Deputy District Attorney I-IV

Washington County, the safest urban county in Oregon, is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy District Attorney I, II, III, or IV. These position(s) will be in our misdemeanor or felony criminal units, depending on experience. Our DDAs are responsible for all aspects of case prosecution including charging decisions, case management, negotiations, and trials.The mission of the Washington County DA’s Office is to seek justice and protect our community. To accomplish that mission, we do the following:- We aggressively prosecute dangerous offenders and those who harm the quality of life,- We hold criminals accountable who commit all levels of crime,- We look for ways to address root causes of crime through specialty courts and treatment programs,- We speak multiple languages,- We serve all members of our community regardless of race, gender, socio-economic status, orientation, or nationality, and- We protect the vulnerable, including children, sexual assault victims, and the elderly.

In addition to safe neighborhoods and top-rated schools, Washington County is home to companies like Nike, Intel, and Columbia Sportswear. We stretch from the western boundary of Portland to the coast range, and include the cities of Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Sherwood, and Forest Grove. We are close enough to Portland to feel urban, but distant enough – both in proximity and philosophy – to have our own unique identity.

We offer top-tier prosecutor salaries, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and generous benefits (including reserved parking). Annual cost-of-living pay increases are routine and merit-based salary increases are common. Our DDA I to IV salary range is currently $102,750 to $203,026. Salary offers for these positions will depend on experience.

Practicing attorneys and persons sitting for the July 2024 Bar exam are welcome to apply.To review the Deputy District Attorney job descriptions please use the following links:

Deputy District Attorney IDeputy District Attorney IIDeputy District Attorney IIIDeputy District Attorney IVAny combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be through training and/or experience in criminal law.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants for DDA positions must be a member of the Oregon State Bar or have a Bar membership application pending.

Required application materials:Cover letter

addressed to District Attorney Kevin BartonResumeCompleted

DDA Application/background check formTranscripts

from both undergrad and law school (unofficial is acceptable)3 letters of reference

(at least 2 from attorneys or judges)Writing sample

(6 pages or less please)The list of requested application materials is available on our website:

https://www.washingtoncountyda.org/attorneysApplicants should send a packet containing the application materials either by mail to the address below, or by email to

jeff_lesowski@washingtoncountyor.gov

:Washington County District Attorney’s OfficeAttn: Chief Deputy DA Jeff Lesowski150 N. First Ave, 3rd floor, MS 40Hillsboro OR 97124If interested, please contact Chief Deputy DA Jeff Lesowski: Jeff_lesowski@washingtoncountyor.gov

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