DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - MENDOCINO COUNTY

(UKIAH

AND FORT BRAGG

) Under direct supervision, the Deputy District Attorney II performs a variety of professional legal work involving the preparation, filing and prosecution of criminal misdemeanor 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; prepare victims and witnesses for court appearance and testimony.

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 and judges.

Appear and present in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, preliminary hearings, pre-trial conferences and/or trials.

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

Argue motions in court; present evidence and witness testimony.

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.

May act as a representative for the District Attorney's Office.

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:

$102,190.40 - $124,238.40 Annually