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Merced County · 3 weeks ago

Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V - Extra-Help Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V

Merced, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$37.24/hr - $72.11/hr

Merced County is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V. The role involves receiving and reviewing complaints, conducting investigations, prosecuting cases, and preparing legal documents, while also providing direction to other attorneys at higher levels.

GovernmentPublic SafetySocial Assistance

Responsibilities

Receives and reviews complaints filed in all types of cases

Examines the evidence, interview witnesses and investigates the scene of the crime

Determines if a crime has been committed, and whether the evidence justifies prosecution

Conducts pleadings, arraignments, pretrial agreements, and other aspects of trial work

Assigns investigators to secure evidence or makes personal investigations

Confers with the judge or defense attorney regarding modification or withdrawal of charges

Selection of jurors, prosecution and dispositions of cases

Argues points of law, presents opening statements, final arguments or summations

Prepares motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents in connection with legal proceedings

Reviews and prepares correspondence and handles appeals

Advises the public and local law enforcement agencies on legal procedures/problems

Level V-Lead and provide direction to other attorneys within the series

Level V-May be assigned to represent the District Attorney in public forums

Qualification

Active membership in State BarCriminal law experienceLegal researchTrial proceduresJudicial proceduresLegal document preparationEvidence analysisStress managementEffective communicationTeam leadership

Required

Active membership in the State Bar of California at time of appointment

None for Level I

One (1) year of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law for Level II

Two (2) years of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law for Level III

Two (2) years of experience as a Deputy District Attorney III with Merced County OR four (4) years of experience in the practice of law for Level IV

One (1) year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney IV with Merced County OR six (6) years of experience in the practice of law for Level V

Principles of criminal, constitutional, and administrative law

Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence

Penal code of the State of California and other criminal statutes

Legal procedures and documents, and trial procedures used in court cases

Principles, practices, methods, and materials of legal research

Ethical and professional rules of conduct

Level V-Advanced knowledge of specialized statutes including sentencing enhancements

Perform legal research

Analyze and appraise a variety of legal documents and instruments

Prepare and present criminal cases at all levels of the court system

Investigate and prosecute criminal complaints

Research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts and precedents to legal problems

Present law, facts, and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form

Establish and maintain effective working relationship with others

Level V-Independently prosecute complex and sensitive criminal cases, including developing effective prosecution strategies

Level V-Effectively lead and direct attorneys and professional staff

Operate a personal computer and other office equipment

Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone

Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses

Perform job duties under stressful conditions

Respond appropriately to situations

Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations

Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception

Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects

Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping

Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Regular attendance is an essential function

Benefits

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

96 hours per Fiscal Year.

0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.

Five (5) regularly scheduled workdays.

Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.

Anthem 500 EPO

Anthem 1500 EPO

Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)

Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental

County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

Vision Insurance - VSP

County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

Management Disability Insurance

County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Unit 7 Merced Count Attorney’s Association $50,000

Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee

The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.

Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.