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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV

Oroville/Chico Area, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$135K/yr - $192K/yr

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Deputy District Attorney to join the Butte County District Attorney's Office. The role involves performing professional legal duties in support of the prosecution of criminal activities, representing the District Attorney in managing legal issues, and litigating cases in court.

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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

Juris DoctorateCalifornia Bar LicenseLegal ResearchCriminal LawCivil LawLegal WritingCourt ProceduresNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

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, preferably in the area of criminal prosecution, and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute complex misdemeanor cases is required for advancement to the level of Deputy District Attorney II

Two (2) years of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California, preferably in the area of criminal prosecution, and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute complex misdemeanor cases is required for advancement to the level of 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, preferably in the area of criminal prosecution, and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute the most complex and/or high penalty cases with minimal supervision is required for advancement to the level of Deputy District Attorney IV

Preferred

Experience in criminal prosecution

Benefits

Salary Step Increases: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% may be given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.

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: County issued cell phone or $70/month allowance with appointing authority approval.

Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.

Vacation: 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.

Administrative Leave: 7 days per year for FLSA Exempt employees.

Sick Leave: 96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.

Bereavement Leave: Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.

Health Plan including Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance: Coverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance. Currently, the amount the County contributes for family coverage is $1357.42/month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $550.00 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees).

Life Insurance: The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.

Retirement: The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.

Deferred Compensation: The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation accounts.

Disability Insurance: For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage.

Flexible Spending Program: County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well.

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $500/year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.