Deputy Public Defender I/II

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Job Details:

In the Office of the Public Defender, performs legal work involving the preparation and presentation of criminal and/or civil cases before the courts under close to general supervision, depending on the complexity of the work; and performs related duties as required.

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The first review of applications will be completed on April 27, 2026. Applicants will be interviewed when determined that minimum qualifications have been met.

Minimum Qualifications:

Deputy Public Defender I Licensing and Certification:

Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Completion of requisite legal training and eligibility for membership in the State Bar of California.

Deputy Public Defender II Licensing and Certification:

Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

One (1) year of full-time professional experience in performing criminal law work comparable to that of a Deputy Public Defender I with the County of Lake. General Recruitment Information The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County. Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department. ADA Accommodations Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213. The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer Veteran's Preference Public Defender (2).png

Deputy Public Defender I Definition:

Under close supervision, in the Office of the Public Defender, performs the less difficult legal work involving the preparation and presentation of criminal and/or some civil cases before the courts; and performs related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics The Deputy Public Defender Series Is Flexibly Staffed Through Levels I, Ii, Iii, Senior. Promotion to The Next Higher Level in The Series Is Based upon Demonstrated Ability and Satisfaction of The Experience Requirement. This Is an Entry-Level Class in The Deputy Public Defender Series, Allocated to The Office of The Public Defender. Incumbents Initially Work Under the Close Supervision and Guidance of A Higher-Level Deputy on Initial Assignments. After Completing an Orientation and Training Period, Incumbents Are Assigned to Cases Requiring the Application of Greater Skills, Knowledge and Ability in The Law with Less Supervision as Experience Is Gained. This Class Is Distinguished from The Class of Deputy Public Defender Ii in That the Latter Is the Journey Level in The Series, and Incumbents of That Class Work Under General Supervision in Exercising and Performing Required Duties. Supervision Received and Exercised Supervision Is Received from Either a Chief Deputy Public Defender, Assistant Public Defender, or The Public Defender Who Reviews Work by Means of Conferences, Written Directions, and Analysis of Objectives and Results Accomplished. Examples of Essential Duties Represent Indigent Defendants in All Phases of The Proceedings for Misdemeanors and Felonies. Meet and Confer with Clients Regularly. Investigates, Researches, Prepares for Trial, and Tries or Defends Before the Court Criminal And/or Some Civil Cases. Discuss Public Defense Cases with Judges, Prosecutors, Law Enforcement Officials, and Similar Persons to Obtain Information and Possible Action Relative to Defendants. Interprets and Applies Laws, Court Decision and Other Legal Authorities for Use in The Preparation of Cases, Opinions and Briefs. Prepares Pleadings and Other Legal Documents in Connection with Trials, Hearings and Other Legal Proceedings. Prepares Written Legal Reports, Opinions, Briefs, Writs, and Appeals. Provides Briefings and Oral Arguments. Anticipates and Prepares for Legal Reasoning of Opposition Attorneys. Presents Opening Statements; Interrogates and Cross Examines Witnesses; Argues Points of Law; and Presents Final Arguments and Summations. Reviews Court Records, Analyzes Evidence, and Prepares Appellate Briefs. Plans and Coordinates Investigations for Gathering and Preparing Evidence for Criminal Cases. Negotiates Case Settlements. Frequently Travels to Various Off-Site Locations to Support Business Operations, Including the County Jail, and The Courthouse. Performs Related Duties as Assigned.

Knowledge Of:

Philosophy and Practice of Indigent Defense, Including Holistic Representation Practices. The Duties, Powers, Limitations, and Authorities of The Office of The Public Defender. Principles of Criminal Law, Principles of Trial Procedure and Rules of Evidence. Ethical Duties Conflict Obligations Legal Research Methods Including Lexis or Westlaw Interviewing Techniques. Trial and Hearing Procedures. Pleading Procedures. Statutory and Constitutional Laws of The State of California. Written and Oral Communications, Including Language Mechanics, Syntax and English Composition. Computer Applications Such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, Teams, and Outlook.

Ability To:

Successfully Defend Criminal Cases in Court by Way of Jury Trial, Court Trial, and Litigating Pre-Trial Motions. Consistently Prepare and Present Statements of Law, Fact and Argument Clearly, Logically and Persuasively in Written and Oral Form in Legal Matters. Investigate and Defend Criminal Complaints and Civil Actions. Draft Legal Instruments and Opinions. Analyze and Apply Legal Principles, Facts, Evidence, and Precedents to Complex Legal Problems. Present Law, Facts, Evidence, and Arguments Clearly and Logically in Written and Oral Form. Effectively Represent the Public Defender Division in Legal Proceedings and Hearings. Understand and Accept Differences in Human Behavior, and Cultural and Ethnic Backgrounds. Comply with Mcle Training Requirements.

Licensing and Certification :

Possession of An Active Membership in Good Standing with The State Bar of California. Possession Of, or Ability to Obtain, a Valid California Driver's License.

Education and Experience:

Completion of Requisite Legal Training and Eligibility for Membership in The State Bar of California.

Deputy Public Defender Ii Definition:

Under General Supervision, in The Office of The Public Defender, Performs Legal Work of Average Difficulty Involving the Preparation and Presentation of Criminal And/or of Civil Cases for The Courts; and Performs Related Duties as Required. Distinguishing Characteristics The Deputy Public Defender Series Is Flexibly Staffed Through Levels I, Ii, Iii, Senior. Promotion to The Next Higher Level in The Series Is Based upon Demonstrated Ability and Satisfaction of The Experience Requirement. This Is the Journey Level Class in The Deputy Public Defender Series, Allocated to The Office of The Public Defender. This Class Is Distinguished from The Next Lower Class of Deputy Public Defender I in That the Latter Is an Entry-Level Class and Requires the Incumbent to Work Under Close Supervision. It Is Distinguished from The Class of Deputy Public Defender Iii, Which Is the Advanced Working-Level in The Series, Which Requires the Incumbent to Use Greater Independent Judgment in Performing Assigned Duties. Supervision Received and Exercised Supervision Is Received from Either a Chief Deputy Public Defender, Assistant Public Defender, or The Public Defender Who Reviews Work by Means of Conferences, Written Directions, and Analysis of Objectives and Results Accomplished. Examples of Essential Duties Represent Indigent Defendants in All Phases of The Proceedings for Misdemeanors and Felonies. Meet and Confer with Similar Jobs Deputy District Attorney

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