Closing Date: 21st May, 2024

Description:

The Position:
The current vacancies are in Ukiah and Fort Bragg, CA.

The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions, should they occur. Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreement, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region including Fort Bragg, Mendocino, or in Point Arena, shall receive a 5% assignment premium. This premium shall also apply to employees temporarily assigned to these locations for one full pay period or a longer period of time.

Under general supervision, the Deputy District Attorney III performs a variety of professional legal work involving the preparation, filing and prosecution of criminal misdemeanor and felony cases as assigned and provides assistance to department staff.

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Interview victims and witnesses related to crimes; discusses cases with associated parties, such as investigators, police officers, probation officers and other attorneys; prepare victims and witnesses for court appearance and testimony.
Review police reports; defendant files; probation reports; witness statements; evidence; crime scenes; psychiatric, medical and forensic sciences information; and/or other sources to obtain relevant information for cases.
Assist law enforcement agencies with investigations and issues of law.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Obtain search warrants; issue subpoenas.
Negotiate resolutions of cases with defense attorneys and judges.
Appear and present in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, preliminary hearings, pre-trial conferences, sentencing, motions, post-conviction hearing and/or trials.
Research, formulate, draft and file motions, briefs and/or other legal documents.
Argue motions in court and present evidence and witness testimony.
File and/or prepare cases for presentation at jury trials; coordinate with appropriate relevant parties; prepare audiovisual displays and demonstrative evidence using current technologies.
Conduct legal research on criminal law issues.
Review comprehensive investigative and/or other reports and appropriate documentation to file criminal charges.
Review, edit and sign legal documents prepared by lower level district attorneys or other staff members.
Review current relevant legislation and litigation.
Authorize and approves extradition proceedings; handle insanity commitment proceedings.
Act as a representative for the District Attorney's office; work with investigators to prepare cases for court; request investigations and evaluate results; discuss and resolve problems; discuss and plan case tactics and strategy with investigators.
Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
Provide guidance and assistance to less experienced district attorneys or others; answer legal questions and educate staff in changes in laws; review pleadings and filings of staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:
Education and Experience:
Current membership with the State Bar of California and two (2) years experience as a practicing attorney at a level equivalent to that of the Deputy District Attorney II; or any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Licensed to practice law in the State of California
Valid Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

Principles, procedures and practices regarding the practice of law in the State of California.
Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations.
Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.

Skill in:

Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.