Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV

The San Luis Obispo District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a Deputy District Attorney I, II, III, and IV. Deputy District Attorney is part of a career series for Deputy District Attorney I, II, III and IV. Attorneys in these classifications perform professional legal work, consistent with departmental responsibilities. The mission of the department "is to bring justice and safety to our community by aggressively and fairly prosecuting crime and protecting the rights of crime victims." We are seeking individuals who share this mission. This position is responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases. Our prosecutors are involved in a variety of case types including sexual assault, domestic violence, gang, juvenile, and civil cases involving mental health, family support, consumer law, and environmental law. A typical day will include appearances in court, preparation of briefs, opinions, pleadings and other legal documents, as well as, the researching, preparation and trying of criminal cases before a judge or jury. Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney I. Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney II. Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney III. Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney IV. Click here to learn more about the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney's website. The ideal candidate will be an individual who is driven, self-motivated and has a desire to serve their community by seeking and pursuing justice on behalf of victims of crime. Excellent analytical, research, written communication, and verbal advocacy skills are required.

Knowledge of:

The canons of professional ethics of the American Bar Association and the related provisions of the California State Bar; the principles and application of criminal and civil law; trial procedures and rules of evidence; legal research methods; legal principles and precedents and their application.

Ability to:

Present statements of facts, law and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; effectively analyze and appraise legal problems and to apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Deputy District Attorney I :

No experience needed.

Deputy District Attorney II :

One year of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.

Deputy District Attorney III:

Two years of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.

Deputy District Attorney IV :

Three years of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.

Licenses and Certificates:

All levels must have membership in the California State Bar which must be maintained throughout employment. Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid California driver 's license will be required at the time of appointment. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca . Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcome. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

BACKGROUND CHECK

To accept a position with the District Attorney's Office, you must successfully complete a Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion.

Please review the below list:

Any felony conviction Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult Poor employment history Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law Any crime committed against a child Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process