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Nevada County, CA

Attorney III - Criminal District Attorney

Nevada County, CA, Nevada City, California, United States, 95959


Salary:

$122,312.16 - $149,318.04 Annually

Definition and Class CharacteristicsINTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2024The Nevada County District Attorney's Office is hiring Criminal Attorneys II / III. We are looking for experienced prosecutors to join our team. The Nevada County District Attorney’s Office is seeking Criminal Attorneys II / III to prosecute misdemeanor and felony cases received from State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies in Nevada County.The Attorney II / III position will be primarily focused on a felony caseload that may include homicides, sexual assault, and other major crimes. The Attorney II / III handle the more complex and critical cases that require sophisticated legal knowledge and experience.The ideal candidate will be comfortable and proficient in the use of technology for the management of case information, report documentation, evidence, and information exchange. In addition, candidates must understand the various state, federal, and local laws as well as standard court procedures.Sound communication, report writing, collaboration, and presentation skills are strongly desired. Applicants must have the ability to interact with individuals from diverse social, economic, cultural, behavioral, and environmental settings.Why Nevada County?This is a full-time position, and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). You will also receive a generous leave program that includes vacation, sick, administrative, and holiday leave.Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

through the Department of Education.Promotional Opportunities:

Attorney III positions may be eligible for promotion to Supervising Criminal Attorney upon meeting the minimum job requirements and position vacancy.Background Investigation:

Qualified candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation.Examples of DutiesInterviews complainants, victims, witnesses, and clients.Prepares and participates in pleadings, arraignments, pre-trial agreements, motions, trials, responsive declarations, detention or asset seizure hearings, negotiations with opposing counsel and the courts, and the selection of jurors.Litigates criminal cases in court from start to finish including conducting preliminary hearings, jury trials, and various evidentiary hearings.Knowledgeable in the rules of the court, rules of evidence, trial and hearing procedures, all codes including CA Penal Codes, Vehicle Code, Welfare & Institutions, Health and Safety, and Business and Professional.Reviews law, regulations, and judicial decisions.Performs legal research.Conducts legal-related training for officers.Participates in continuing education and professional development.Education And Experience RequiredPossession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and graduation from an ABA, AALS, or CA State Bar-accredited law school.Level I:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited law school.Level II:

Equivalent to eighteen months of experience practicing criminal law.Level III:

Equivalent to eighteen months of experience practicing criminal law.State Bar:

Candidate must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California.Licenses And CertificatesPossession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERClosing Date/Time: 1/31/2024 12:00 PM Pacific

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