments
Competencies Required:
- Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
- Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge or adversity
- Establishing Credibility – Doing what (s)he commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
- Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
- Writing – Communicating effectively in writing
- Oral Communication – Engaging effectively in dialogue
Minimum Qualifications:
License Required:
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out
of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during
the application process.
