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County of Santa Barbara · 1 day ago

Deputy District Attorney II

Santa Maria, CA

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$112K/yr - $135K/yr

1+ years exp

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking a Deputy District Attorney II to perform a variety of criminal and civil investigations, trial preparations, and prosecutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience litigating complex cases and will work closely with law enforcement agencies and community organizations.

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Responsibilities

Interviews and advises victims 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, misdemeanor, and traffic trials and presentation of preliminary hearings

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

Actively seeks continuing legal education and training, which may include reading, research, observing and seeking counsel from peer attorneys, and attending trainings

Performs community outreach, which may include training law enforcement personnel and performing outreach at schools or community organizations that focus on public safety or justice

Qualification

Active membership in State BarLegal research methodsCriminal law knowledgeTrial proceduresLegal writingCommunication skillsTeamworkOrganizational skillsInitiative

Required

Active membership in the State Bar of California

Completion of the core courses required for a law degree

One year of experience as an attorney in the practice of public law or two years as a general practicing attorney

One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Deputy District Attorney I 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 and abilities

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

Knowledge of the principles of criminal and civil law and their applications

Knowledge of legal research methods

Knowledge of rules of evidence

Knowledge of 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