Deputy District Attorney I/II/III

Lassen County District Attorney • Full-time • Susanville, California, United States • $75.73k - $121.58k / year • 1w ago

Located in the High Desert of Northern California, Lassen County is the perfect location for the avid outdoorsperson. In addition to being mere minutes away from premier sites for camping, fishing, swimming, hunting, and hiking in California, Lassen County offers affordable housing and a small-town, relaxed vibe. The Lassen County District Attorney is looking to hire a felony attorney. Caseload includes a wide variety of crimes and the position is a great opportunity for any attorney looking to gain felony trial experience or expand existing skill sets. Applicants looking to get out of the hustle of the city should look no further than Lassen County!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy District Attorney assists the District Attorney in providing legal advice and service in prosecuting violations of criminal and/or civil matters. Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Receive complaints filed by arresting officers; review and examine evidence.

Interview witnesses and victims, evaluate crime scenes and make prosecutorial determinations.

Assign investigators.

Appear in Superior and Appellate courts and try cases.

Prepare trial briefs, check questions of law, anticipate legal reasoning of defense attorneys, and draft jury instructions.

Present opening statements, question and cross-examine witnesses, argue points of laws, and make final arguments or summations.

Prepare briefs or opinion concerning the law as applied to matters within the jurisdiction of the District Attorney.

Respond to public inquiries concerning criminal matters and related items.

Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate.

License: Active membership in the California State Bar Association. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license.

Experience: DDA I: No experience is required; however, applicants must demonstrate possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities; DDA II: A minimum of one year of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney I or its equivalent, which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities and the recommendation of the District Attorney. Three years’ experience in the general practice of law may be substituted for the one-year criminal law experience; DDA III: A minimum of one year of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney II or its equivalent (a total of two years of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney) which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities, and recommendation of the District Attorney. Four years of experience in the general practice of law may be substituted for two years criminal law experience.

Selection Process

A screening committee will review application materials, and the best-qualified applicants will be invited to Susanville to participate in interview.

How to Apply

It is your responsibility to provide specific, accurate and complete information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications. A Lassen County application can be obtained from the Personnel Office listed below or by visiting the Personnel Department on our website at http://lassencounty.org. Qualified applicants are invited to submit an official Lassen County application, resume, references and writing sample to:

Lassen County Personnel Department (530) 251-8320

221 South Roop Street

Susanville, California 96130

An application can be downloaded from the Lassen County website: www.lassencounty.org. You can also obtain a paper application from the Personnel Office located at 221 South Roop Street, Susanville, CA 96130

Opened February 12, 2025

GENERAL INFORMATION

Lassen County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants.

Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Personnel Department prior to the filing deadline.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States.

A thorough background investigation will be conducted post-conditional-offer of employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information.

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.

Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and/or oral examination.

This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening. It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,726.00 - $121,577.00 per year

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