South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority · 3 weeks ago
Deputy District Attorney I/II/III
Crescent City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$2,993/mo - $4,163/moThe South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy District Attorney I/II/III. This role involves performing professional legal work related to the prosecution of criminal offenders, including tasks from pretrial through appeal stages, and requires legal knowledge and skills to manage a variety of cases.
Public Safety
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Evaluates, develops and prepares, files and presents the prosecution’s case in all phases of criminal cases referred to the District Attorney Office for processing
Reviews and analyzes evidence that includes interviewing witnesses and victims of criminal activities that may include family support issues, crime and investigation reports and other materials related to pending cases; obtains search warrants and subpoenas as necessary
Reviews, analyzes and researches allegations to make a determination as to appropriate charges following receipt of agency reports, filing criminal charges and keeping victims and witnesses informed of the status of legal proceedings relative to their involvement in the case
Makes appropriate recommendations regarding sentencing and presents the County’s position at sentencing and revocation hearing
Negotiates with defense attorneys at pretrial hearings regarding case disposition or modifications
Assists and advises investigators and other law enforcement agencies regarding investigations in progress
Researches law and precedents to obtain information needed to prosecute pending cases and to complete special assignments
Interprets and stays abreast of current litigation and changes in law and maintains current knowledge of changing case law
Performs appellate research and drafts appellate briefs and appears in the designated court of appeal when necessary
Assists in training and/or supervision of staff as assigned
May provide legal advice and expertise for the Family Support Division
Performs related duties as required and/or directed
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a college or university with an appropriate law degree AND membership in the California State Bar Association with an active license to practice law
One (1) year experience as a criminal prosecution or defense attorney in the State of California and the demonstrated knowledge and ability to successfully perform the duties
A minimum of three (3) years' experience as a criminal prosecution or defense attorney in the State of California and membership in the California State Bar Association with an active license to practice law
The demonstrated ability to work independently and to train and oversee the work of others in a lead person capacity
Knowledge of California statutes and their application to criminal law, that may include family support issues
Knowledge of principles and practices of criminal, constitutional and administrative law
Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of legal research and investigations
Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence, including laws of search and seizure
Knowledge of appropriate software applications relative to the necessary duties
Ability to develop legal issues and present clear and logical arguments and statements of fact and law
Ability to define issues, perform legal research, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make appropriate recommendations
Ability to present statements of fact, law and arguments clearly and logically while exercising sound independent judgment within the general policy guidelines and legal parameters
Ability to effectively represent the District Attorney Office in contacts with the public, community organizations, other law enforcement agencies and other governmental jurisdictions
Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative teamwork relationship with staff of the District Attorney's office, other departments and justice organizations, fellow attorneys and the general public
Ability to operate a keyboard/typewriter and office equipment
Benefits
The County provides a comprehensive benefit package, generous time off accruals, professional and personal development opportunities, and many positions offer flexible scheduling for work life balance.
Paid Annual Leave
Vacation: 1-5 years of continuous service: 15 working days per year; 6-10 years of continuous service: 20 working days per year; 11-15 years of continuous service: 25 working days per year; 16 years or higher of continuous service: 30 working days per year.
Sick Leave: 1 day of sick leave with pay for each month of service from the date of employment.
Holidays: 13 working days each year.
Floating Holidays: 3 working days each fiscal year.
Retirement: The County is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) integrated with Social Security.
Group Insurance: County contributions for employee and dependent medical insurance with no-cost add on dental coverage.
County paid vision coverage.
County paid basic life insurance.
County paid emergency ground and air program services.
County paid Employee Assistance Program.
County paid Health and Wellness Program.
Personal And Professional Development: Training and certification programs.
Career advancement opportunities.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan: Employees may elect to have a percentage of their salary deferred for pre-tax investment.
Company
South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority
The South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority (also referred to as “RCC” for “Regional Communications Center”) has provided police and fire 9-1-1 dispatch services since 1977.
Founded in 1977
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase