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COUNTY OF MENDOCINO · 1 day ago

Deputy District Attorney I

Ukiah, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The County of Mendocino is seeking a Deputy District Attorney I to assist in the prosecution of misdemeanor criminal cases. The role involves interviewing victims and witnesses, reviewing evidence, negotiating case resolutions, and preparing legal documents for court presentations.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Interview victims and witnesses related to crimes; discuss cases with associated parties, such as investigators, police officers, probation officers and other attorneys

Review police reports, defendant files, probation reports, witness statements, evidence, crime scenes and/or other sources to obtain relevant information for cases

Issue subpoenas

Negotiate resolution of cases with defense attorneys

Appear and assist in making presentations in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, pre-trial conferences and/or trials

Research, formulate, draft and file motions, briefs and/or other legal documents

Prepare cases for presentation at jury trials; coordinate with appropriate relevant parties

Conduct legal research on criminal law issues

Review appropriate documentation to file criminal charges

Review comprehensive investigative and/or other reports

Review current relevant legislation and litigation

Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Licensed to practice lawLegal researchProsecution of criminal casesReport preparationBilingual English/SpanishAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Current membership with the State Bar of California

Completion of a legal intern program, preferably in a District Attorney's office, is highly desirable; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Licensed to practice law in the State of California

Valid Drivers License

Knowledge of principles, procedures and practices regarding the practice of law in the State of California

Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations

Knowledge of record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques

Knowledge of methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation

Knowledge of ethical and professional standards of conduct

Knowledge of 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

Skill in using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines

Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction

Skill in applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols

Skill in communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Mental and physical ability to analyze situations effectively, interpret and apply laws and regulations and recommend effective courses of action

Mental and physical ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations

Mental and physical ability to write reports, motions, briefs and/or other legal documents

Mental and physical ability to speak effectively before groups and respond to questions

Mental and physical ability to argue clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form

Mental and physical ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity

Mental and physical ability to understand and accept differences in human behavior, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Mental and physical ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Preferred

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply

Benefits

Covered Under Social Security And The 1937 Act; Both Employees And The County Pay Into The Retirement Fund.

Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year.

Employees are granted 24 – 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit.

Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years.

Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years.

Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year.

The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance.

Company

COUNTY OF MENDOCINO

COUNTY OF MENDOCINO is a general law county established in 1850 by the State legislature and is a political subdivision, or unit of the State of California.

Founded in 1850