DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I - MENDOCINO COUNTY

(UKIAH

AND FORT BRAGG

) Under close supervision, the Deputy District Attorney I learns and performs a variety of professional legal work involving the preparation, filing and prosecution of misdemeanor criminal cases as assigned and provides assistance to department staff. Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Interview victims and witnesses related to crimes; discuss cases with associated parties, such as investigators, police officers, probation officers and other attorneys.

Review police reports, defendant files, probation reports, witness statements, evidence, crime scenes and/or other sources to obtain relevant information for cases.

Issue subpoenas.

Negotiate resolution of cases with defense attorneys.

Appear and assist in making presentations in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, pre-trial conferences and/or trials.

Research, formulate, draft and file motions, briefs and/or other legal documents.

Prepare cases for presentation at jury trials; coordinate with appropriate relevant parties.

Conduct legal research on criminal law issues.

Review appropriate documentation to file criminal charges.

Review comprehensive investigative and/or other reports.

Review current relevant legislation and litigation.

Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary Range:

$90,230.40 - $109,699.20 Annually