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County of Santa Barbara · 2 days ago

Deputy District Attorney III

Santa Maria, CA

Part-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $156K/yr

2+ years exp

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking a Deputy District Attorney III to join their District Attorney's Office. This role involves performing complex criminal and civil investigations, trial preparations, and prosecutions, requiring extensive experience in high-level criminal prosecutions.

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Responsibilities

Interviews and advises complainants and witnesses regarding prospective criminal or civil actions; studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and legal authorities for use in prosecuting cases

Prepares legal pleadings such as complaints, answers, demurrers, discovery, and judgments

Prosecutes a variety of cases, including felony trails, misdemeanor trials and presentation of preliminary hearings

Performs related work such as preparing petitions and dictating legal instruments, complaints, reports, and correspondence

Qualification

Active membership in State BarCriminal prosecution experienceLegal analysisTrial proceduresCalifornia Rules of EvidenceInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Active membership in the State Bar of California

Two years experience as an attorney in the practice of public law or four years as a general practicing attorney

One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Deputy District Attorney II with Santa Barbara County

A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge, abilities and license

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required

Knowledge of the organization, powers, and limitations of county governmental functions, civil and criminal codes, and the California Constitution

Knowledge of trial procedures and the rules of evidence

Knowledge of administrative law

Ability to appraise, interpret, and apply legal principles and precedents to difficult legal problems

Ability to present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form

Ability to prepare, present and conduct trials effectively

Ability to perform legal research

Ability to work effectively with others

Preferred

Extensive experience handling high-level criminal prosecutions, which may involve homicides, multi-defendant trials, gang-related offenses, and/or child sexual abuse cases

Advanced legal analysis, as well as drafting and arguing complex motions

Strong track record of collaboration with law enforcement partners

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Capability of managing a demanding caseload

Sound judgment in fast-paced situations

Deep knowledge of the California Rules of Evidence

Proactive, highly organized, and committed to working cooperatively within a team-oriented environment