County of Yolo
Deputy District Attorney III/IV
County of Yolo, Woodland, California, United States, 95776
The County of Yolo is recruiting for two vacancies:
one regular, full-time position and one limited-term, full-time position in the class of Deputy District Attorney at the Yolo County District Attorney's Office. These positions will be assigned to the Criminal Unit as a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV depending on the selected candidate's experience. The limited term position will expire December 31, 2026.The salary range for the Deputy District Attorney III/IV classification levels are as follows:Deputy District Attorney III: $121,243- $147,388 AnnuallyDeputy District Attorney IV: $142,376 - $173,056 AnnuallyThe District Attorney's Office participates in the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .Interested applicants are required to submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, a completed Supplemental Questionnaire, a detailed resume, and verification of CA State Bar licensure (a printout from the "Attorney Search" section of the California State Bar website is acceptable). These positions are open until filled and submitted applications will be reviewed on a regular basis. The applications of qualified individuals will be forwarded to the District Attorney's Office for additional consideration.For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.
Deputy District Attorney IIIExperience : Three (3) years of experience in the practice of law; One (1) year of experience as journey-level attorney in any county in the State of California or at least one (1) year of experience at a prosecutor's office in the United States.License : Active membership in the State Bar of California.Deputy District Attorney IVExperience : Four (4) years experience in the practice of law or three (3) years experience as an attorney with the County of Yolo.License : Active membership in the State Bar of California.Special Requirement : Attorneys assigned to “special services” legal work must have one (1) year of experience in general civil law or in the civil and criminal prosecution of consumer or environmental law.Knowledge of : legal principles and their application; criminal law and procedures; constitutional law and procedures; administrative law and procedures; rules of evidence; trial procedures; know duties and responsibilities and role of a prosecutor; legal research methods; appellate court proceedings; civil law and procedures; consumer fraud law and procedures.Ability to : analyze, apply and present legal principles, facts, evidence and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; deal effectively and tactfully with the general public and others contacted in the course of work; be alert to, identify, analyze and be sensitive to subtleties of verbal and nonverbal communication by clients, witnesses and others; prosecute individuals in adversarial proceedings including, but not limited to: preliminary hearings, violation of probation hearings, court trials, and jury trials; interview clients, victims and witnesses under crowded and noisy conditions; formally address judges, hearing officers and juries; quickly read, analyze and comprehend complex files and/or transcripts under crowded and noisy conditions and while in the process of participating in the prosecution or defense of individuals in judicial proceedings; transport many files from one courtroom to another, from one office to another, while climbing stairs and while under tight deadlines; reason logically; conduct work in dusty, dirty, confined and crowded environments; exercise sound judgment; work irregular hours; operate a computer terminal with sufficient proficiency to perform the duties of this job.Driver's License : Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.Application ProcessIt is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a detailed resume, a completed supplemental questionnaire, and verification of CA State Bar licensure (a printout from the "Attorney Search" section of the California State Bar website is acceptable) for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.As an attachment to the online applicationBy e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.orgBy fax to (530) 666-8049By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pmAll required documents must be received by Human Resources. Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.Selection ProcedureThe following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.Screen for Minimum QualificationsScreen for Best QualifiedDepartment Selection InterviewsBackground CheckConditional Job Offer, pending: Pre-Employment Exams
Drug & Alcohol ScreenDepartment of Justice LiveScan
Screening for Best QualifiedThe supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.Contact InformationFor questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at
jobs@yolocounty.org
or by phone at (530) 666-8055.Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.Yolo County, a place where YOU belong!The average person spends one third of their life at work. Why not spend that time in an environment where you are seen for who you are, celebrated for the diversity you bring, and valued for your potential to contribute to an innovative and dynamic workforce? Yolo County is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace which supports and values our diverse community.Come join us! This is where YOU belong.
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one regular, full-time position and one limited-term, full-time position in the class of Deputy District Attorney at the Yolo County District Attorney's Office. These positions will be assigned to the Criminal Unit as a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV depending on the selected candidate's experience. The limited term position will expire December 31, 2026.The salary range for the Deputy District Attorney III/IV classification levels are as follows:Deputy District Attorney III: $121,243- $147,388 AnnuallyDeputy District Attorney IV: $142,376 - $173,056 AnnuallyThe District Attorney's Office participates in the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .Interested applicants are required to submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, a completed Supplemental Questionnaire, a detailed resume, and verification of CA State Bar licensure (a printout from the "Attorney Search" section of the California State Bar website is acceptable). These positions are open until filled and submitted applications will be reviewed on a regular basis. The applications of qualified individuals will be forwarded to the District Attorney's Office for additional consideration.For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.
Deputy District Attorney IIIExperience : Three (3) years of experience in the practice of law; One (1) year of experience as journey-level attorney in any county in the State of California or at least one (1) year of experience at a prosecutor's office in the United States.License : Active membership in the State Bar of California.Deputy District Attorney IVExperience : Four (4) years experience in the practice of law or three (3) years experience as an attorney with the County of Yolo.License : Active membership in the State Bar of California.Special Requirement : Attorneys assigned to “special services” legal work must have one (1) year of experience in general civil law or in the civil and criminal prosecution of consumer or environmental law.Knowledge of : legal principles and their application; criminal law and procedures; constitutional law and procedures; administrative law and procedures; rules of evidence; trial procedures; know duties and responsibilities and role of a prosecutor; legal research methods; appellate court proceedings; civil law and procedures; consumer fraud law and procedures.Ability to : analyze, apply and present legal principles, facts, evidence and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; deal effectively and tactfully with the general public and others contacted in the course of work; be alert to, identify, analyze and be sensitive to subtleties of verbal and nonverbal communication by clients, witnesses and others; prosecute individuals in adversarial proceedings including, but not limited to: preliminary hearings, violation of probation hearings, court trials, and jury trials; interview clients, victims and witnesses under crowded and noisy conditions; formally address judges, hearing officers and juries; quickly read, analyze and comprehend complex files and/or transcripts under crowded and noisy conditions and while in the process of participating in the prosecution or defense of individuals in judicial proceedings; transport many files from one courtroom to another, from one office to another, while climbing stairs and while under tight deadlines; reason logically; conduct work in dusty, dirty, confined and crowded environments; exercise sound judgment; work irregular hours; operate a computer terminal with sufficient proficiency to perform the duties of this job.Driver's License : Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.Application ProcessIt is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a detailed resume, a completed supplemental questionnaire, and verification of CA State Bar licensure (a printout from the "Attorney Search" section of the California State Bar website is acceptable) for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.As an attachment to the online applicationBy e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.orgBy fax to (530) 666-8049By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pmAll required documents must be received by Human Resources. Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.Selection ProcedureThe following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.Screen for Minimum QualificationsScreen for Best QualifiedDepartment Selection InterviewsBackground CheckConditional Job Offer, pending: Pre-Employment Exams
Drug & Alcohol ScreenDepartment of Justice LiveScan
Screening for Best QualifiedThe supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.Contact InformationFor questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at
jobs@yolocounty.org
or by phone at (530) 666-8055.Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.Yolo County, a place where YOU belong!The average person spends one third of their life at work. Why not spend that time in an environment where you are seen for who you are, celebrated for the diversity you bring, and valued for your potential to contribute to an innovative and dynamic workforce? Yolo County is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace which supports and values our diverse community.Come join us! This is where YOU belong.
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