NEOGOV · 4 weeks ago
Deputy District Attorney II - Civil
Fallon, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$99K/yr - $133K/yr
2+ years expChurchill County is a vibrant community in Northern Nevada, and they are seeking a Deputy District Attorney II - Civil. This role involves providing professional legal services in the prosecution or defense of civil and criminal cases, preparing legal documents, and advising County departments on legal matters.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance
Serves as in-house counsel and provides legal advice and representation on behalf of any County or regional public agency; provides representation on a broad range of legal issues and matters to include federal civil rights actions, personal injury, licensing, personnel/labor issues, planning/zoning and the judicial review of agency decisions
Advises County officials on the legal propriety of proposed actions to include: the analysis and assessment of claims; provision of advice during meetings of County and regional boards and commissions; provision of oral and written legal opinions
Prepares and provides advice on the preparation of ordinances and draft legislation
Makes oral and written presentations to the County Board and other public and private groups; represents Departments and the County with other government agencies or in public meetings
Handles all court filings and appearances related to abused and neglected children through representation of the Division of Child and Family Services and the provision of general legal counsel to that department
Serves as on-call deputy to answer questions and draft search warrant applications
Makes court appearance to include: trials, appeals, preliminary hearings, status hearings, arraignments, evidentiary and review hearings and Child Support Hearing Master
Prepares various legal documents including appeals, motions, reviews of criminal complaints, negotiations and settlements of proposals
Performs legal duties in the criminal area of the District Attorney’s Office as assigned
Provides legal support to child support: reviews documentation, negotiates settlements, provides training to staff, etc
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team
Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate in Law and admittance to practice in the State courts of Nevada; or as provided by Supreme Court rule
Minimum of two years of experience as a licensed Nevada attorney
Nevada Driver's License
Certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada
Permit to carry a concealed weapon (CCW)
Application of legal principles to individual cases or problems
Judicial procedure and rules of evidence
Applicable laws, codes and regulations
Computer applications, particularly as related to the performance of legal research
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation
Principles, methods, materials and practices of legal research
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone
Understanding and interpreting constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations and precedents
Researching, interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, regulations and court decisions
Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines
Maintaining accurate records of work performed
Compiling and summarizing information and preparing periodic or special reports
Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or department goals, objectives and activities
Interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws, codes, regulations and procedures
Using tact, discretion and prudence in dealing with court officials, witnesses, members of the legal community and the general public
Benefits
Churchill County pays 100% of the retirement contribution to Nevada PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $37,300/year)
Churchill County pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year)
You will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $6,100/year)
Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan
The county offers a "Cafeteria" health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family.
The county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
HOLIDAYS - Regular county employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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CEO
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