Deputy District Attorney I/II/III

WHAT WE OFFERThe County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package. In addition to the base salary of approximately $93,633.48 to $186,283.27 annually an employee within this position will also be eligible for the following:General Salary Increases - 4.0% effective November 10, 2024 and 3.5% effective November 9, 2025.Market-Based Adjustment - 1.25% effective November 24, 2024.Educational Incentive - 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on the completion of an Associate, Bachelor's, or graduate degree (if educational attainments are not specifically required by the position).Annual Leave - A candidate selected for this position will earn up to 208 hours of Annual Leave per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service.Annual Leave Redemption - Upon using 80 hours of annual leave within the preceding 12-month period, an employee may request to receive pay in lieu of up to 100 hours of annual leave accrual at the current base rate of pay.Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions.Health Plans - Effective December 10, 2023, you are offered a flexible credit allowance of up to $23,530 annually for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax benefit towards eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses.Pension Plan - Participation in the County's defined pension plan. If eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems such as CalPERS.Bilingual Incentive - Proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I), $1.00 per hour (Level II), or $1.32 per hour (Level III).Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.Textbook and Tuition - Up to a maximum of $2,000 per fiscal year in accordance with the memorandum of agreement.The PositionUnder administrative direction, performs prosecutorial legal services as assigned by the District Attorney (D.A.). Responsible for an ongoing caseload and other assignments which require constant interaction with the public, other agencies, and members of the legal profession.Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have experience appearing in court on contested matters, making arguments to the judge, and eliciting evidence from witnesses. The ideal candidate also has some experience in a prosecutor's office either as an attorney or law student, has prepared contested motions, and has argued motions on behalf of the prosecution.Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:Interviews witnesses and analyzes/evaluates evidence while preparing cases for trial under criminal law.Appears on behalf of the People of the State of California at court hearings, makes appropriate motions and pleas, and takes other appropriate legal action.Conducts trial prosecution by preparing strategies, ordering investigations and subpoenas, resolving legal issues through research, participating in jury selection, and presenting evidence and argument.Negotiates disposition and modification of cases according to office policy.Prepares reports, appeals, writs, and other legal documents.Assigned complex cases which may include misdemeanors, felonies, environmental or consumer fraud, special investigations and/or pursuit of appellate issues.May also be assigned other tasks that require superior knowledge and skills at the department head's discretion.May be assigned various supervisory and/or training responsibilities.May make presentations to the public and community organizations.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Attorney I:

Applicants must be law school graduates who have been licensed by the California Bar Association. No experience is required at the Attorney I level. Advancement in the series is dependent upon sustained meritorious performance.Attorney II:

Applicants must be law school graduates who have been licensed by the California Bar Association. The Attorney II level requires a minimum of two (2) years of legal experience. Experience may include related Law Clerk experience. Advancement within the series is dependent upon sustained meritorious performance.Attorney III:

Applicants must be law school graduates who have been licensed by the California Bar Association. Attorney III requires a minimum of four (4) years of legal experience. Experience may include related Law Clerk experience. Advancement within the series is dependent upon sustained meritorious performance.HIGHLY DESIRED:

Substantial experience conducting bench trials, jury trials, writs and appeals, or preliminary examinations as an attorney and/or a law clerk.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be an active member of the California State Bar and possess a valid California driver's license. Required: A legible copy of your active State Bar of California card must be uploaded with your application.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Working (I) to comprehensive (II/III) knowledge of: rules of evidence, legal principles, criminal law and trial procedures; State and Federal law pertaining to specific trial assignments; legal research methods; ethical responsibilities outlined by the American Bar Association and California Bar Association.Working (I) to comprehensive (II/III) ability to: perform legal research, investigate and analyze evidence and complex legal problems; communicate effectively orally and in writing; prepare cases and provide legal counsel; prepare reports and legal documents; supervise and train staff as required; and deal effectively with clients, members of the legal profession, public officials, and the general public.FINAL FILING DATE:

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.

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