Butte County · 1 day ago
Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV
Oroville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $192K/yr
0+ years expButte County is seeking a Deputy District Attorney to perform professional legal duties in support of the District Attorney’s Office and the prosecution of criminal activities. The role involves representing the District Attorney in managing legal issues, litigating cases, conducting legal research, and coordinating investigations for prosecutions.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Represents the District Attorney in prosecuting persons charged with criminal offenses; assures cases are resolved within office policy guidelines
Drafts complaints, briefs, motions, and other legal documents; prepares memoranda of law, briefs and other filings and legal documents as required
Performs the full range of routine to complex legal activities, involving the investigation and prosecution of routine to complex criminal or civil cases; prepares and presents cases in court
Evaluates incoming law enforcement reports involving juvenile and adult offenders; review reports and files cases and handles all aspects of prosecution from arraignment to sentencing and through appeal
Reviews, analyzes, and researches allegations; makes determination on the appropriate charge following receipt of the agency reports; files criminal charges; keeps victims and witnesses informed of the status of legal proceedings
Interviews witnesses and victims; reviews and analyzes evidence, police reports, and other materials related to pending cases
Provides direction to law enforcement and investigative personnel related to investigation of criminal offenses; provides advice as to applicable laws, court decisions, and legal authorities
Reviews, analyzes and approves requests from law enforcement for search and arrest warrants
Negotiates with defense counsel at pre-trial hearings regarding case disposition or modification
Prepares and appears in court for trials, hearing, and pleadings
Makes recommendations regarding sentencing and presents that position at sentencing and revocation hearings
Researches law and precedents to obtain information needed to prosecute pending cases
Performs appellate research and drafts appellate briefs, pleadings, bail recommendations, motions, and other legal documents; appears in the designated court of appeal
Manages court calendars to ensure that cases are resolved quickly; prepares for weekly settlement conferences; conducts discussions with court staff and defense attorneys to facilitate case settlement
Performs trial work, including jury selection, examination and cross-examination, and argument of the prosecution case
Maintains accurate records and files, and compiles reports of work performed
Participates in various task forces with surrounding counties
Monitors legal developments, including proposed legislation and court decisions; evaluates their impact on the prosecution of civil and criminal cases and recommends appropriate action
Communicates with victims and witness to advise on the status of the case; obtain information and schedule meetings or court appearances
Serves as a lead attorney on projects, task forces, including law enforcement training and liaison tasks, as assigned
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctorate
Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California
Must possess a valid US driver's license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver's license following hire date per California DMV regulations
One (1) year of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California for Deputy District Attorney II
Two (2) years of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California for Deputy District Attorney III
An additional one (1) year (a total of three (3) years) of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California for Deputy District Attorney IV
Preferred
Applicants that have taken the Bar Exam recently and are awaiting their results are encouraged to apply
Preferably in the area of criminal prosecution
Benefits
Longevity Pay : 2.5% at 10 years, 2.5% at 15 years, 2.5% at 20 years, for a total 7.5% after 20 years of service.
Cell Phone Allowance
13 paid holidays per year.
0-4.99 years: 15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years: 20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years: 25 days/yr.; 20+ years: 27 days/yr.
7 days per year for FLSA Exempt employees.
96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.
Health Plan Including Dental Insurance And Vision Insurance
The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program.
For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund.
County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program.
Up to $500/year.
The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents.
Company
Butte County
Butte County is a place of natural beauty with countless opportunities for recreation in both rural and urban environments.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Michaelis
Deputy Chief Administrative Officer - Budget Director
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