San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport
Post Bar Law Clerk/Deputy District Attorney I
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
The
San Luis Obispo District Attorney's Office
is accepting applications for
Post Bar Law Clerk . This position provides individuals who have recently taken the California Bar examination, but do not yet meet the minimum qualifications for the Deputy District Attorney I, the opportunity to compete in the recruitment process and develop their legal analysis and courtroom presentation skills in a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic prosecuting agency while awaiting California Bar results. This is a temporary, non-benefitted position with a maximum of 960 working hours per fiscal year. For Post-Bar Law Clerk applicants:
This recruitment is for those taking the State Bar exam February 2025; it is a paid clerkship, pay is currently $35.85/hr. Prior to starting in the Post Bar position, the candidate must have completed all other requirements for Admission to the California State Bar, aside from receiving California Bar Exam results. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion and verification of each requirement (i.e., successful completion of JD program, positive determination of background investigation, and completion of California Bar exam) and must be successfully completed within a reasonable time before beginning employment as a Post Bar Law Clerk. Based on department operational needs, preference may be given to candidates who already meet minimum qualifications for the Deputy District Attorney I position or have completed the California Bar exam. 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 researching, preparing, and trying criminal cases before a judge or jury. For Attorney applicants:
The department is also accepting applications for entry-level
Deputy District Attorney I.
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 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 apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts; establish and maintain effective working relationships. Education and Experience:
All levels must have membership in the California State Bar which must be maintained throughout employment,
AND:
Deputy District Attorney I:
No experience needed. Please note:
Applicants who do not yet meet the qualifications for the Deputy District Attorney I position may still apply to this recruitment if they meet the requirements for the Post Bar Law Clerk as described under the “About the Position” section of this posting. 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 welcomed. 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
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San Luis Obispo District Attorney's Office
is accepting applications for
Post Bar Law Clerk . This position provides individuals who have recently taken the California Bar examination, but do not yet meet the minimum qualifications for the Deputy District Attorney I, the opportunity to compete in the recruitment process and develop their legal analysis and courtroom presentation skills in a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic prosecuting agency while awaiting California Bar results. This is a temporary, non-benefitted position with a maximum of 960 working hours per fiscal year. For Post-Bar Law Clerk applicants:
This recruitment is for those taking the State Bar exam February 2025; it is a paid clerkship, pay is currently $35.85/hr. Prior to starting in the Post Bar position, the candidate must have completed all other requirements for Admission to the California State Bar, aside from receiving California Bar Exam results. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion and verification of each requirement (i.e., successful completion of JD program, positive determination of background investigation, and completion of California Bar exam) and must be successfully completed within a reasonable time before beginning employment as a Post Bar Law Clerk. Based on department operational needs, preference may be given to candidates who already meet minimum qualifications for the Deputy District Attorney I position or have completed the California Bar exam. 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 researching, preparing, and trying criminal cases before a judge or jury. For Attorney applicants:
The department is also accepting applications for entry-level
Deputy District Attorney I.
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 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 apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts; establish and maintain effective working relationships. Education and Experience:
All levels must have membership in the California State Bar which must be maintained throughout employment,
AND:
Deputy District Attorney I:
No experience needed. Please note:
Applicants who do not yet meet the qualifications for the Deputy District Attorney I position may still apply to this recruitment if they meet the requirements for the Post Bar Law Clerk as described under the “About the Position” section of this posting. 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 welcomed. 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
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